Shipyard QA/QC Lead - Welding & Compliance

Conneaut Creek Ship Repair Co Inc; West Ashtabula (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Conneaut Creek Ship Repair Co Inc in United States (OH) seeks an experienced Welder and/or QA/QC Manager to oversee QA/QC welding and fit-up activities at our shipyard. You will ensure all repair and maintenance meet standards and customer specs, working with production, engineering, safety and regulatory teams.

Responsibilities include implementing ABS/USCG standards, conducting audits, managing documentation, and driving continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Experience in quality control within shipbuilding, repair, or heavy industrial environments.
• Strong understanding of NDT methods (VT, MT, PT, UT, RT).
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications, and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain shipyard's Quality Management System in accordance with ABS, USCG and other applicable standards.
• Conduct regular inspections, audits, and tests on materials, welding, structural components, piping, and other vessel systems.
• Review and approve quality documentation and coordinate inspections with clients and representatives.
• Investigate non-conformities, root causes, and corrective/preventative actions; promote a quality-focused culture.
• Provide training and support to production teams to uphold quality processes and compliance.

Skills

Quality management

NDT methods

Leadership

Communication

Technical drawings

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Quality Management or related field

Tools

QA/QC software

Job description

Conneaut Creek Ship Repair Co Inc in United States (OH) seeks an experienced Welder and/or QA/QC Manager to oversee QA/QC welding and fit-up activities at our shipyard. You will ensure all repair and maintenance meet standards and customer specs, working with production, engineering, safety and regulatory teams.

Responsibilities include implementing ABS/USCG standards, conducting audits, managing documentation, and driving continuous improvement.