Quality Control Manager – Structural Steel Fabrication

Littell Steel Company, Inc; New Brighton (Beaver County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Littell Steel Company, Inc., based in Western Pennsylvania, seeks a Quality Control Manager – Structural Steel Fabrication for a full-time on-site role in New Brighton, PA. You will oversee QC processes, inspect welded components, review drawings, and coordinate with production, engineering, and project management to ensure adherence to codes and customer specs.

The ideal candidate will bring experience in structural steel QC, strong documentation skills, and a commitment to safety and

Qualifications

• Experience in structural steel fabrication quality control.
• Ability to read and interpret fabrication drawings, shop details, specs and codes (AISC, AWS).
• Strong documentation, recordkeeping, and report-writing for audits and certifications.

Responsibilities

• Inspect fabricated steel components for quality and conformance.
• Review drawings and documentation to verify accuracy.
• Manage nonconformance reports and track corrective actions.
• Maintain detailed records for audits and certifications.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives and train team members on quality standards.
• Support safety and compliance in shop and yard.

Skills

Welding inspection

Dimensional accuracy

Reading fabrication drawings

Documentation & audits

Quality software

Cross-functional collaboration

Safety compliance

CWI certification

Shop floor operations

Job description

Company Description

Based in Western Pennsylvania, this third-generation, family-owned steel fabrication company is grounded in craftsmanship, accountability, and long-term partnerships. The team collaborates closely with contractors, engineers, and owners to deliver structural steel solutions that meet high standards for quality, safety, performance, and aesthetics. While the company values hard work, integrity, and doing the job right, it also relies on modern systems, advanced certifications, and a progressive approach to fabrication. Specializing in structural steel for commercial, industrial, building, and bridge construction, the organization supports projects where precision, documentation, and schedule reliability are critical.

Role Description

The Quality Control Manager – Structural Steel Fabrication is a full-time, on-site role located in New Brighton, PA. This position oversees quality control processes for structural steel fabrication, ensuring all work complies with relevant codes, specifications, and customer requirements. Day-to-day responsibilities include inspecting fabricated steel components, reviewing drawings and documentation, managing nonconformance reports, and maintaining detailed records for audits and certifications. The role coordinates closely with production, engineering, and project management teams to resolve quality issues, improve processes, and support timely project delivery. The Quality Control Manager also leads continuous improvement initiatives, trains team members on quality standards, and supports safety and compliance efforts in the shop and yard.

Qualifications

• Experience in structural steel fabrication quality control, including inspection of welds, fit-up, and dimensional accuracy.
• Ability to read and interpret fabrication drawings, shop details, specifications, and industry codes (e.g., AISC, AWS).
• Strong skills in documentation, recordkeeping, and report writing for quality audits and certifications.
• Proficiency with basic computer tools and quality-related software for tracking inspections and nonconformances.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with production, engineering, and project teams to resolve quality issues.
• Solid understanding of safety practices in a steel fabrication environment and commitment to safe work procedures.
• Relevant certifications in welding inspection or structural steel quality (CWI) are highly beneficial.
• Prior experience in commercial, industrial, building, or bridge steel fabrication is preferred.
• Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work on-site in a fast-paced shop environment.