{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"5990a19ffd1bfb0928650edc","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/5990a19ffd1bfb0928650edc","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/5990a19ffd1bfb0928650edc","title":"Process Manager / Process Engineer","description":"*Role purpose*\n\nThe Process Manager/Engineer runs day-to-day quality operations on the shop floor so that every stainless structural shape and fabrication leaves the plant conforming, inspected and fully documented. The role supervises NDT and QC inspection, controls the release of finished orders, and owns the integrity of quality records. Reporting to the CQO, the Process Manager/Engineer is the CQO's operational lead for the quality management system and the main quality contact for production, purchasing and customers\n\n*Key responsibilities*\n\n*NDT supervision*\n\n* Plan, assign and supervise daily NDT: visual (VT), liquid penetrant (PT), magnetic particle (MT), ultrasonic (UT) and macro-etch testing.\n* Review and approve NDT reports (P5.6-FM1 to FM4, P4.2-FM4) and keep the MT inspection log current.\n* Maintain the written practice for NDT personnel certification (ASNT SNT-TC-1A or equivalent); track certifications, eye exams and recertification dates.\n* Act as or coordinate the Level III for procedure approval, technique sheets and interpretation disputes.\n\n*QC inspection*\n\n* Lead in-process and final dimensional and visual inspection of laser-cut, laser-welded, pressed, ground, straightened and blasted product against drawings, the Shape Size Chart (P4.0-DS1) and customer specifications.\n* Enforce hold points and inspection plans at each process step, from laser cutting through decontamination and packaging.\n* Verify weld quality against qualified WPS and WQTR records (laser beam, GMAW and GTAW) and applicable codes such as AWS D1.6 and ASTM A1069.\n* Disposition nonconforming product (use-as-is, rework, repair, scrap) and drive corrective action to root cause.\n\n*Order release*\n\n* Confirm every order is complete before shipment: inspection and NDT reports signed, material test reports matched to heat numbers, and identification and traceability intact (P5.1).\n* Approve the final release and certificate of conformance; hold any order with open nonconformances or missing records.\n* Resolve customer quality questions, source inspections and witness tests.\n\n*Report and record control*\n\n* Own control of quality records and documented information (P5.2): issue, revision, retention, retrieval and authorized destruction.\n* Ensure reports are legible, traceable to job and heat number, and retrievable for audits and customer requests.\n* Maintain calibration records for gauges, scales and inspection equipment (P5.4) and remove out-of-tolerance equipment from service.\n\n*Quality system and continuous improvement*\n\n* Support the CQO in maintaining the QMS to ISO 9001 and AS9100 requirements, including internal audits (P2.0), management review inputs and change control.\n* Review RFQs and purchase orders for quality and special requirements (P3.2-CL1); qualify and monitor suppliers of critical goods and services (P3.1).\n* Track and report quality KPIs; lead problem-solving on recurring defects.\n\n*People*\n\n* Supervise, schedule and coach NDT technicians and QC inspectors.\n* Run on-the-job training and qualification against station checklists (P1.2) and evaluate training effectiveness.\n\n*Qualifications*\n\n*Required*\n\n* 5+ years of quality, inspection or production experience in the welding field, ideally in structural steel or stainless fabrication.\n* 2+ years supervising inspectors or technicians.\n* Working knowledge of welding codes and standards (AWS D1.1/D1.6, ASME Section IX or equivalent) and of WPS/PQR/WQTR qualification.\n* Ability to read engineering drawings, GD&T and material test reports.\n* Experience with nonconformance, corrective action and document control in an ISO 9001 environment.\n* High school diploma or equivalent\n\n*Highly valued*\n\n* ASNT NDT Level II or Level III in one or more methods (VT, PT, MT, UT); Level III strongly preferred.\n* AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) or Senior CWI.\n* Experience with AS9100, laser beam welding or stainless steel metallurgy\n* Internal auditor or ASQ certification (CQA, CQE, CMQ/OE).\n* Associate or bachelor's degree in welding, materials or mechanical engineering, or a related field.\n\n*Skills and competencies*\n\n* Hands-on leadership: present on the floor, sets clear daily priorities and holds the line on quality without\n\nstalling production.