Quality Control Manager

Job description

Come join our team at [Millennium Galvanizing](http://www.millenniumgalvanizing.com)! Millennium Galvanizing is a proud member of the American Galvanizing Association. We operate with a lead free kettle using special High Grade Zinc that is supported by the most technologically advanced equipment in our industry. Millennium Galvanizing can also perform painting, metalizing and paint over bare blasted steel as well as paint over galvanized steel for sensitive areas of installation that require an aesthetically pleasing coating application. Purpose of the Role Lead the quality control team to ensure all galvanized products meet customer requirements and industry standards. Oversee inspections, guide QC technicians, resolve quality issues, and support a consistent, reliable galvanizing process. Key Responsibilities Quality Oversight - Ensure galvanized products meet ASTM and AGA standards for coating thickness, appearance, and adhesion. - Review and maintain quality procedures, inspection steps, and required documentation. - Approve final product quality and ensure repairs or touch-ups meet spec requirements. Team Leadership - Lead and develop QC Technicians, ensuring consistent inspection practices across all shifts. - Provide training on inspection techniques, visual standards, and use of measurement tools. Daily QC Operations - Oversee inspections at all stages: receiving, pre-treatment, kettle, and post-dip cleaning. - Monitor key process variables and address surface prep or coating concerns. -Complete Chemical Analysis, ensuring performance of pre-processing tanks. - Manage nonconformance reports and drive corrective actions. Audit & Customer Support - Support and host customer or third-party audits. - Communicate quality requirements with DIS-TRAN Steel and resolve cross-facility quality issues. Continuous Improvement - Track quality trends and defect types; implement improvements to reduce rework and touch-ups. - Collaborate with operations and maintenance to address quality issues tied to equipment or process conditions. Safety & Compliance - Ensure QC work follows site safety standards for chemicals, heat exposure, and material handling. Minimum Qualifications - 5+ years in QC/QA for galvanizing or industrial coatings, with leadership experience. - Understanding of ASTM galvanizing standards. - Ability to read drawings, follow specifications, and use inspection equipment. - Experience participating in quality audits. Preferred Qualifications - Experience in hot-dip galvanizing operations (kettle, pre-treatment, or post-dip). - Familiarity with ERP systems and documentation processes. Work Environment - Frequent walking in production areas; exposure to heat, steam, and chemical tanks. - Must safely navigate production environments and use appropriate PPE.