*Quality Control Lead*

The Tatitlek Corporation; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Tatitlek Corporation is searching for a Quality Control / Quality Assurance Lead responsible for overseeing QC/QA activities in operations and maintenance at a complex facility. The role involves leading QC/QA programs, conducting inspections, and ensuring compliance with industry standards.

The ideal candidate will have over 15 years' experience in QC/QA roles, with at least 5 years as a lead, and possess strong knowledge of building systems. U.S. Citizenship and a Secret Clearance are required.

Qualifications

• At least 15 years of experience in QC/QA roles within major industrial environments.
• Minimum of 5 years in a leadership capacity for QC/QA.
• Strong knowledge of O&M operations and building systems.
• Ability to implement QC/QA processes and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of the QC/QA program for O&M operations.
• Conduct inspections and audits of operational processes.
• Ensure compliance with contract requirements and quality processes.
• Provide training on QC/QA procedures to staff.

Skills

Quality Control

Quality Assurance

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Active Secret Clearance

15 years experience in QC/QA

5 years as QC/QA Lead

Tools

HVAC systems

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

Plumbing systems

Job description

Overview

SUMMARY

The Quality Control / Quality Assurance Lead is responsible for overseeing all QC/QA activities in support of operations and maintenance (O&M) functions across a large, complex facility environment. (Mechanical or Custodial/Landscape) This role ensures compliance with contract requirements, industry standards, and internal quality processes. The QC/QA Lead will establish, implement, and manage a comprehensive QC/QA program that supports mission readiness and operational excellence.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the development, implementation, and management of the QC/QA program for O&M operations.
• Prepare and maintain a detailed method statement outlining how the QC/QA Department will be structured, staffed, and managed.
• Conduct inspections, audits, and evaluations of building systems, maintenance activities, and operational processes.
• Ensure compliance with Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM) principles and apply non destructive testing (NDT) methods as required.
• Identify deficiencies, track corrective actions, and verify resolution.
• Collaborate with site leadership, engineering, and maintenance teams to ensure quality standards are met.
• Maintain documentation, reports, and quality records in accordance with contract and regulatory requirements.
• Provide training and guidance to staff on QC/QA procedures and best practices.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational performance and reliability.

EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION, AND LICENSURE

• Active Secret Clearance
• Minimum of fifteen (15) years of experience working in QC/QA roles within major industrial complexes or large scale construction projects.
• Minimum of five (5) years serving specifically as a QC/QA Lead.
• Strong working knowledge of O&M operations and building systems (HVAC, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, etc.).
• Experience working within an RCM program.
• Familiarity with non destructive testing (NDT) methods.
• Ability to develop and implement QC/QA processes, procedures, and documentation.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the following essential functions.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prior experience in the supervision of a workforce responsible for operations, maintenance, and repair of commercial building infrastructure systems.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Must be able to conduct preventative maintenance activities and minor repairs from ladders or elevated platforms.
• Work requires the incumbent to walk, stoop, bend, kneel, climb and work in uncomfortable positions.
• Ability to lift, carry and set up tools, equipment and parts that weigh up to and occasionally over fifty (50) pounds.
• Must be comfortable getting dirty, dusty, and greasy in an indoor or outdoor environment with frequent exposure to excessive noise.
• Must be able to perform duties under adverse weather conditions (extreme cold / heat, etc.).
• Must be able to work alternate shift schedules when necessary to meet the mission requirements of the customer, to include weekends and holidays.
• Must be able to perform on-call duties when scheduled and report to work within one hour of notification.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to conduct preventative maintenance activities and minor repairs from ladders or elevated platforms.
• Work requires the incumbent to walk, stoop, bend, kneel, climb and work in uncomfortable positions.
• Ability to lift, carry and set up tools, equipment and parts that weigh up to and occasionally over fifty (50) pounds.

WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE

Secret or higher security clearance, or the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance. U.S. Citizenship is required.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFYING FACTORS

As a condition of employment, must pass a pre-employment drug screening, as well as have acceptable reference and background check results.

As an equal opportunity employer, The Tatitlek Corporation recognizes that our strength lies in our people. Discrimination and all unlawful harassment, including sexual harassment, in employment is not tolerated. We encourage success based on our individual merits and abilities without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or employment. We support and obey laws that prohibit discrimination everywhere we do business.