Quality Control Manager (Charlotte)

Company Overview:

Our client is a leading manufacturer of custom Carbon Steel, Stainless Steel, and Nickel Alloy pressure vessels built to ASME, API, TEMA, and UL specifications. They are seeking a strategic Quality Control Manager to spearhead quality assurance programs within a high-volume metal manufacturing environment. This leadership role is responsible for ensuring rigorous compliance with international regulatory standards and client specifications, collaborating with Engineering and Production teams to drive a culture of continuous improvement.

Tasks & Responsibilities Project Documentation & ITPs:

Develop and interpret detailed Inspection Test Plans (ITP) and comprehensive project data packages to ensure seamless coordination with customer inspectors and adherence to contract specifications. Quality Governance:

Develop and optimize comprehensive QC standards and protocols aligned with engineering specifications and regulatory mandates. Regulatory Compliance:

Manage the integrity of quality documentation, manuals, and filing systems to ensure audit-readiness at all times. Technical Inspection:

Execute precision inspections of raw materials and verify fabrication accuracy against complex engineering schematics. Weld Integrity:

Perform visual and liquid penetrant weld inspections; maintain meticulous traceability records, weld maps, and shop travelers. Certification Oversight:

Administer welder qualification testing and maintain up-to-date performance records. Audit Leadership:

Coordinate and lead Authorized Inspector (A.I.) audits and National Board reviews, ensuring zero-defect reporting. Testing & Validation:

Supervise hydrostatic testing and conduct final quality validation of finished products prior to global shipment. Supply Chain Quality:

Conduct comprehensive quality audits of vendors and subcontractors to ensure material and service consistency. Continuous Improvement:

Identify systemic quality variances and implement Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and Corrective Actions (CAPA). Mentorship:

Provide technical training and QC guidance to fabrication and welding teams to elevate shop-floor performance. Competencies Certifications:

Active AWS CWI required; additional API or NACE certifications highly preferred. Technical Expertise:

Mastery of ASME (Sections I, VIII, IX), API, and AWS codes and regulatory frameworks. Skills:

Proficiency in reading complex blueprints, interpreting NDT results, and managing multi-stage fabrication workflows. Education & Experience: A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field, or 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in heavy metal fabrication quality control.