xPL Offsite - Manufacturing Quality Control Manager

Turner Construction Co.; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner Construction Co. in Decatur, AL seeks a seasoned QA/QC leader to manage the xPL fabrication facility quality program. You will establish and run the plant‑level QMS to ensure assemblies meet drawings, specs and code requirements, driving continuous improvement across design, procurement, fabrication, testing and shipping.

Experience with ISO 9001 and AISC is preferred. Lead inspectors, develop QC plans, coordinate inspections, manage NCRs and supplier audits, and implement

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 8+ years in fabrication/manufacturing QA/QC.
• Experience with modular/MEP skids, structural steel, or industrial equipment.
• AWS CWI or ACQ certification.
• NDT Level II (VT/PT/MT/UT) credentials.
• ISO 9001 Lead Auditor knowledge.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001, AWS, AISC, ASME, coatings standards.
• Ability to interpret drawings, specs, and schedules.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Establish, implement, and maintain the plant Quality Management System (QMS).
• Create and maintain QC plans, ITPs, hold points, and inspection checklists.
• Coordinate receiving, in-process, and final inspections; manage calibration.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory/contractual requirements and coordinate NDE.
• Manage non-conformance intake, MRB, and corrective actions.
• Qualify and audit key suppliers; drive SCARs and PPAP-like submissions.
• Establish SPC and first‑article approvals; lead Kaizen events.
• Collaborate with Production, Engineering and VDC to resolve fit-up issues.

Skills

QA/QC expertise

ISO 9001 knowledge

NDE experience

Dimensional inspection

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

AWS CWI

ACQ

ND T Level II

AISC QC

Six Sigma Green/Black Belt

ISO 9001 Lead Auditor

Job description

Division: xPL Offsite OSM
Project Location(s): Decatur, AL 35601 USA
Minimum Years Experience: Travel Involved: Job Type: Regular Job Classification: Experienced Education: 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, and 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 a 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’ 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.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls, and reach with hands, talk, and hear. The employee frequently views a computer monitor and frequently uses a computer keyboard. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Performance of the required duties require physical ability to climb permanent and temporary stairs, passenger use of construction personnel hoists, ability to climb ladders and negotiate work areas under construction. The employee is regularly required to be mobile, and the employee occasionally travels both short and long distances via a variety of conveyances. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee regularly performs work on‑site at construction work sites, office locations, and/or off‑site venues. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in an office or remote setting. The noise in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate in an office setting. While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works at manufacturing and/or construction work sites where the employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts, high precarious places, fumes, or airborne particles, outside weather conditions, and risk of electrical shock. The noise in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. The employee is required to work in compliance with company safety policies, procedures, and applicable laws.

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.