What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Control position at Oliver Fire Protection & Security?
We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented
Quality Control / Quality Assurance (QA/QC) Manager
to oversee and enhance our quality management processes across design, fabrication, and delivery operations. The successful candidate will play a critical role in ensuring compliance with quality standards, reducing errors, and improving efficiency through data-driven decision making.
This position offers the opportunity to make a measurable impact on operational performance while collaborating closely with leadership, design teams, shop personnel, and logistics.
Key Responsibilities
Quality Oversight
- Ensure that stock lists, fabrication outputs, and deliveries meet established quality standards.
- Develop, maintain, and enforce QA/QC frameworks, procedures, and testing protocols.
- Conduct regular inspections and implement corrective actions as needed.
Data Analysis and Reporting
- Analyze error and rework data to identify trends and root causes.
- Calculate true cost impacts of errors and provide detailed financial reporting.
- Present insights to leadership through clear reports, dashboards, and visualizations.
Process Improvement
- Identify and address process inefficiencies in design, fabrication, and delivery.
- Implement strategies that improve accuracy, reduce rework, and optimize operations.
- Lead cross-functional initiatives to enhance quality standards and accountability.
Collaboration and Leadership
- Attend weekly design and fabrication meetings.
- Lead weekly QA/QC team meetings to review issues and drive solutions.
- Provide ongoing feedback to teams to eliminate recurring errors and reinforce compliance.
Qualifications
- Associate's degree in Quality Management, Engineering, or a related field (preferred) or equivalent practical experience.
- Proven experience in quality assurance/control within fabrication, manufacturing, or construction environments.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Proficiency in data analysis, reporting, and visualization tools (e.g., Excel, dashboards).
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.
- Familiarity with fabrication shop processes, pipe systems, fittings, valves, and devices.
- Knowledge of fire sprinkler systems is preferred, but not required.
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation package commensurate with experience.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits.
- Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
- A collaborative environment where your expertise will directly influence operational success.
Oliver Fire Protection offers a competitive compensation package commensurate with experience, and Comprehensive Benefits Package including Medical, Dental, Life, LTD, and Profit-sharing program.