CWI Quality Manager

About the Role:
The Quality Manager, CWI, AISC Fabrication is a leadership role responsible for overseeing quality assurance, welding inspection, and compliance programs within a structural steel fabrication environment. This position ensures adherence to AWS D1.1 welding standards, AISC certification requirements, ISO quality management systems, and regulatory compliance frameworks. The role focuses on driving continuous improvement, leading inspection teams, and maintaining high-quality production standards for both standard and custom fabricated steel products.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage quality assurance and quality control processes across fabrication, welding, coating, and assembly operations
• Oversee compliance with AWS D1.1 welding codes, AISC certification standards, ISO 9001 quality systems, and applicable DOT specifications
• Supervise and mentor certified welding inspectors, quality technicians, and production teams to ensure adherence to inspection protocols
• Develop, implement, and maintain the Quality Management System, including procedures, documentation, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Conduct internal and external audits to ensure compliance with AISC, ISO, and regulatory requirements
• Review welding procedures, procedure qualification records, and welder performance qualifications for accuracy and compliance
• Collaborate with engineering, production, and procurement teams to ensure material traceability and Buy America compliance
• Analyze nonconformance reports, implement corrective and preventive actions, and drive root cause analysis initiatives
• Ensure proper inspection of raw materials, in-process fabrication, welding, and final product quality
• Maintain detailed quality records, reports, and certifications to support audits and customer requirements

Qualifications:

• Certified Welding Inspector, CWI certification required
• Strong knowledge of AWS D1.1 welding code, AISC certification standards, and ISO 9001 quality management systems
• Experience in structural steel fabrication, welding inspection, and manufacturing quality control
• Proven leadership experience managing quality teams in a fabrication or manufacturing environment
• Experience with audit processes, including internal audits and third-party certification audits
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, welding symbols, and fabrication specifications
• Strong understanding of material traceability, inspection procedures, and compliance documentation
• Excellent problem-solving skills with experience in root cause analysis and corrective action implementation
• Proficiency in quality management software, reporting tools, and documentation systems

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience supporting DOT or transportation-related quality standards and specifications
• Background in powder coating inspection and finishing quality processes
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies
• Additional certifications in quality management or auditing, such as ISO Lead Auditor
• Experience working with custom fabrication projects and high-mix, low-volume production environments