Quality Assurance Manager

Zekelman Industries; Blytheville (AR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Bonus plan

401(k) with company match

Health, dental & vision insurance

Tuition assistance program

Paid vacation & holidays

Employee loyalty awards

Job summary

Zekelman Industries, a leading steel pipe and tube manufacturer, is seeking a Quality Assurance Manager to uphold top-tier quality in Blytheville, AR. You will lead QMS, collaborate with plant management, engineering, and external auditors to ensure compliance with ISO 9001:2015 and API Q1, while driving improvements in product quality and process efficiency.

You will oversee tensile management, pipe mill metallography, lab QA procedures, and internal specs, ensuring alignment with ASTM and

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in steel pipe and tube manufacturing, focusing on quality assurance.
• Associate degree or Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• NDT Level 2 certification preferred; strong knowledge of ISO, API, and ASTM standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and maintain Quality Management System, including ISO 9001:2015 certification and API Q1 product certifications.
• Monitor Tensile Management program to ensure ASTM/API compliance for sampling, testing, and product standards.
• Oversee pipe mill metallography program to verify weld setups on mills.
• Create and manage Internal Specification Sheets for ERW products.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and QA procedures, ensuring ISO 9001:2015 compliance.
• Coordinate special projects as directed by Plant Management.
• Manage testing and reporting of customer product claims, customer sample requests, incoming raw materials, and plant trials.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Leadership

MS Office

Communication

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in related field

Tools

ISO 9001 knowledge

API Q1 knowledge

ASTM standards

Job description

You may not know our name, but you know our products. What we make is part the places where we live, work and play - all day, everyday.

Zekelman is a family of companies - 100% domestic manufacturers - with a legacy dating back to 1877. We're proud to be the largest independent steel pipe and tube manufacturer in North America and the leading innovator in multi-family housing development.

We believe in what we build and what we build, builds the world around us. Hospitals, hotels, schools, bridges, airports and more.

Come build a career you believe in.

About the Role

As a Quality Assurance Manager at Zekelman Industries, you will play a key role in ensuring the highest standards of quality in our pipe manufacturing operations. This position requires strong leadership, a deep understanding of quality management systems, and the ability to maintain certifications for our products and processes. You will contribute directly to improving product quality, maintaining compliance with industry standards, and supporting the overall efficiency of production.

You will collaborate with plant management, engineering teams, and external auditors to ensure that our quality assurance processes are optimized. This is an on-site role located in Blytheville, AR.

This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a manufacturing environment, enjoys problem-solving, is detail-oriented, and has a strong background in quality management and standards.

What You’ll Do

• Leads and promotes healthy and safe work practices as required by regulatory agencies and company policy.
• Manages the Quality Management System, including ISO 9001:2015 certification and API Q1 product certifications.
• Monitors the Tensile Management program to ensure compliance with ASTM and API requirements for sampling, testing, and product standards.
• Implements and oversees pipe mill metallography program to verify weld setups on mills.
• Creates and manages Internal Specification Sheets for ERW products.
• Maintains laboratory equipment and QA procedures, ensuring compliance with ISO 9001:2015.
• Coordinates special projects as directed by Plant Management.
• Manages testing and reporting of customer product claims, customer sample requests, incoming raw materials, and plant trials.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Regular and predictable, full-time, on-site attendance during scheduled hours.

Who You Are

• 5+ years of experience in steel pipe and tube manufacturing, with a focus on quality assurance.
• Associate degree or Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) Level 2 certification preferred.
• Working knowledge of ISO, API, and ASTM standards.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing and construction processes.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

What You’ll Get

Zekelman Industries offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits, including low-cost, high-quality medical and dental benefits. In addition, we have an amazing tuition assistance program, a bonus plan, a 401(k) plan with a generous company match, loyalty awards, and much more:

• Competitive Compensation
• Bonus Plan & Profit-Sharing Opportunities
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Comprehensive Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation & Holidays
• Employee Loyalty Awards

Zekelman Industries offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits, including low-cost, high-quality medical and dental benefits. In addition, we have an amazing tuition assistance program, a bonus plan, a 401(k) plan with a generous company match, immediate vesting, and much more.

M/F/D/V

We are Zekelman Industries.

We manufacture superior quality tubular and related products, and provide outstanding service for our valued customers.

We seek to continuously advance the skills and opportunities of our employees, utilizing the latest technology and management tools available to consistently increase profitability and the enterprise value of Zekelman Industries and of our customers.