Fabrication Quality Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Fabrication Quality Manager

Job Description

The Fabrication Quality Manager leads and oversees all quality control activities within a custom fabrication and manufacturing environment. This role ensures that products consistently meet applicable industry codes, customer specifications, and internal quality standards while driving continuous improvement initiatives across the organization. The position manages inspection functions, maintains and enhances quality systems, coordinates customer and third-party inspections, develops welding and quality procedures, and provides leadership to a team of quality professionals. Acting as a key liaison between production, engineering, customers, and inspectors, the Fabrication Quality Manager safeguards product quality and regulatory compliance throughout the fabrication and manufacturing process.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain the companys quality control program for custom fabrication and manufacturing operations.
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes, customer drawings, and specifications throughout all stages of production.
• Develop, review, and maintain welding procedures (WPS/PQR) and quality control measures to support consistent, compliant fabrication.
• Coordinate inspections with customers, Authorized Inspectors, and regulatory agencies to verify product conformity and code compliance.
• Maintain welder qualification records and certifications, ensuring qualifications are current and properly documented.
• Witness hydrostatic testing and verify adherence to established procedures and safety requirements.
• Review blueprints, engineering drawings, test reports, and specifications to confirm alignment with quality and code requirements.
• Evaluate radiographic (X-ray) testing and other nondestructive testing (NDT) results to determine product acceptability.
• Compile manufacturing data reports and complete turnover packages, including quality documentation and data packages.
• Investigate quality concerns, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) to prevent recurrence.
• Analyze statistical quality metrics and use data to identify trends, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and enhance quality performance.
• Lead, mentor, and develop Quality Control personnel, providing supervisory leadership, coaching, and ongoing training.
• Interface with customers, engineers, inspectors, and management regarding quality matters, providing clear communication and technical guidance.
• Oversee dimensional inspection activities and ensure accurate measurement and verification of fabricated components.
• Audit manufacturing processes to confirm adherence to quality management systems and internal procedures.
• Support lean manufacturing and continuous improvement efforts related to quality, efficiency, and defect reduction.
• Assist with pressure vessel manufacturing and repair activities, including code-stamped and R-stamp work, to ensure compliance with applicable standards.
• Develop and deliver quality training to production and quality staff, promoting best practices and consistent application of procedures.
• Participate in customer complaint resolution by analyzing issues, recommending solutions, and implementing improvements.

Essential Skills

• Minimum 5 years of experience in fabrication, welding, pressure vessel, or heavy manufacturing quality environments.
• Strong knowledge of applicable codes and quality standards used in fabrication and pressure vessel manufacturing.
• Proficiency in reviewing engineering drawings, blueprints, and specifications for quality and code compliance.
• Solid understanding of welding processes including GTAW, SMAW, FCAW, and related technologies.
• Experience with dimensional inspection, measurement techniques, and verification of fabricated components.
• Hands-on experience with quality documentation, data packages, and manufacturing turnover reports.
• Demonstrated leadership experience supervising and developing quality personnel.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for interacting with customers, inspectors, engineers, and internal teams.
• Ability to perform root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Familiarity with quality management systems and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Capability to coordinate and oversee inspection and testing activities, including hydrostatic tests and NDT evaluations.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) credential.
• Nondestructive Evaluation Level II Certification in relevant methods.
• metallurgy and nondestructive testing techniques.
• Experience with pressure vessels and code-stamped equipment, including repair work (R-stamp).
• Technical degree or equivalent industry experience in a related field such as welding, manufacturing, or engineering.
• Experience working directly with Authorized Inspectors and regulatory agencies.
• Knowledge of Quality Management Systems and their application in manufacturing environments.
• Expertise in developing and maintaining welding procedures (WPS/PQR).
• Skill in blueprint and specification review for complex fabrication projects.
• Experience in pressure vessel manufacturing and repair practices.
• Proficiency in various nondestructive testing (NDT) methods and interpretation of results.
• Ability to oversee inspection and testing activities and ensure proper documentation.
• Experience managing weld qualification records and certification programs.
• Knowledge of fabrication and machining quality control practices.
• Understanding of metallurgy and its impact on welding and fabrication quality.
• Ability to operate forklifts and cranes safely within a fabrication environment, if required.
• Experience with statistical analysis and quality metrics to monitor and improve performance.
• Participation in continuous improvement initiatives and lean manufacturing principles.
• Experience conducting manufacturing process audits to verify compliance with procedures and standards.
• Skill in developing and delivering quality training programs.
• Experience in customer complaint resolution and quality-related issue management.
• Familiarity with test procedures and code compliance requirements related to fabrication and pressure vessels.

Why Work Here?

You will join a fabrication environment that values quality, technical excellence, and continuous improvement. The organization promotes collaboration between engineering, production, and quality teams, giving you the opportunity to influence processes and drive meaningful change. You will work with advanced welding and inspection technologies, contribute to complex, high-impact projects, and have the chance to develop your leadership skills by guiding a dedicated quality team. The culture emphasizes safety, professional growth, and open communication, providing a supportive setting where your expertise in quality and fabrication can thrive.

Work Environment

This role is based in a fabrication shop located in Benicia, operating within a heavy manufacturing and custom fabrication setting. You will work closely with production, welding, and inspection teams on the shop floor, where welding, machining, pressure vessel fabrication, and testing activities are regularly performed. The environment involves the use of equipment such as forklifts, cranes, welding machines, and NDT tools, as well as hydrostatic test setups and dimensional inspection instruments. Work typically requires adherence to established safety procedures and the use of appropriate personal protective equipment suitable for an industrial fabrication shop.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Benicia, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $140000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Benefits (To Be Confirmed with Client) 401(k) Retirement Plan / Profit Sharing Program Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (client confirmation recommended) Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays (client confirmation recommended) Career Development and Certification Support (AWS CWI, NDT, ASME-related training opportunities based on role requirements)

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Benicia, CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 28, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Benicia,CA.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.