Product Quality Manager

Product Quality Manager Job family: QHSE Management Business area: Andritz Group Contract location: Alpharetta, GA, US Location type: Office Location / Office-based Contract type: Permanent ANDRITZ continues to deliver successful innovative solutions to our customers globally. We are at the forefront of future engineering technologies, with solutions that ensure the success of our clients in key industries shaping the future of the world we live in. ANDRITZ Inc. is the world’s leading pulp & paper industry supplier with the broadest technology portfolio and more than 2,000 specialists in 40 countries. For more than 150 years, we have been a driving force in the evolution of solutions and services for industries ranging from pulp & paper, food, chemical, and mining & minerals. As the OEM for many of the world’s leading brands, we have the solutions and services to transform our customers' business to meet tomorrow’s changing demands – wherever they are and whatever the challenge. Position Summary ANDRITZ is seeking a seasoned Quality professional with significant experience in Quality Assurance and Quality Control for project-based engineered equipment. The ideal candidate will bring deep welding knowledge, strong familiarity with industry codes (AWS, ASME), and hands‑on expertise supporting fabrication for pulp & paper, chemical, power, and related industrial applications. Welding experience is the #1 qualification for this position. Candidates must meet this requirement to proceed. Top Priority Qualifications (Must-Have) Extensive welding experience supporting industrial fabrication and equipment manufacturing. Working knowledge of AWS Codes (especially AWS D1.1, D1.6) — required. Knowledge of metals including carbon steel, stainless, duplex, and alloy materials; welding of structural and pressure‑part fabrication — required. Working knowledge of ASME Codes (especially ASME Section V, IX) — desired. CWI Certification and ASNT SNT-TC-1A Level II in any NDE method — preferred. Lead and manage all Quality Assurance activities for assigned engineered equipment projects. Develop Quality Monitoring Plans for large, multi‑fabrication projects. Create and implement Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs) for equipment and supplier deliverables. Audit, evaluate, and qualify global suppliers—including Asia and Europe. Provide technical support to engineering and project management regarding quality requirements. Communicate quality expectations across internal departments and with customers. Implement controls to ensure quality compliance across all equipment and components. Coordinate inspections of structural, mechanical, welded, and machined parts. Manage third‑party inspectors and cross‑division ANDRITZ inspection resources. Review supplier quality programs, documentation, NCRs, and provide stakeholder feedback. Support root cause analysis, corrective action processes, and supplier improvement initiatives. Education & Experience Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Materials, or Industrial Engineering (Master’s is a plus). Minimum 5 years of experience in Quality or Project Management in pulp & paper, power, metals, chemical, or process industries, or within a large fabrication environment. Strong working knowledge of machining, surface preparation, and mechanical testing. Ability to perform dimensional inspections and verify compliance during multiple fabrication stages. Experience with supplier auditing — preferred. Experience with failure analysis and RCA — preferred. Knowledge of pulp & paper equipment — preferred. Ability to travel internationally (Asia and Europe). This role requires daily cross‑functional interaction with vendors, Sales, Engineering, Production, Quality Control, and Materials. Overnight travel by air or ground is required. None. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability. #J-18808-Ljbffr