Railroad Construction Quality Control Manager

Ring Inc; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Ring Inc. in Atlanta, GA is seeking a Quality Manager specializing in railroad track systems to lead QA initiatives on the job site.

You will develop and drive quality management systems to ensure safety, regulatory compliance, and excellence in construction and maintenance of railroad infrastructure. You will conduct audits, lead root cause analysis, mentor teams, and collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and project management to implement Six Sigma and lean practices while maintaining

Qualifications

• Experience in railroad construction quality assurance.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001, HACCP, CGMP, GMP, FDA regulations.
• Experience conducting quality audits and inspections.
• Ability to analyze data and solve quality issues.
• Familiarity with Six Sigma and Lean methodologies.
• Strong cross-functional leadership and communication skills.
• Attention to detail under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and maintain quality management systems for railroad track projects.
• Lead quality audits across multiple sites to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Perform inspections including GD&T analysis to verify specifications.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing and project teams to implement quality controls.
• Oversee root cause analysis and corrective actions for quality issues.
• Maintain documentation to ensure regulatory compliance and traceability.
• Lead training on ISO, GMP and QA/QC protocols.

Skills

Quality management

Regulatory compliance

Auditing

Lean / Six Sigma

GD&T

ISO 9001

Cross-functional leadership

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Quality Manager specializing in Railroad Track systems to lead our quality assurance initiatives on the job site in Atlanta, Georgia. In this pivotal role, you will oversee the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of quality management systems to ensure safety, compliance, and excellence in railroad track construction and maintenance. Your expertise will drive adherence to industry standards and regulatory requirements while fostering a culture of quality across all operations. This position offers an exciting opportunity to influence safety standards and operational efficiency within the rail industry.

Duties

• Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive quality management systems aligned with ISO 9001 standards and industry best practices for railroad track projects.
• Lead quality audits across multiple sites to ensure compliance with regulatory, legal, and safety standards such as FDA regulations, GMP, HACCP, CGMP, and other relevant legal frameworks.
• Conduct thorough inspections of railroad tracks, including visual assessments and GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing) analysis to verify adherence to precise manufacturing specifications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams—including engineering, manufacturing, and project management—to establish quality control procedures that support Six Sigma manufacturing principles and lean management strategies.
• Oversee root cause analysis and corrective action processes for quality issues identified during inspections or audits.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements related to safety standards in rail infrastructure projects by maintaining detailed documentation and records of quality activities.
• Lead training sessions on quality standards such as ISO, GMP, QA/QC protocols, and regulatory compliance to foster a culture of continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Proven experience practicing in an a railroad construction role within the rail or transportation sector with a focus on quality assurance.
• Strong knowledge of quality standards including ISO 9001, ISO, HACCP, CGMP, GMP, FDA regulations, and related legal compliance standards.
• Demonstrated expertise in conducting quality audits, inspections, and implementing quality systems across complex projects.
• Proficiency in analysis skills for data interpretation and problem-solving related to manufacturing processes and quality control metrics.
• Familiarity with Six Sigma methodologies, Lean management principles, GD&T practices, and project management tools.
• Excellent team leadership abilities combined with effective cross-functional communication skills to drive quality initiatives organization-wide.
• Ability to analyze technical documentation and specifications accurately while maintaining attention to detail under tight deadlines.

$80,000 - $105,000 a year

Join us as we set new benchmarks for safety and quality in railroad infrastructure! We are committed to empowering our team members through professional growth opportunities while ensuring a safe working environment that values precision and excellence at every step.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance