What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Assurance Compliance Manager position at Summit Steel Fabricators, Inc.?
Summit Steel Fabricators, Inc. is seeking an experienced Quality Assurance & Compliance Manager to lead and maintain our quality management systems, certifications, and compliance programs.
We are a growing structural steel fabrication company looking for a highly organized and detail-oriented professional who can take ownership of our quality systems and ensure continued compliance with industry standards, customer requirements, and third-party certifications.
Responsibilities:
- Maintain and continuously improve our International Organization for Standardization ISO 9001 Quality Management System
- Manage and maintain American Institute of Steel Construction AISC Certification compliance requirements
- Lead internal audits, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives
- Prepare company for external audits, customer audits, and annual certification renewals
- Manage quality documentation, procedures, work instructions, and records
- Oversee welding documentation including WPS, PQR, and Welder Qualifications (WPQ)
- Ensure compliance with customer specifications and applicable welding codes such as AWS and AISC standards
- Coordinate with production, welding, engineering, and management teams to maintain quality standards
- Track NCRs, CAPAs, supplier evaluations, and inspection documentation
- Assist in development and implementation of process improvements across manufacturing operations
Qualifications:
- 5 years experience in quality management within steel fabrication, manufacturing, or welding industries
- Strong understanding of International Organization for Standardization ISO 9001
- Experience working with American Institute of Steel Construction AISC Certification requirements
- Familiarity with AWS welding codes, WPS/PQR/WPQ documentation
- Experience leading audits and corrective action programs
- Strong organizational and documentation skills
- Welding inspection certifications such as CWI preferred
Preferred Experience:
- Structural steel fabrication industry
- Customer audit management
- Quality manuals and procedure development
- Manufacturing process improvement
- Welding compliance and certification programs