Quality Control Manager – ASME / Pressure Vessel Fabrication

Job summary

Lead and oversee a team of quality professionals while managing the QC system across complex pressure vessel and boiler fabrication projects. Ensure rigorous adherence to ASME codes, coordinate inspections with authorized inspectors, and maintain accurate technical documentation.

Job details

West GTA, Ontario | On-Site | Full-Time, Permanent Compensation: $140,000–$150,000 CAD + Bonus, RRSP & Benefits Lead Quality Where Code Compliance Is Non-Negotiable We're representing an established industrial fabrication organization seeking an experienced Quality Control Manager to lead quality operations across complex pressure vessel, boiler and welded piping projects serving nuclear and conventional industrial markets. This is a hands-on leadership mandate for someone who knows ASME Code inside and out, understands the realities of fabrication, and has the confidence to lead a QC team while maintaining rigorous standards in a demanding production environment. You'll have direct ownership of the quality control system, technical inspections, code compliance and final documentation, working closely with production, customers and Authorized Inspectors. What You'll Own Lead, develop and oversee a team of approximately 4–5 quality professionals. Manage the QC system and coordinate inspection activities across multiple fabrication projects. Develop and maintain Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), NDE requirements, weld maps and inspection documentation. Oversee dimensional, fit-up, visual and welding inspections, including NDE, hydrotesting and PWHT requirements. Manage welding procedure and welder qualifications, including WPS, PQR and WPQ documentation. Drive non-conformance resolution, corrective actions, internal audits and continuous improvement. Coordinate inspections, hold points and approvals with customers and TSSA Authorized Inspectors. Ensure complete, accurate and compliant final quality documentation. Work closely with production leadership to maintain quality standards without compromising operational execution. What We're Looking For Essential Qualifications Senior-level quality control experience in pressure vessel, boiler or code-governed welded fabrication. Strong working knowledge of ASME Sections I, V, VIII and IX. Experience with CSA N285.0 and N299 nuclear quality requirements. CWB Level 2 Welding Inspector certification. Demonstrated experience leading QC personnel in a fast-paced fabrication environment. Strong understanding of welding procedures, NDE methods, inspection requirements and technical documentation. Experience working directly with production teams, customers and inspectors. Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent qualifications. Authorization to work in Canada. Additional Assets Experience working with TSSA Authorized Inspectors. Nuclear fabrication or regulated manufacturing experience. Experience developing quality procedures, SOPs and work instructions. Strong technical communication and stakeholder management skills. Who Will Thrive Here? You're a quality leader who can walk onto a fabrication floor, understand what's happening technically, and make sound decisions grounded in code requirements. You know when to challenge production, how to support your inspectors and how to maintain credibility with customers and regulatory authorities. Most importantly, you're comfortable taking responsibility for quality—not simply administering a quality system. Why Consider This Opportunity? Competitive compensation Performance bonus RRSP program Health benefits and vacation Leadership responsibility across complex nuclear and non-nuclear fabrication Direct influence over quality systems, technical standards and team development Opportunity to contribute to a growing, technically demanding manufacturing operation Apply in Confidence If you bring strong ASME Code expertise, welding inspection credentials and proven QC leadership within pressure vessel or heavy fabrication environments, we'd welcome a confidential conversation. All applications will be handled with discretion.

What you’ll do

Lead and oversee a team of quality professionals while managing the QC system across complex pressure vessel and boiler fabrication projects. Ensure rigorous adherence to ASME codes, coordinate inspections with authorized inspectors, and maintain accurate technical documentation.

Requirements

Requires senior-level quality control experience in code-governed fabrication and a strong working knowledge of ASME sections. Candidates must hold a CWB Level 2 Welding Inspector certification and possess a bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.

Benefits

• Performance bonus
• RRSP program
• Health benefits
• Vacation

Listed skills

• Technical Documentation · Preferred
• Team Leadership · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• ASME Code
• Pressure vessel fabrication
• Quality control management
• Welding inspection
• CWB Level 2
• NDE methods
• Code compliance
• Technical documentation
• TSSA regulations
• Nuclear quality requirements
• Inspection and Test Plans
• WPS/PQR/WPQ management
• Team leadership
• Internal audits
• Corrective actions
• Hydrotesting
• Influencing Skills
• Quality Management Systems
• Auditing
• Welding
• Boilers
• ASME Boiler And Pressure Vessel Code (BPVC)
• Continuous Improvement Process
• Development Environment
• Fabrication
• Leadership
• Hydrostatic Testing
• Mechanical Engineering
• Manufacturing Operations
• Operations
• Pressure Vessel
• Welding Procedure Specification
• Quality Management
• Requirements Management
• Stakeholder Management
• Team Building
• Technical Communication
• Technical Documentation
• Technical Standard
• Test Planning
• Weld Quality Assurance
• Quality Control

Job areas

• Engineering
• Manufacturing
• Management & Leadership
• Construction
• Energy
• Pressure Vessel Engineer
• Quality Control Manager
• Management and Organization Analysts
• Quality Control Systems Managers
• Industrial Production Managers

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