xPL Offsite - Manufacturing Quality Control Manager

Turner Construction Company; Decatur (AL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking an experienced Quality Manager to oversee the Quality Management System at their fabrication facility in Decatur, AL. This role includes establishing quality control measures, conducting inspections, and managing a team of inspectors. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree and over 8 years of QA/QC experience, with preferred credentials including AWS CWI and NDT Level II.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of QA/QC experience in fabrication or manufacturing.
• Desired credentials: AWS CWI, NDT Level II, Six Sigma Green Belt.
• Working knowledge of relevant standards and codes.

Responsibilities

• Manage plant-level Quality Management System aligned with standards.
• Coordinate inspections and ensure compliance with specifications.
• Lead a team of QC inspectors and manage quality metrics.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Quality Control

Regulatory Compliance

Critical Thinking

Interpersonal Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in relevant field

Tools

SPC

ISO 9001

AWS

Job description

Division: xPL Offsite

Project Location(s): Decatur, AL 35601 USA

Job Type: Regular

Job Classification: Experienced

Job Family: Construction

Compensation: Salaried Exempt

Position Description: Manage quality program for xPL fabrication facility (“plant”) (e.g., steel, MEP skids/modules, and prefabricated assemblies). Establish and run plant-level Quality Management System, validate every assembly meets drawings/specs and code requirements, and drive continuous improvement across design, procurement, fabrication, testing, and shipping.

Essential Duties & Key Responsibilities:

• Establish, implement, and maintain xPL fabrication facility (“plant”) Quality Management System (QMS) aligned with ISO 9001, AISC, and Turner procedures.
• Create and maintain Quality Control (QC) Plan, Individual Test Plans (ITPs) hold points, and inspection checklists for each product family.
• Coordinate receiving, in-process, final inspections (e.g., dimensional, visual, weld, coating) and manage calibration and verification of gauges/fixtures.
• Conduct compliance verification with regulatory and contractual requirements (e.g., AISC, AWS D1.1/D1.3, ASME Section IX, IBC), and project specifications; coordinate Non-Destructive Examination (NDE) (VT, PT, MT, UT) with Level II/III, as required.
• Manage and document control drawings (e.g., WPS, PQR, WQTRs, MTRs), lot/batch traceability, and quality records; manage stamp/marking and traveler packets.
• Manage Non-Conformance Report (NCR) intake, material disposition (MRB), rework/repair plans, and corrective and preventive actions using 8D, 5-Why, Ishikawa, and FMEA, as appropriate.
• Qualify and audit key suppliers (e.g., metals, piping, valves, electrical), set up receiving inspection plans, and drive corrective actions (SCARs) and PPAP-like submissions for critical parts.
• Establish SPC on critical dimensions, first-article/first-piece approvals, and layered process audits (LPAs); facilitate Kaizen events to reduce defects and rework.
• Collaborate with Production, Engineering, and VDC teams to review shop drawings, submittals, and RFIs; set up quality gates per Takt/line balance and help resolve fit-up issues before production.
• Plan and witness tests (e.g., hydro/pneumatic pressure tests, leak tests, continuity/megger tests for MEP skids, functional FATs) and document results and compile data books/turnover packages.
• Lead team of QC inspectors (e.g., weld, dimensional, coatings); train craft on workmanship standards, visual weld acceptance, and defect prevention.
• Manage SQDCM quality metrics (e.g., FPY, DPMO, COPQ, rework hours, escapes); publish dashboards and lead weekly quality reviews.
• Communicate and enforce quality-related safety controls (e.g., pressure testing barricades, lockout for inspection) and provide information to support Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) audits.
• May supervise team members, participate in hiring process, onboard new employees, contribute to performance appraisals during annual performance cycle, utilize talent management systems, and identify appropriate training to help with staff development needs.
• Other activities, duties, and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree from accredited degree program desired, with minimum of 8 years of experience working in fabrication and/or manufacturing in Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) (e.g., modular/MEP skids, structural steel, or industrial equipment), prior project-based QC in construction or product manufacturing, a plus, or equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience
• Desired credentials: AWS CWI or ACQ, NDT Level II (VT/PT/MT/UT), AISC QC experience, Six Sigma Green Belt/Black Belt, ISO 9001 Lead Auditor
• Working knowledge of ISO 9001, AWS, AISC, ASME, coating standards (SSPC/AMPP), and relevant building, mechanical, and electrical codes
• Well-rounded knowledge of manufacturing processes across all trades, means and methods, and materials their characteristics, installation procedures and tolerances
• Ability to interpret contract documents, drawings, specifications, scopes of work and project schedule
• Excellent business acumen and critical thinking skills to assess and solve problems and conflicts
• Excellent interpersonal communication, professional presentation skills, and persuasion skills to confidently engage and influence others
• Self-starter, capable of managing multiple complex issues and tasks successfully to completion
• Build engaging partnerships with team and organizational stakeholders through trust, teamwork, and direct communication
• Adapt to manage through ambiguity and changing environments and demands

Turner is an Equal Opportunity Employer - race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other characteristics protected by applicable law.