Quality Manager

Black Bear Talent; Staunton (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Black Bear Talent LLC is seeking a Quality Manager to proactively plan and manage quality standards and industry benchmarks. You will support business units with root cause analysis and metric management while coordinating supplier quality to meet customer expectations. This is a direct hire role.

The position requires deep ASME/AWS knowledge, extensive fabrication/manufacturing experience, and strong communication with cross-functional teams. On-site position in Staunton, VA.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Manufacturing Engineering or a technical degree, or equivalent manufacturing/welding experience.
• 3+ years in quality systems, audits and procedures.
• 5+ years in industrial fabrication/manufacturing.
• In-depth knowledge of ASME and AWS codes.
• ASME inspection: incoming, material certification and in-process.
• Ability to read blueprints, weld symbols and finish callouts.
• Proficient with measurement tools and ERP/office software.

Responsibilities

• Maintain compliance to ASME weld procedures and train QC staff on measurements and documentation.
• Monitor Weld Procedures and ASME code requirements for compliance with specs.
• Inspect welded sub-assemblies and assemblies at designated process points.
• Serve as main contact for Authorized Inspector (AI).
• Maintain all quality records and retention per policy.
• Perform visual and mechanical inspections per drawings and blueprints.
• Participate in ASME audits/certifications reviews.
• Coordinate with Engineering on fabrication drawings before release.
• Prepare and maintain ASME QC records including WPS and non-conformance responses.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, suppliers and leadership on quality issues.
• Support final inspection/pack-out area and quality system improvements.
• Maintain quality manual and procedures; respond to audits and customer questionnaires.
• Report KPIs and drive quality improvements across the organization.
• Communicate quality goals and results throughout the organization.

Skills

Quality systems

ASME codes

AWS codes

Audits

ERP systems

Excel

PowerPoint

Education

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering

Technical degree or equivalent

Tools

ERP systems

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Black Bear Talent is hiring a Quality Manager. The role of the Quality Manager is to proactively plan and manage all activities associated with quality standards and industry benchmarks as well as strengthening and improving quality. Provide support to business functions in the areas of root cause analysis and metric management. Coordinate plans associated to Supplier/Subcontractor quality to ensure they meet customer expectations. This is a direct hire role.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain compliance to ASME weld procedures and train shop personnel and your direct reports in QC measurements, weld procedures, materials traceability and all other ASME documentation requirements including shop traveler generation and various data reports that our heat exchangers require.
• Monitor Weld Procedures and ASME code requirements, to verify compliance with company, customer, and code specifications.
• Inspect welded sub-assemblies and assemblies at designated points of the manufacturing process for ASME hold points.
• Main point of contact for the Authorized Inspector AI).
• Maintain all quality records for the Company for the required retention period.
• Perform visual and mechanical inspection of products in accordance with company drawings/engineering blueprints.
• Participate in reviews of ASME audits/certifications.
• Work closely with Engineering to review all shop fabrication drawings before they are released to production.
• Prepare and maintain various ASME Quality Control records both for fabricated heat exchangers as well as ASME documentation for our welding staff (WPS, weld qualification testing, and continuity records) including responding to supplier/customer corrective action, and respond to non-conformances, both internal (production) and external (customer).
• Work closely with engineering, manufacturing, suppliers, and leadership to review quality problems and ensure problem-free production.
• Support and manage the final inspection/pack out area to successfully perform its functions.
• Maintain and revise quality manual, and associated procedures and work instructions to support quality system.
• Reply to any customer’s questionnaires related to quality, manage any audits, etc. to highlight the quality efforts of the company.
• Manage reporting of metrics/KPIs and prepare regular performance reports in support of quality improvement efforts.
• Identify and implement mechanisms for effective communication of quality goals and results throughout the organization including yield for Operations meetings.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Manufacturing Engineering or technical degree from four-year college or university OR have significant work experience in manufacturing, welding, metal fabrication, and machining experience.
• 3+ years of experience working with quality systems, programs, audits, and procedures.
• 5+ years in industrial fabrication/manufacturing.
• In depth knowledge of ASME and AWS codes.
• Knowledgeable in ASME inspection process - incoming inspection, material certification and marking requirements, and in-process inspection.
• ASME knowledge in code sections for hydrostatic testing, and be able to generate ASME records (required data reports, shop travelers, etc.)
• Ability to read and interpret engineering blueprints, weld symbols, and finish callouts.
• Ability to use measurement instruments, including pressure gauges, calipers, micrometers, and weld reinforcement gauges.
• Ability to work, schedule and interact with Authorized ASME Inspections and present documents for their review, sign-off, etc.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from other managers and departments including customers regarding testing procedures and results to resolve problems.
• Must be a self-starter who has excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in relevant software, working within ERP Systems, must be highly proficient in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

At Black Bear Talent we’re not just about filling a space. We partner with you to find the right fill for your needs. Our number one goal is to find you the career candidate and building the relationship with the employer as your trusted source for staffing and direct hires