\n\n* Sound technical judgment on weld defects, NDT indications and acceptance criteria.\n* Clear, accurate writing for reports, nonconformances and customer correspondence.\n* Root-cause problem solving (5 Whys, fishbone, 8D).\n* Strong organization and attention to detail in records and traceability.\n* Proficiency with Excel and quality or ERP systems.\n\n*Authority, performance measures and working conditions*\n\nAuthority. The Process Manager/Engineer may stop work, place product on hold and refuse release of any order that does not meet requirements, independent of production schedule pressure. Escalations go to the CQO.\n\n*Performance measures*\n\nMeasure / What it tracks\n\nCustomer returns / complaints Escapes reaching the customer\n\nInternal nonconformance rate / Defects found per order or per ton shipped\n\nOrder release on time / Orders released without documentation delays\n\nRecord completeness / Orders with complete, traceable report packages at audit\n\nCorrective action closure / CAPAs closed on time and effective\n\nCertification currency / NDT and inspector qualifications in date\n\n*Working conditions*\n\nPlant floor and office; exposure to noise, heat, fumes and moving equipment. Required\n\nPPE includes safety glasses, steel-toe boots and hearing protection. Must be able to stand and walk for long periods, climb and lift up to 50 lb, and pass a vision exam for NDT. Occasional overtime and travel to customers or supplies.\n\nJob Types: Full-time, Permanent\n\nPay: $95,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year\n\nBenefits:\n* 401(k) matching\n* Dental insurance\n* Health insurance\n* Life insurance\n* Paid time off\n* Vision insurance\n\nApplication Question(s):\n* Do you have 2+ years supervising inspectors or technicians?\n* Do you have working knowledge of welding codes and standards (AWS D1.1/D1.6, ASME Section IX or equivalent) and of WPS/PQR/WQTR qualification?\n* Do you have the ability to read engineering drawings, GD&T and material test reports?\n* Do you have experience with nonconformance, corrective action and document control in an ISO 9001 environment?\n* Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent?\n* Do you have an Associate or bachelor's degree in welding, materials or mechanical engineering, or a related field?\n* Do you have 5+ years of quality, inspection or production experience in the welding field, ideally in structural steel or stainless fabrication?\n\nWork Location: In person","company":"Stainless Structurals","rawCompany":"stainless structurals","city":"Conroe","state":"TX","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-10-20T13:03:25.238Z","occupations":[{"code":"11-3051.01","title":"Quality Control Systems Managers","slug":"quality-control-systems-managers"},{"code":"51-9061.00","title":"Inspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers","slug":"inspectors-testers-sorters-samplers-and-weighers"},{"code":"51-1011.00","title":"First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers","slug":"first-line-supervisors-of-production-and-operating-workers"}],"industries":[{"code":"332312","title":"Fabricated Structural Metal Manufacturing","slug":"fabricated-structural-metal-manufacturing"},{"code":"332999","title":"All Other Miscellaneous Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing","slug":"all-other-miscellaneous-fabricated-metal-product-manufacturing"},{"code":"332313","title":"Plate Work Manufacturing","slug":"plate-work-manufacturing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Process Manager / Process Engineer","description":"*Role purpose*\n\nThe Process Manager/Engineer runs day-to-day quality operations on the shop floor so that every stainless structural shape and fabrication leaves the plant conforming, inspected and fully documented. 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Reporting to the CQO, the Process Manager/Engineer is the CQO's operational lead for the quality management system and the main quality contact for production, purchasing and customers\n\n*Key responsibilities*\n\n*NDT supervision*\n\n* Plan, assign and supervise daily NDT: visual (VT), liquid penetrant (PT), magnetic particle (MT), ultrasonic (UT) and macro-etch testing.\n* Review and approve NDT reports (P5.6-FM1 to FM4, P4.2-FM4) and keep the MT inspection log current.\n* Maintain the written practice for NDT personnel certification (ASNT SNT-TC-1A or equivalent); track certifications, eye exams and recertification dates.\n* Act as or coordinate the Level III for procedure approval, technique sheets and interpretation disputes.