Quality Manager

Brief Description At Sabre Industries, we connect and power America’s communities with world‑class utility and telecom solutions. We reliably build a better world together; one customer, one team, and one community at a time. Our teams live out the organization’s core values of integrity, commitment, innovation, and connection. That’s how we continuously exceed our high standards of enterprise excellence—by creating a space for our engaged employees to thrive. With consistent hiring opportunities nationwide and countless career levels, chances are the next big step on your career path starts here. We work with our employees to create customized career paths and development in all facets of the organization. People will always be our greatest asset, and we place emphasis on enhancing the lives of our employees. Scope Of Responsibility The Quality Control Manager for the facility will be responsible for guiding the Site Quality Control Department towards growth into operational excellence by cultivating the Quality Control staff, adding to existing staff as needed, establishing and maintaining a gainful partnership with production while level‑setting a level of expectations of Acceptable Quality by encouraging responsibility/accountability, and monitoring and reporting on the ongoing COPQ throughout the year. In short, the Site Quality Control Manager will lead by example based on experience. Essential Duties Develop and maintain systems to establish standards related to Quality Control activities and products, and measure performance against established standards. Plan and direct activities concerned with development, application, and maintenance of quality standards for industrial processes, materials, and products. Analyze and write test procedures; maintain documentation of results; and consult with Department Directors and other personnel in resolution of problems. Direct employees engaged in measuring and testing product and tabulating data concerning materials, product or process quality and reliability. Plan and organize daily activities of the QC Inspectors plant wide on all shifts, and assure the tests are performed in accordance with the Company’s and Customer’s standards and specifications. Effectively communicate and resolve issues arising out of the production processes, as related to quality, across all levels of the organization. Maintain all project related inspection documentation and monitor adherence to standards and actively check for accuracy of data received or generated before passing it on. Ensure that the Sabre Industries Quality Manual for both Utility & Wireless product is properly written and maintained. Maintain the NCR database which contains information for the facility. Lead the effort in providing timely, accurate, and effective Root Cause Analysis, Corrective, and Preventive measures. Audit and report the effectiveness of preventive measures to management. Work closely with production, scheduling, project management, and quality management to routinely generate SRM (Supplier Relationship Management) reports for customer and management review. Maintain AISC accreditation, prepare, plan and host annual AISC Audits. Plan, perform, and host internal and customer driven facility audits as required. Hire, train, develop, and appraise staff effectively. Compile and write training material and conduct training sessions on quality control activities. Ensure that the Company and Employees maintain appropriate certifications. Promote and act upon employees’ ideas for improvements in areas of quality, safety and work environment. Coordinate special quality projects/studies. Other duties as directed by management. Regular and on‑time attendance. Work in your shift as scheduled. Getting along with coworkers. Position Requirements Education: Bachelor’s Degree preferred, and a minimum of 4 years of successful quality management in steel fabrication. Experience: Current or previous certification as an AWS Certified Weld Inspector (CWI). Current or previous ASNT SNT‑TC‑1A for Level II Certification in Ultrasonic and Magnetic Particle inspection methods and be familiar with non‑destructive testing methods. ISO or AISC Audit or certification experience. Prior experience in the Tower and Pole industry highly preferred. Skills & Abilities Strong Utility/Wireless steel industry experience Knowledge of the American Welding Society AWS D1.1 Structural Welding Code – Steel Strong analytical skills Strong communication and interpersonal skills Strong organizational skills and problem‑solving ability Ability to work with and lead others effectively as well as work independently on specific projects Strong general office tools skills, i.e. MS Outlook, MS Word, MS Excel and EPICOR preferred Sensitivity to the nuances of cultural differences and the ability to help others with those differences. Ability to plan, organize, and co‑ordinate resources to ensure projects are completed in an efficient manner Ability to effectively manage and prioritize competing priorities Physical Requirements Ability to stand, walk, and/or sit for extended periods of time. Ability to use hands and fingers to manipulate tools or equipment. Ability to climb ladders and work at heights. Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds. Ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions, including extreme heat and cold. Benefits At Sabre Industries, we invest in your future with a competitive benefits program. As a full‑time employee, you are eligible for: Medical, Dental & Vision coverage 401(k) with Company Match Continuing Education & Tuition Reimbursement Life and Disability Coverage Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays Health and Wellness Resources Employee Discounts Overtime & Per Diem Opportunities Sabre Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer: M/F/Vets/Disabled/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity #J-18808-Ljbffr Sabre Industries Inc