Bridge Fabrication QC Manager

 Job Title: Bridge Fabrication Quality Control Manager

 Steward Machine Company , a multi-generation family-owned business having enjoyed a successful history of over 100 years. The Company possesses extensive lifting capacity and some of the largest CNC machinery in the world housed in more than 290,000 square feet of manufacturing space. They offer complete turnkey responsibilities by detailing shop drawings, fabricating, welding, stress relieving, machining, gear cutting and assembly in-house. 

Steward Machine Co. is certified by AISC to the highest standard for fracture critical endorsement. All Steward Machine work follow a culture that align with 5 guiding principles (Relentless Work Ethic, “Can Do Attitude”, Excellence, Passion, and Adaptability). We have supplied equipment to some of the most demanding owners in the world. Our “can do” attitude gets the job done right the first time. We have a proven track for on-time deliveries.

Job Summary:
We are looking for an experienced Fabrication Quality Control Manager with expertise in AWS D1.5 code, hydraulic steel structures, and structural steel for bridges. This role involves overseeing quality assurance for large-scale fabrication projects, including hydraulic steel structures for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) and structural steel components for bridge construction. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in welding inspection, fabrication standards, and ensuring compliance with stringent quality and safety regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Spearhead the development and implementation of cutting-edge quality control processes for the fabrication of hydraulic steel structures and structural steel for bridges, ensuring strict adherence to AWS D1.5 code and critical project specifications.
• Drive rigorous inspection and testing protocols to guarantee all welds, materials, and structures not only meet but exceed stringent quality standards and client requirements, contributing directly to project success.
• Champion unwavering compliance with USACE and Department of Transportation (DOT) specifications for hydraulic structures and bridge components, mitigating risks and upholding the highest levels of structural integrity.
• Proactively collaborate with project engineers, welders, and fabricators to swiftly identify, analyze, and resolve complex quality issues, implementing robust corrective actions that drive continuous improvement.
• Innovate and optimize quality control documentation, including comprehensive inspection reports and non-conformance records, ensuring meticulous data integrity and actionable insights for future projects.
• Cultivate and mentor a high-performing team of quality control personnel, providing expert training and strategic guidance on AWS D1.5 code and advanced quality standards to foster professional growth and excellence.

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated mastery in fabrication quality control, specifically within hydraulic steel structures and structural steel for bridges, driving superior project outcomes.
• Profound understanding and application of AWS D1.5 code and critical quality standards for USACE and DOT bridge projects, ensuring compliance and excellence.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and strategic problem-solving skills, capable of guiding teams and resolving complex challenges effectively.
• Proven ability to meticulously read and interpret complex engineering drawings and specifications, translating technical details into actionable quality plans.
• Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) or equivalent advanced certification highly preferred, underscoring a commitment to professional excellence and industry best practices.
• Valuable experience with Radiographic Testing of welds, demonstrating an advanced capability in non-destructive examination techniques.

Not all aspects of the job are covered by the description – may require other duties as assigned.

Job may change over time in accordance with business needs.

Job description does not guarantee employment.

Working Conditions

  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, high or precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, outside weather conditions, extreme heat or cold, wet and/or humid conditions, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, and talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, bend, crouch or crawl, and smell. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Affirmative Action /EEO Statement

  Steward Machine Company is a Federal VEVRAA contractor, and an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices. Steward Machine Company will not discriminate against any applicant for employment because of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran or service member status, marital status, citizenship status (In IL - sex, including same sex, ancestry, order of protection status, physical or mental disability, military status, pregnancy, unfavorable discharge status, genetic information), (In IA - gender identity), (In CA - gender identity or expression, and genetic information) or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.

   Limitation and Disclaimer

  The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws. Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Steward Machine Company is an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. It is the Company's policy to provide equal opportunity for all qualified persons and to prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, or any other legally protected status. We maintain a drug-free workplace and reserve the right to perform substance abuse testing as needed.