Quality Control Manager

Whirlwind Steel Buildings Inc; Georgia; On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Whirlwind Steel seeks a Quality Manager to lead quality operations at our fabrication plants. You will direct QA staff, implement quality processes, schedule audits, and maintain compliance with QSM and applicable codes. Experience with nondestructive testing and weld inspection is preferred.

You will drive continuous improvement across manufacturing, manage calibration and documentation, and partner with production to minimize defects while ensuring safety and quality.

Qualifications

• CWI certification by AWS is required.
• ASNT Level II UT certification or equivalent is required.
• Ability to attain Canadian Welding Supervisor Certification is required.
• Solid knowledge of Statistical Process Control and quality systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain Quality Action Plans for each facility.
• Lead and mentor Quality Inspectors and staff.
• Implement Quality Management System across manufacturing and QC.
• Conduct internal quality audits and host third-party audits.
• Monitor calibration of equipment and tools and document results.
• Drive Continuous Improvement initiatives in manufacturing.

Skills

Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)

ASNT Level II UT Technician

Canadian Welding Supervisor Cert

Statistical Process Control

Interpersonal skills

Technical writing

Job description

Company Overview:

Whirlwind Steel is a premier metal building manufacturer specializing in the design, fabrication, and delivery of top-quality metal structures. Our unwavering commitment to excellence, innovation, and customer satisfaction has positioned us as an industry leader. This has allowed us to become creators and distributors of buildings and products that people use to live, learn, worship, work, and play.

Job Summary:

As the Quality Department head at each facility the Quality manager will be tasked with recruiting, hiring, and mentoring the Quality Control staff. The daily Quality Control team is tasked with visual weld inspection, Nondestructive Testing by UT Examination, and documentation of inspections in support of manufacturing while not impeding the production staff; a partner that adds value to the Whirlwind product. The management of this group is very important to the development and efficiency of the Quality Systems program.

The Quality Manager at each fabrication plant will direct, implement, and manage Quality processes throughout the organization. The Quality Manager assures that all aspects of the Quality Accreditation Programs are current and implemented across all functions of manufacturing and Quality Control. This position also contributes to the maintenance of the QSM while assuring that it meets or exceeds code requirements.

The Quality Manager is expected to lead and support Continuous Improvement initiatives in all manufacturing activities. There should be a continuous investment in training for the most efficient, and highest quality practices while maintaining a safe work environment.

The Quality Manager is tasked with performing internal quality audits as well as monitoring production processes for efficiency. The scheduling, resolution and documentation of periodic equipment and tool calibration is the responsibility of the Quality Manager. This position is uniquely qualified to host 3rd party quality audits and perform annual Management Reviews of audit results.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and Maintain Quality Action Plans
• Assist with nonconforming part disposition and corrective actions
• Maintain and update the Quality Systems Manual
• Verify conformance with the QSM
• Maintain a well-qualified staff of Quality Inspectors
• Develop procedures to allow adequate inspection with minimal delay to production
• Be subject matter expert for welding processes used

Benefits:

This is a full-time position with competitive compensation and benefits package, including health insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid time off.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) by AWS
• Able to manage ASNT Level II UT Technician
• Capable of attaining Canadian Welding Supervisor Certification
• Proven Knowledge in Statistical Process Control
• Excellent interpersonal skills used to motivate and direct employees to success
• Effective writing skills to organize and describe technical topics