Quality Assurance Manager

Description

Job Description

Position Title: Quality Assurance Manager

Position Type: Salaried Exempt

Location (Facility): Atlanta Manufacturing

Reports to: Global QA & Compliance Manager- Fabrication

• Prefabrication
  
  

Responsibilities:

• Develop, maintain, and ensure appropriate execution of Victaulic Atlanta Manufacturing’s Quality Management System (QMS), quality control plans, programs, and policies.
• Maintain all necessary records and procedures in accordance with ISO 9001 standards and company policy.
• Maintain material test reports (MTR), various certificates of conformance (COC) and customer required testing, certification & documentation.
• Maintain the instrument testing and calibration program for all measuring equipment as per ISO 9001 standards and company requirements.
• Provide oversight to the Supplier Management Program.
• Assist purchasing in the qualification/management of new/existing suppliers and lead the resolution of supplier quality issue.
• Assist with quality reviews of all major and/or critical suppliers.
• Facilitate audits of supplier manufacturing and quality systems, as necessary.
• Oversee the inspection of incoming material receipt.
• Maintain incoming material and outside services (OP) inspection program.
• Provide production quality support.
• Manage all product quality assurance programs and sign-off on all product releases (internal and external).
• Develop and assist with method sheets which documents manufacturing procedures and establish process controls.
• Perform in-process inspections including dimensional verification, weld inspections and coating inspections; perform non-destructive testing (NDT) when required; maintain records of inspections and results.
• Oversee all product testing, audit, and inspection.
• Coordinate all off-site testing (weld procedures, welder qualification, customer required testing, NDT, etc.) as required.
• Oversee all ISIR (initial sample inspection report) requirements and submission as per company policy.
• Manage and lead assigned personnel supporting QA activities
• Lead in developing and improving personnel job competencies within organization by conducting various events and systemic approaches.
• Maintain customer product certification and inspection activities in addition to championing all planning, completion of non-destructive testing (NDT), product inspection and releases including documentations.
• Interact directly with all customer representatives as directed by facility leadership.
• Assist with the training and certification of QA personnel and facility welders.
• Communicate and interact with shift supervisors, operations manager, and cross functional teams regarding quality related issues.
• Actively initiate, participate, and contribute towards overall organizational goals, strategic improvements by collaborating, engaging with team mates on site as well as within broader organization.
• Conduct other job specific responsibilities as directed by Global QA Manager.
  
  

Qualifications (education, experience, skills, personal attributes):

• Technical college degree or equivalent work experience in a manufacturing/metal fabrication environment.
• Working knowledge of a manufacturing quality management system is necessary.
• Having firsthand working knowledge of arc welding processes and fabrications for carbon, stainless and alloy metals.
• Good computer skills and experience in Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office Suite is required.
• Knowledgeable in both liquid and powder type coatings.
• Familiarity with ASTM specifications, AWWA standards and AWS/ASME welding codes.
• Preferred to have all the following credentials:
• CWI (Certified Welding Inspector) accreditation (AWS/ASME)
• CQE (Certified Quality Engineer) certification (ASQ) or equivalent
• Lean Manufacturing methodology certification/experience, ASQ SS certifications
• Able to perform or learn to perform NDT evaluations: dye-penetrant, magnetic particle, dry film thickness and others that may be required by the project contract/specifications.
• Excellent communication (written, verbal) skills.
• Good people skills and firsthand problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to work independently and efficiently. Initiative-taking, meticulous and go getter approach to opportunities are key traits to be successful in this position with significant manufacturing floor engagement.
• As part of leadership traits “Team building and development” skills is a MUST for this role.
  
  

When you join Victaulic, you do not simply advance your career. You become part of a family of talented individuals who are dedicated to innovation and progress.

Victaulic offers a wide variety of benefits to full time employees, which includes: medical/Rx/dental/vision insurance, PTO, company paid holidays, company paid short-term disability, company paid long-term disability, educational reimbursement, adoption assistance, company paid EAP, 401k with company match and company paid life insurance.

EEO Statement: Victaulic is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EOE/M/F/Vets/Disabled) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, gender, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic data, or other legally protected status.

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