Quality Control Manager

American Crane & Equipm•Amity Township, PA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

American Crane & Equipment Corporation (ACECO) is seeking a Quality Control Manager to lead and oversee all Quality Control activities across crane manufacturing, fabrication, and project execution. This role carries full functional responsibility for Quality Control, including weld inspection, NDE coordination, documentation control, and compliance with customer, regulatory, and code requirements. This is a senior, hands-on role ideal for a quality professional with deep experience in welding inspection, NDE, and regulated manufacturing environments, including nuclear or safety-related work.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required
10+ years of Quality Control experience in manufacturing, structural fabrication, heavy equipment, or similar industries
Strong background in welding inspection and coordination of NDE activities
Experience managing inspection documentation and quality records
Proven ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and codes
Experience managing multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment
Authorization to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship
Ability to verify identity and employment authorization (Form I-9)
Eligibility to access information or technology governed by U.S. export control laws (including 10 C.F.R. Part 810, EAR, and/or ITAR), where applicable
Willingness to undergo a background check in accordance with applicable laws
Willingness to undergo a pre-employment drug screen and randomized drug testing during employment
Ability to meet the posted work schedule and maintain reliable attendance
Willingness to follow all company safety policies and procedures
Willingness to wear required PPE in shop and manufacturing environments
Willingness to complete required safety, compliance, and role-specific training
Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation
Ability to maintain professional conduct aligned with company values and expectations

Nice To Haves

Technical degree or formal training in welding, inspection, or quality preferred
AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)
Ultrasonic Testing (UT) certification
Experience supporting nuclear industry projects and quality programs
Familiarity with ASME, AWS, and nuclear quality requirements (including NQA-1)
Experience supporting customer audits and regulatory inspections
Prior experience in crane manufacturing, heavy lifting equipment, or large structural assemblies
Strong leadership, decision-making, and accountability
Excellent organizational, communication, and documentation skills
Professional, confident presence with customers, inspectors, and auditors
High attention to detail with a practical, execution-focused mindset
Alignment with ACECO’s values: Work Hard, Have Fun, and Do the Right Thing

Responsibilities

Lead and manage all Quality Control activities supporting shop and applicable field operations
Establish, implement, and maintain inspection plans, QC procedures, and quality processes
Coordinate quality activities across multiple projects, departments, and schedules
Serve as the primary Quality Control authority for customers, third-party inspectors, and auditors
Provide direction, mentorship, and technical guidance to Quality Control personnel
Manage weld inspection and NDE programs, including planning, scheduling, execution, and documentation
Ensure inspections comply with applicable AWS, ASME, customer, and regulatory requirements
Coordinate UT, MT, PT, and VT activities performed in-house or by qualified subcontractors
Review, approve, and release inspection reports, NDE results, and quality documentation
Verify inspector qualifications, certifications, and continuity
Support projects with nuclear or safety-related quality requirements
Ensure compliance with applicable nuclear customer requirements and standards, including NQA-1 where applicable
Oversee inspections, testing, and documentation supporting nuclear-quality work
Maintain complete, accurate, and traceable quality records suitable for audits and turnover packages
Ensure all inspections and quality activities are properly documented and retained
Support and participate in internal, customer, and regulatory audits
Address audit findings, corrective actions, and follow-up activities
Lead root cause analysis, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives