Quality Assurance Manager

Ascendo Resources is partnering with an industry leader to identify an experienced Quality Assurance Manager to join their growing team. This is a highly visible leadership opportunity responsible for driving quality initiatives, leading audit readiness, and ensuring compliance across manufacturing operations. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in quality systems, fabrication processes, and regulatory compliance while leading and developing a high-performing QA team.

• Lead and oversee the company's Quality Assurance program across multiple operating entities.
• Ensure compliance with ISO, NQA-1, ASME Section VIII, and customer quality requirements.
• Perform general and project-specific quality oversight to verify processes and documentation meet contractual and regulatory standards.
• Prepare for, lead, and support internal, customer, and third-party audits and inspections.
• Serve as the primary liaison with auditors, inspectors, and regulatory agencies throughout the audit process.
• Review quality documentation, inspection records, and nonconforming material reports for accuracy and completeness.
• Manage customer complaints, field issues, root cause investigations, and corrective actions through closure.
• Maintain and manage the approved supplier program.
• Lead personnel qualification and training programs, ensuring certifications, records, and compliance requirements remain current.
• Develop, maintain, and continuously improve quality policies, procedures, and systems.
• Lead and mentor a team of quality professionals while fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Quality Management, or a related field.
• 5+ years of Quality Assurance leadership experience within manufacturing, fabrication, or industrial environments.
• Strong working knowledge of ISO, NQA-1, and/or ASME Section VIII quality systems.
• Hands‑on experience with metal fabrication, pipe fabrication, machining, welding, and coating/painting processes.
• Proven experience leading audits, inspections, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Preferred:
  • ASNT SNT-TC-1A Level II Certifications (VT, PT, MT)
  • Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)

• High-impact leadership position with direct reports.
• Opportunity to influence quality strategy and operational excellence.
• Join a respected, industry-leading organization with strong growth and stability.
• Competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and long-term career advancement opportunities.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ascendo Resources is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We celebrate different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.