Quality Assurance Manager

Universal Hose & Braid; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Universal Hose & Braid is seeking a Quality Manager to lead inspections, testing and documentation across hose production. You will ensure that customer specifications are met and that manufacturing processes comply with industry standards.

The role emphasizes proactive quality improvements, collaboration with welding and production teams, and maintaining traceability and product cleanliness throughout all stages of production.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a quality role related to welding, fabrication and product testing.
• AWS certified weld inspection.
• Liquid Oxygen Safety Training and Product Cleaning.
• ASNT - Helium Leak Detection.

Responsibilities

• Read and understand blueprints/drawings for hose products.
• Create process checklists and coordinate quality inspections with welders and test personnel.
• Document control of inbound materials and maintain material traceability for each production order.
• Ensure that quality check procedures are followed during hose production and assembly.
• Monitor cleaning system and titration levels to maintain process control.
• Support inspections, non-destructive tests and pressure tests on hose products.
• Inspect product packaging and labelling for shipment; correct deficiencies in the product process flow.

Skills

Excellent communication

Blueprint reading

Metallurgy knowledge

Welding TIG/MIG/ARC/Oxy-fuel

ASME/AWS standards knowledge

Education

Industry experience preferred

AWS certified weld inspection

Liquid Oxygen Safety Training

ASNT - Helium Leak Detection

2+ years quality experience in welding/fabrication/testing

Job description

Universal Hose and Braid is a world leader in metal hose assemblies. We are located in

the South Chicagoland area. We are seeking a dynamic Quality Manager as we

continue to grow. The ideal candidate must be a critical thinker who will proactively

improve the customer service experience of the company.

The primary duties of the quality technician are to complete inspections, perform specified tests, complete product certificates & documentation, and to ensure that the product development and manufacturing process is adhered. The technician will be responsible for performing tests on products at various stages of production to ensure that customer specifications are being met and company and product quality standards are followed. General duties and responsibilities typically include:

• Read and understand blueprints/drawings for all hose product offerings
• Create process checklists and coordinate quality inspections with welders and test personnel
• Document control of all inbound materials from vendors and maintain material traceability for each production order
• Ensure that all of the quality check procedures are followed during the hose and hose assembly production phase
• Monitor and maintain the 02 and cryogenic cleaning system and ensure that cleaning agent maintains correct level of titration or other monitoring
• Support personnel to complete visual inspections, non-destructive tests and pressure tests on hose products and complete vacuum with helium leak checks on products
• Support cleaning system personnel to complete product cleaning tasks, and inspect product for final cleanliness, (wipe test, black light test, etc.), complete product packaging and labelling for shipment
• Correct any deficiencies or corrections required in the product process flow

Quality Technician skills and qualifications:

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to read blueprints/ drawing and establish an ordered method of assembly
• Knowledge of metallurgy and which materials are typically joined (carbon steel grades, stainless steel grades and nickel-based alloys)
• Knowledge of various welding techniques, including TIG, MIG, arc, and oxy-fuel welding. Primary focus for this job is TIG welding.
• Knowledge of industry testing standards and codes, including ASME, AWS, and certifications to ANT-TC-1A for non-destructive testing.

Quality Technician education and training requirements

• Industry experience and background in the required skills is preferred over formal education. Preferred experience and certified training as follow:
• AWS certified weld inspection
• Liquid Oxygen Safety Training and Product Cleaning
• ASNT - Helium Leak Detection
• This position requires a minimum of 2 years of experience in a quality role associated with welding, fabrication and product testing