Quality Assurance Program Manager

Accelera; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Accelera Fort Pierce, FL seeks a Quality Assurance Manager to oversee quality programs, systems, and procedures ensuring compliance with policies and agency guidelines.

You will lead audits, liaise with inspectors, and maintain ASME Section VIII and NQA-1 quality programs while guiding process improvements and supplier qualification.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, management, engineering, or related field.
• Minimum of five years of experience as a quality professional working under an ISO, NQA-1, and/or ASME Section VIII-based quality assurance program.
• Excellent knowledge of metal fabrication, pipe fabrication, machining, welding, and coating/paint processes.
• Level II Inspector Certifications (VT, PT, MP) preferred.
• Knowledge of welding processes desirable (CWI Certification).

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain ASME Section VIII Boiler and Pressure vessel program.
• Manage and maintain NQA-1 quality program.
• Manage and maintain WPS, PQR, and WQTR qualifications per ASME Section IX.
• Ensure program manuals are updated and distributed as required.
• Perform general and project-specific oversight to ensure QA program requirements are met.
• Review documentation to ensure contractual and quality program requirements are understood.
• Maintain the approved supplier lists.
• Verify completeness and accuracy of inspection records and nonconforming material reports.
• Responsible for investigation and closure of customer and field complaints.
• Manage personnel qualification and training activities per QA program.
• Monitor and maintain equipment integrity.

Skills

Engineering drawings

Negotiation

Leadership

Problem solving

Organization

Customer relations

Professionalism

Multitasking

Spreadsheets

Deadlines

Education

Bachelor's degree

Level II inspector certs (VT/PT/MP)

CWI certification desirable

Job description

Job Description: Quality Assurance Manager

Location: Fort Pierce, FL

Estimated Salary: $85,000 - $135,000 per year

Full Time, Exempt

Job Summary:

The Quality Assurance Manager will oversee the development and maintenance of quality programs, systems, processes, and procedures that ensure compliance with policies and that the performance and quality of services conform to established standards and agency guidelines.

To assure compliance, provide expertise and guidance in interpreting policies, regulatory and/or governmental regulations, and agency guidelines. Works directly with operating entities to provide process analysis oversight on a continuing basis to enforce requirements and meet guidelines. Leads audit and inspection preparation, resolution of audit and inspection findings, and liaises with auditing groups and inspectors through all stages of the audits. Ensures the quality assurance programs and policies are maintained and modified regularly.

Review bids and proposals and provide advice and support to Program Management, Engineering, and Manufacturing. Overseeing integration and testing activities for products.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Train new and existing employees on our policies and procedures.
• Maintain a highly motivated workforce.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Manage and maintain our ASME Section VIII Boiler and Pressure vessel program.
• Manage and maintain our NQA-1 quality program.
• Manage and maintain WPS, PQR, and WQTR qualifications in accordance with ASME Section IX
• Ensure program manuals are updated and distributed as required.
• Perform general and project-specific oversight to ensure quality program requirements are completed properly.
• Review documentation to ensure contractual and quality program requirements are understood and met.
• Maintain the approved supplier lists.
• Verify completeness and accuracy of inspection records and nonconforming material reports.
• Responsible for investigation and closure of customer and field complaints.
• Manage personnel qualification and training activities as required by the QA program. Ensure the required activities are scheduled. Ensure records of completed activities are received and properly maintained.
• Monitor and maintain operational integrity of instruments, gages, and specialized measurement equipment.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Able to read, understand, create, and edit engineering drawings/blueprints.
• Superior negotiation skills in both internal and external settings.
• Excellent written/verbal communication and leadership skills.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Masterful organizational and planning skills.
• Excellent customer relations and leadership skills are required.
• Must maintain professionalism in all aspects of the job.
• Must be able to multitask and prioritize.
• Ability to read and write complex spreadsheets.
• Able to handle the responsibility and pressure of meeting deadlines.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, management, engineering, or related field.
• Minimum of five years of experience as a quality professional working under an ISO, NQA-1, and/or ASME Section VIII-based quality assurance program.
• Excellent knowledge of metal fabrication, pipe fabrication, machining, welding, and coating/paint processes.
• Level II Inspector Certifications (VT, PT, MP) in accordance with ASNT SNT-TC-1A preferred.
• Knowledge of welding processes desirable (CWI Certification)

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to access and navigate the production facility.
• While performing duties of this job, the employees are regularly required to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to lift 25 pounds at a time.
• Prolonged viewing of computer monitors and screens.
• Repetitive motion (mousing and keyboarding).
• Use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) or protective gear may be required.
• Occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, flying metal burrs and chips, and possible chemical irritants such as water-based coolants, hydraulic oils, degreasing soap, and mineral spirit.
• Occasionally exposed to uncomfortable cold or heat.
• Must be able to work normal business hours M-F (except Holidays, etc.)
• Must be available on weekends (travel, special projects, meetings, or company-related business)
• Must be willing to sign the company NDA and not engage in any activity deemed detrimental to the organization.