Quality Control Manager (API Tank Construction & Repairs) (Req #: 6547) in Baton Rouge, Louisiana at PALA Interstate, LLC

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PALA Interstate, LLC

General Description:

PALA is seeking a highly experienced Quality Control Manager to lead quality programs for the construction, repair, and alteration of aboveground storage tanks throughout the Gulf Coast region. This is an opportunity for a proven API 653 Inspector, Tank QC Supervisor, or Quality Leader who is ready to make a significant impact on project execution, customer satisfaction, and the development of the next generation of quality professionals.

What You'll Be Responsible For

1. Leading all QC activities for API tanks new construction and repairs
2. Managing weld quality, NDE, hydrotesting, dimensional control, and turnover documentation.
3. Serving as the primary quality representative to clients, inspectors, and regulatory agencies alongside Director of Quality.
4. Developing and mentoring QC Inspectors and field quality personnel.
5. Driving continuous improvement initiatives and quality performance metrics.
6. Ensuring compliance with customer specifications, industry codes, and PALA quality requirements.
7. Building a culture of accountability, ownership, and craftsmanship across every project.

What Sets Top Candidates Apart

Technical Strength

1. Extensive knowledge of API 650, API 620, and API 653.
2. Strong background in welding inspection, repair activities, and NDE oversight.
3. Experience supporting refinery, petrochemical, terminals, and tank maintenance projects.
4. Ability to review specifications, welding procedures, repair packages, and quality records with minimal oversight.

Leadership & Soft Skills

1. Proven leadership ability with a track record of building strong, high-performing teams.
2. Strong sense of ownership and accountability.
3. Excellent communication skills with craft personnel, management, and customers.
4. Ability to resolve conflict professionally and drive alignment across multiple stakeholders.
5. Decisive problem-solver who can make sound technical decisions under pressure.
6. Strong coaching and mentoring mindset.
7. Demonstrated integrity and commitment to doing the right thing, even when difficult
8. Organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
9. Customer-focused professional who can build trust and long-term relationships.
10. Self-motivated leader capable of operating independently while developing those around them.

Minimum Qualifications

1. 10+ years of industrial quality control experience.
2. 5+ years managing QC programs or personnel.
3. Storage tank construction and repair experience required.
4. Valid driver's license and ability to travel as required.
5. Ability to work in fabrication shops, refineries, terminals, and active construction environments.

PALA Group, Inc. and its Subsidiaries provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.