\n\n*QC inspection*\n\n* Lead in-process and final dimensional and visual inspection of laser-cut, laser-welded, pressed, ground, straightened and blasted product against drawings, the Shape Size Chart (P4.0-DS1) and customer specifications.\n* Enforce hold points and inspection plans at each process step, from laser cutting through decontamination and packaging.\n* Verify weld quality against qualified WPS and WQTR records (laser beam, GMAW and GTAW) and applicable codes such as AWS D1.6 and ASTM A1069.\n* Disposition nonconforming product (use-as-is, rework, repair, scrap) and drive corrective action to root cause.\n\n*Order release*\n\n* Confirm every order is complete before shipment: inspection and NDT reports signed, material test reports matched to heat numbers, and identification and traceability intact (P5.1).\n* Approve the final release and certificate of conformance; hold any order with open nonconformances or missing records.\n* Resolve customer quality questions, source inspections and witness tests.\n\n*Report and record control*\n\n* Own control of quality records and documented information (P5.2): issue, revision, retention, retrieval and authorized destruction.\n* Ensure reports are legible, traceable to job and heat number, and retrievable for audits and customer requests.\n* Maintain calibration records for gauges, scales and inspection equipment (P5.4) and remove out-of-tolerance equipment from service.\n\n*Quality system and continuous improvement*\n\n* Support the CQO in maintaining the QMS to ISO 9001 and AS9100 requirements, including internal audits (P2.0), management review inputs and change control.\n* Review RFQs and purchase orders for quality and special requirements (P3.2-CL1); qualify and monitor suppliers of critical goods and services (P3.1).\n* Track and report quality KPIs; lead problem-solving on recurring defects.\n\n*People*\n\n* Supervise, schedule and coach NDT technicians and QC inspectors.\n* Run on-the-job training and qualification against station checklists (P1.2) and evaluate training effectiveness.\n\n*Qualifications*\n\n*Required*\n\n* 5+ years of quality, inspection or production experience in the welding field, ideally in structural steel or stainless fabrication.\n* 2+ years supervising inspectors or technicians.\n* Working knowledge of welding codes and standards (AWS D1.1/D1.6, ASME Section IX or equivalent) and of WPS/PQR/WQTR qualification.\n* Ability to read engineering drawings, GD&T and material test reports.\n* Experience with nonconformance, corrective action and document control in an ISO 9001 environment.\n* High school diploma or equivalent\n\n*Highly valued*\n\n* ASNT NDT Level II or Level III in one or more methods (VT, PT, MT, UT); Level III strongly preferred.\n* AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) or Senior CWI.\n* Experience with AS9100, laser beam welding or stainless steel metallurgy\n* Internal auditor or ASQ certification (CQA, CQE, CMQ/OE).\n* Associate or bachelor's degree in welding, materials or mechanical engineering, or a related field.\n\n*Skills and competencies*\n\n* Hands-on leadership: present on the floor, sets clear daily priorities and holds the line on quality without\n\nstalling production.\n\n* Sound technical judgment on weld defects, NDT indications and acceptance criteria.\n* Clear, accurate writing for reports, nonconformances and customer correspondence.\n* Root-cause problem solving (5 Whys, fishbone, 8D).\n* Strong organization and attention to detail in records and traceability.\n* Proficiency with Excel and quality or ERP systems.\n\n*Authority, performance measures and working conditions*\n\nAuthority. The Process Manager/Engineer may stop work, place product on hold and refuse release of any order that does not meet requirements, independent of production schedule pressure. Escalations go to the CQO.\n\n*Performance measures*\n\nMeasure / What it tracks\n\nCustomer returns / complaints Escapes reaching the customer\n\nInternal nonconformance rate / Defects found per order or per ton shipped\n\nOrder release on time / Orders released without documentation delays\n\nRecord completeness / Orders with complete, traceable report packages at audit\n\nCorrective action closure / CAPAs closed on time and effective\n\nCertification currency / NDT and inspector qualifications in date\n\n*Working conditions*\n\nPlant floor and office; exposure to noise, heat, fumes and moving equipment. Required\n\nPPE includes safety glasses, steel-toe boots and hearing protection. Must be able to stand and walk for long periods, climb and lift up to 50 lb, and pass a vision exam for NDT. 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