Quality Manager
- Compensation
- $115K–$130K / yr
- Location
- Richmond, VA (CWC - Manufacturing)
- Work setup
- Not specified
- Seniority
- Not specified
- Employment
- Contract
- Experience
- 7+ years
- Category
- Industrial engineering
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- 7+ years of quality management experience within manufacturing, construction, fabrication, or prefabrication environments.
- Experience developing and implementing Quality Management Systems (QMS).
- Experience leading quality teams and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
- Strong understanding of Statistical Process Control (SPC).
- Experience conducting root cause investigations and implementing corrective actions.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Nice to have
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Manufacturing, or a related technical field (or equivalent experience).
- Experience supporting: Sheet metal fabrication Mechanical pipe fabrication Pipe welding Modular or off-site construction
- Knowledge of: ISO 9001 Lean Manufacturing Six Sigma SPC Minitab Microsoft Excel Power BI
- Experience using inspection equipment including gauges, CMMs, visual inspection tools, and non-destructive testing (NDT).
Full description
Quality Manager – Construction PrefabricationLocation: Richmond, VA
Department: Manufacturing
Reports To: Director of Manufacturing
Classification: Exempt
Salary:$115,000–$130,000 annually, based on experience
Build Quality. Drive Excellence. Lead the Future of Prefabrication.
At ColonialWebb, our Manufacturing team plays a critical role in delivering high-quality prefabricated mechanical systems that support complex commercial and industrial construction projects. We're seeking an experienced Quality Manager to lead quality initiatives across our sheet metal fabrication, mechanical piping, and assembly operations.
This is an opportunity to build and lead a world-class quality program from the ground up. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader with experience developing Quality Management Systems (QMS), implementing Statistical Process Control (SPC), leading quality teams, and driving continuous improvement throughout manufacturing operations.
If you're passionate about operational excellence, Lean Manufacturing, and creating a culture where quality is everyone's responsibility, we'd love to hear from you.
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary:$115,000–$130,000 annually, based on qualifications and experience
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
- Company-paid Life Insurance
- Professional Development & Career Growth Opportunities
- Collaborative, team-oriented work environment
What You'll Do
As the Quality Manager, you will:
- Develop, implement, and maintain a comprehensive Quality Management System (QMS) for our prefabrication operations.
- Create quality procedures, inspection plans, and work instructions for sheet metal fabrication, mechanical piping, welding, and assembly.
- Establish process audit routines to ensure compliance and continuous improvement.
- Define and monitor key quality metrics including first-pass yield, defect rates, rework, process capability, and overall production quality.
- Develop and implement Statistical Process Control (SPC) systems to monitor manufacturing performance and identify opportunities for improvement.
- Analyze quality data and implement corrective and preventive actions.
- Build, mentor, and lead a team of Quality Inspectors.
- Train production personnel on quality standards, inspection procedures, and continuous improvement practices.