QA/QC

KODIAK Construction Recruiting & Staffing; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays

Job summary

Kodiak Construction Recruiting & Staffing is seeking an experienced Quality Control Manager for a large-scale commercial construction prefabrication facility in Richmond, VA. You will build and lead the quality program, partner with manufacturing leadership, and drive continuous improvement across sheet metal fabrication, piping, welding, and modular assembly.

The role requires 7+ years in quality leadership, strong QMS experience, and a track record in Lean and Six Sigma.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of quality leadership experience in manufacturing, construction, fabrication, or prefabrication.
• Experience developing and implementing a Quality Management System (QMS).
• Experience leading quality teams and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and quality management principles.
• Experience performing root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and quality reporting tools.

Responsibilities

• Build, implement, and maintain a Quality Management System (QMS) for a commercial construction prefabrication facility.
• Develop quality standards, inspection procedures, and work instructions for sheet metal fabrication, mechanical piping, welding, and assembly operations.
• Establish quality metrics including: First-pass yield, Defect rates, Rework, Process capability.
• Develop Statistical Process Control (SPC) programs and use data to identify trends and drive improvements.
• Lead process audits and ensure compliance with company standards and customer specifications.
• Build, mentor, and lead a team of Quality Inspectors.
• Partner with Manufacturing, Engineering, Operations, and Project Management to resolve quality issues.
• Lead root cause investigations using 5 Whys, Fishbone diagrams, FMEA.
• Support Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma initiatives to reduce waste and improve productivity.
• Ensure compliance with applicable industry standards including ASME, SMACNA, AWS, and customer specifications.
• Prepare quality reports, KPIs, and trend analyses for leadership.

Skills

Quality leadership

QMS development

Team leadership

Lean manufacturing

Root cause analysis

Quality reporting

Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Construction/Manufacturing

Tools

Power BI

Minitab

Inspection equipment

Job description

Job Description

Quality Control Manager – Construction Prefabrication

Pay: $115,000.00 - $130,000.00 per year

Location: Richmond, VA

Pay: $115,000–$130,000 annually (based on experience)

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule: Monday–Friday (additional hours as needed)

Build the Quality Program. Lead the Standard.

Kodiak is hiring an experienced Quality Control Manager to oversee quality operations for a large-scale commercial construction prefabrication manufacturing facility in Richmond, VA.

This is a high-impact leadership opportunity for someone who has built or managed Quality Management Systems (QMS) in manufacturing or construction environments and enjoys creating processes that improve quality, reduce rework, and drive operational excellence.

You’ll partner with manufacturing leadership to develop quality standards across sheet metal fabrication, mechanical piping, welding, and modular assembly, while building a team of quality professionals focused on continuous improvement.

If you’re passionate about Lean Manufacturing, data-driven decision making, and developing world-class quality programs, we’d love to hear from you.

What You’ll Do

• Build, implement, and maintain a Quality Management System (QMS) for a commercial construction prefabrication facility.
• Develop quality standards, inspection procedures, and work instructions for sheet metal fabrication, mechanical piping, welding, and assembly operations.
• Establish quality metrics including:
• First-pass yield
• Defect rates
• Rework
• Process capability
• Develop Statistical Process Control (SPC) programs and use data to identify trends and drive improvements.
• Lead process audits and ensure compliance with company standards and customer specifications.
• Build, mentor, and lead a team of Quality Inspectors.
• Partner with Manufacturing, Engineering, Operations, and Project Management to resolve quality issues.
• Lead root cause investigations using:
• 5 Whys
• Fishbone Diagrams
• FMEA
• Support Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma initiatives to reduce waste and improve productivity.
• Ensure compliance with applicable industry standards including ASME, SMACNA, AWS, and customer specifications.
• Prepare quality reports, KPIs, and trend analyses for leadership.

What We’re Looking For (Required)

• 7+ years of quality leadership experience in manufacturing, construction, fabrication, or prefabrication.
• Experience developing and implementing a Quality Management System (QMS).
• Experience leading quality teams and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and quality management principles.
• Experience performing root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and quality reporting tools.

Preferred

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Manufacturing, or a related technical field (or equivalent experience).
• Experience in:
• Sheet metal fabrication
• Mechanical piping
• Pipe welding
• Modular construction
• Commercial construction manufacturing
• Knowledge of:
• ISO 9001
• Lean Manufacturing
• Six Sigma
• Statistical Process Control (SPC)
• Power BI
• Minitab
• Familiarity with inspection equipment, gauges, visual inspections, and non-destructive testing (NDT).

Why Join Kodiak?

• Competitive salary
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Career growth with an industry-leading construction organization
• Collaborative leadership team
• Opportunity to build and shape a best-in-class quality program

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in both office and manufacturing environments.
• Ability to wear required PPE including safety glasses, hard hat, hearing protection, gloves, steel/composite toe boots, and high-visibility vest.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds and safely assist with heavier materials using proper equipment or team lifting procedures.
• Ability to stand, walk, climb stairs, bend, and inspect production processes throughout the facility.

Keywords

Quality Manager Quality Leader Manufacturing Quality QMS Quality Management System Lean Manufacturing Six Sigma SPC Statistical Process Control ISO 9001 Mechanical Piping Sheet Metal Fabrication Pipe Welding Modular Construction Commercial Construction Manufacturing Leadership Root Cause Analysis Continuous Improvement ASME AWS SMACNA

Kodiak is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees.

Application Question(s)

• What type of manufacturing environment have you worked in before (food products, medical equipment etc.)

Experience

• Manufacturing: 3 years (Preferred)
• Quality control: 3 years (Preferred)
• Metal fabrication: 3 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person