Shipyard Quality Control Manager

Mainstay Maritime; West Ashtabula (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Certification sponsorship

Job summary

Mainstay Maritime in the United States seeks an experienced Welder and/or QA/QC Manager to lead QA/QC at our shipyard, ensuring repairs meet standards and client specs. You will drive QA/QC processes, oversee inspections, and coordinate with production, engineering, safety, and regulatory teams.

The role emphasizes NDT awareness, documentation review, training, and continuous improvement. Based in a shipyard with both office and field work; certification support provided by the company.

Qualifications

• Quality mgmt or related field or equivalent experience.
• Experience in QA/QC in shipbuilding or heavy industry.
• Strong understanding of NDT methods (VT/MT/PT/UT/RT).
• Excellent communication, organizational and leadership skills.
• Proficient in quality mgmt software and MS Office.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specs.

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 structural systems
• Review and approve quality documentation
• Interface with clients, class, and customer representatives to coordinate inspections and resolve quality concerns
• Investigate and document non-conformities, root causes, and corrective/preventative actions
• Provide training and support to production teams to promote a quality-focused culture
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and other HSE standards as related to quality processes
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying trends and recommending process improvements
• Compile/Maintain library of training certificates, welders’ qualification, and other qualifications
• Execute inspections according to QA/QC plan in accordance with required inspection procedures. Work with Project Manager on documentation and other requirements

Skills

Quality Management

NDT methods

Leadership

Communication

Read drawings

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's in Quality Mgmt or related field

Tools

Quality mgmt software

MS Office Suite

Job description

Description

We are seeking an experienced Welder and/or QA/QC Manager to assess all quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) Welding/fit-up activities at our shipyard. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring that all ship repair and maintenance processes meet internal quality standards and comply with industry regulations and customer specifications. This role requires close collaboration with production, engineering, safety, and regulatory teams to maintain the highest standards of workmanship and compliance. QA/QC Position will report to Vice President.

Responsibilities and Duties (but not limited to):

• 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 structural systems
• Review and approve quality documentation
• Interface with clients, class, and customer representatives to coordinate inspections and resolve quality concerns
• Investigate and document non-conformities, root causes, and corrective/preventative actions
• Provide training and support to production teams to promote a quality-focused culture
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and other HSE standards as related to quality processes
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying trends and recommending process improvements
• Compile/Maintain library of training certificates, welders’ qualification, and other qualifications
• Execute inspections according to QA/QC plan in accordance with required inspection procedures. Work with Project Manager on documentation and other requirements

Work Environment:

• This role is based in a shipyard and requires both office and field work
• Exposure to varying weather conditions, noise, and physical hazards typical of a shipyard environment
• Use of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) is mandatory

Requirements

Required Qualifications:

• Quality Management, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Experience in quality control within a shipbuilding, repair, or heavy industrial environment
• Strong understanding of NDT methods (VT, MT, PT, UT, RT)
• Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills
• Proficient in quality management software and Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications, and procedures

Preferred Experience:

• Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) or similar QA/QC certifications preferred
• In-depth knowledge of marine standards and regulations (e.g., ABS, USCG)
• Receive CWI Certification within a year after hired Company will pay for certification. Will require a 2 year Contract after receiving certification.