Shop Quality Lead — Weld, NDE & Audits

Matrix Service Company; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 100,289,000 - 126,078,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & Vision

401(k) with company match

Employee stock purchase plan (ESPP)

Wellness program

Tuition reimbursement

Performance bonus program

Paid time off

Job summary

Matrix Service Company in Bakersfield, CA is seeking a Shop Quality Supervisor to plan, direct, and supervise quality control functions in steel fabrication. The role focuses on maintaining audit-ready conditions, coordinating inspections, and guiding shop personnel in quality practices.

You will perform NDE inspections, coordinate third-party inspections, and train staff, ensuring compliance with ASME/AISC standards and customer requirements.

Qualifications

• AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) is required.
• LA City Dept of Building and Safety 'Quality Control Inspector' certification is preferred.
• 5+ years related experience in QA/QC.
• Current certification in a related discipline specific inspection process (e.g. ASNT Level II, NACE etc.) preferred.
• Thorough working knowledge of regulatory agency quality assurance and quality control activities.
• Experience must have been in steel fabrication.
• Proven ability to supervise personnel and excellent verbal and written communication skills required.
• Advance degree or training is desirable.
• Strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Must be proficient in computer skills including use of Microsoft Office products.

Responsibilities

• Actively support the Company's commitment to safety and its Core Values.
• Represents the Company at all times with high moral standards while adhering to the Code of Business Conduct and Ethics.
• Provides specialized technical expertise in support of the Quality program, including inspection and testing techniques, quality training, statistical methods, audits, and quality tools for solving problems.
• Perform and report on NDE inspections and testing activities.
• Coordinate 3rd party inspections and review reports for accuracy and compliance with project requirements.
• Prepare weld maps, record drawings, and final turnover packages.
• Plan Welder Performance Qualification Testing.
• Maintain shop at an Audit Ready condition for certification programs, including ASME and AISC.
• Maintain NCR data and associated activities for management.
• Act as liaison for customer inspectors or customer representatives visiting the shop location.
• Apply knowledge of quality systems and tools to verify contract standards for project execution.
• Maintain presence on shop floor and address quality and safety issues.
• Manage measuring and test equipment calibration activities and storage.
• Perform Quality training to shop personnel as needed.
• Align quality management with production needs of product lines.
• Participate in issue resolution and continuous improvement activities.
• Establish priorities, direct resources, and guide junior staff.
• Perform other duties, as assigned.

Skills

QA/QC leadership

Verbal & written communication

Regulatory compliance

Problem solving

Team supervision

Education

AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)

ASNT Level II

Quality Control Inspector Certification (LA City)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Matrix Service Company in Bakersfield, CA is seeking a Shop Quality Supervisor to plan, direct, and supervise quality control functions in steel fabrication. The role focuses on maintaining audit-ready conditions, coordinating inspections, and guiding shop personnel in quality practices.

You will perform NDE inspections, coordinate third-party inspections, and train staff, ensuring compliance with ASME/AISC standards and customer requirements.