QA Manager

## QA Manager
** Clinton,TN37717
** Posted: 09/30/2026

Job Number: 2115##

Job Description
** Job Description/Tasks/Responsibilities
*** Is responsible for the design and implementation of policies and procedures to ensure quality requirements are met. Ensures adequate quality assurance (QA) support is provided to assigned sites/divisions/business units/projects. Is responsible for the effective development and implementation of QA programs/program elements to ensure all products and services meet organizational standards and customer requirements.
* Provides effective oversight of business group/project/discipline QA Program and QA Program elements to ensure high quality products and services for customers.
* Manages staff selection, development and retention. Establishes and monitors work goals and objectives. Evaluates employees through performance reviews, ongoing coaching and feedback methods.
* Provides direction, guidance and training to QA staff and quality control (QC) staff on QA/QC matters.
* Follows organizational policies and procedures and ensures staff is in compliance.
* Develops performance standards and objectives and measures progress toward these goals.
* Provides QA support—including planning, scheduling and performance—for QA activities.
* Prepares QA plans and leads QA implementation efforts at client locations.
* Reviews customer contracts issued to identify QA requirements that must be met.
* Evaluates, recommends and develops policies and procedures to ensure awareness of, and compliance with, QA requirements.
* Stays informed of changes made to applicable codes, standards and regulations.
* Assists in preparing responses and corrective action plans and verifying implementation of corrective actions.
* Relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
* Assists with significant nonconformance and condition reports.
* Serves as the lead auditor on complex nuclear QA audits.
* Promotes communication to enhance and encourage employee awareness of QA requirements.
* Serves as the primary interface with external QA audit/inspection personnel.
* Develops and implements a surveillance program.
* Supports the maintenance of the document control and records management system.
* Performs other duties as assigned.
** Job Requirements/Skills
*** Strong verbal and written communication skills
* Strong problem-solving skills
* Detailed knowledge of applicable quality-related codes, standards and regulatory requirements
* Detailed understanding of how to prescribe, apply and assess compliance with applicable codes, standards and regulations
* Proven ability to manage and/or monitor the QA activities associated with a discipline or project on a daily basis
* Strong knowledge of QA systems (i.e., corrective actions and supplier qualifications)
* Intermediate knowledge of the development of QA program/procedural documents
* Proven ability to manage and/or monitor the QA activities associated with a specific area/location
** Physical/Mental Requirements and Working Conditions
*** Ability to carry up to 20 pounds; handle and reach below shoulder
* Ability to use hands to accomplish tasks as assigned
* Ability to sit, stand, walk, climb and bend/stoop
* Ability to effectively communicate; speaking, reading, understanding, writing and hearing clear English; pass audiogram in hearing conservation program as required by location
* Basic math and computer skills; ability to read blueprints
* Basic hand/eye coordination and depth perception
* Ability to work inside an office and outside
* Ability to work alone, work with others, and interact with the public
* Ability to drive a vehicle, travel overnight and perform under deadline pressure|  |  || --- | --- ||
** Minimum Education, Experience and Certification Requirements** | ||
*** Education**
* * Bachelor's degree required in a technical field or a minimum of 10 years of experience in the QA field |
*** Certifications**
* * Certification as a lead auditor per NQA-1 preferred
* Certification as a certified quality manager preferred
* Certifiation as an AWS CWI or SNT-TC-1A VT Level II preferred
* Certification as ASNT ACCP MT Level II or SNT-TC-1A MT Level II preferred ||
*** Required Experience**
* * A minimum of 10 years of experience in nuclear, engineering or manufacturing QA
* Considerable experience with NQA-1 or 10 CFR 830.122 |
*** Preferred Experience**
* * Commercial nuclear power plant or U.S. Department of Energy site experience |  
* Energy Solutions is an
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