Quality Control Manager at Adena Corporation – Mansfield, Ohio

Quality Control Manager

Qualified applicants can apply online at adenacorporation.com/careers or by emailing hr@adenacorporation.com

Drug Free Workplace

Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Quality Control Manager

Summary:

The Quality Control Manager is responsible for overseeing all quality control activities that support construction operations from an office-based environment. This role manages and improves quality processes across multiple construction disciplines, ensuring that all project deliverables meet contract specifications, industry standards, regulatory requirements, and internal quality expectations. Core responsibilities include reviewing and maintaining project documentation, coordinating with field and office personnel, supporting inspection and testing workflows, tracking non-conformances, and ensuring accurate recordkeeping for all QC activities. The manager serves as the central point of oversight for company-wide quality systems, driving consistency, compliance, and effective communication across all construction teams.

Primary Responsibilities:

1. Oversee daily quality control activities within the fabrication shop from an office setting.
2. Review blueprints, drawings, job packages, and specifications to ensure production aligns with project requirements.
3. Monitor quality performance by reviewing inspection reports, non-conformance logs, rework summaries, and production data.
4. Maintain and update the quality database, ensuring accurate documentation of inspections, rework, waste, and corrective actions.
5. Coordinate with shop supervisors and leads to address defects, deviations, or required repairs.
6. Analyze quality data to identify trends, recurring issues, and opportunities for process improvement.
7. Investigate causes of product defects and rework, and assist in developing corrective and preventive actions.
8. Ensure inspection tools and equipment are properly calibrated, documented, and maintained.
9. Communicate customer specifications, code requirements, and quality expectations to shop personnel.
10. Support internal audits and compliance reviews related to quality standards and procedures.
11. Collaborate with production, engineering, and management teams to maintain consistent quality throughout the fabrication process.
12. Uphold and promote company safety policies to support a safe working environment.
13. Perform additional office-based quality management duties as assigned.

Quality Control Manager

Desired Qualifications & Skills:

1. High School Diploma or GED equivalent
2. Must hold an active AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification
3. Physically capable of handling heavy materials, tools, and machines
4. Must obtain the necessary training and certification prior to operating any equipment
5. Good hand-eye coordination
6. Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
7. Ability to work in a team environment
8. Ability to work independently with little direction when applicable
9. Ability to meet attendance schedule with dependability and consistency
10. Must have a good work ethic and the ability to understand and carry out written and verbal instructions
11. Ability to use equipment and tools in a safe and efficient manner
12. Ability to read drawings
13. Ability to accurately read a tape measure
14. Possible shift flexibility as work dictates

Equal Opportunity Employer