Job Description

NOW HIRING: QUALITY CONTROL MANAGER
 Monday–Friday | Full-Time | On-site in Douglassville, PA

Ready to lead quality where precision, accountability, and safety truly matter?

American Crane & Equipment Corporation (ACECO) is seeking a Quality Control Manager to lead and oversee all Quality Control activities across crane manufacturing, fabrication, and project execution. This role carries full functional responsibility for Quality Control, including weld inspection, NDE coordination, documentation control, and compliance with customer, regulatory, and code requirements.

This is a senior, hands-on role ideal for a quality professional with deep experience in welding inspection, NDE, and regulated manufacturing environments, including nuclear or safety-related work.

Job Title: Quality Control Manager
Department: Quality
Location: Plant 1 | Douglassville, PA 19518
Schedule: Monday–Friday | Full-time, on-site | 8:00AM-4:30PM
Classification: Exempt
Reports To: VP of Quality, Performance Improvement, Legal

Why Join American Crane? (Check us out on YouTube here)

• Quality Authority & Leadership – Lead the Quality Control function and make impactful decisions
• Mission-Critical Work – Support complex crane systems used in nuclear, aerospace, and heavy industrial applications
• Visible Leadership Role – Serve as the primary quality interface for customers, inspectors, and auditors
• People-First, High-Accountability Culture – Work in an environment where GRIT, safety, and quality are non-negotiable
• Long-Term Stability – Join a company known for low turnover, strong leadership, and disciplined execution

What You’ll Do

Quality Management & Leadership

• Lead and manage all Quality Control activities supporting shop and applicable field operations
• Establish, implement, and maintain inspection plans, QC procedures, and quality processes
• Coordinate quality activities across multiple projects, departments, and schedules
• Serve as the primary Quality Control authority for customers, third-party inspectors, and auditors
• Provide direction, mentorship, and technical guidance to Quality Control personnel

Welding & NDE Oversight

• Manage weld inspection and NDE programs, including planning, scheduling, execution, and documentation
• Ensure inspections comply with applicable AWS, ASME, customer, and regulatory requirements
• Coordinate UT, MT, PT, and VT activities performed in-house or by qualified subcontractors
• Review, approve, and release inspection reports, NDE results, and quality documentation
• Verify inspector qualifications, certifications, and continuity

Nuclear Quality & Regulatory Compliance

• Support projects with nuclear or safety-related quality requirements
• Ensure compliance with applicable nuclear customer requirements and standards, including NQA-1 where applicable
• Oversee inspections, testing, and documentation supporting nuclear-quality work
• Maintain complete, accurate, and traceable quality records suitable for audits and turnover packages

Documentation, Audits & Continuous Improvement

• Ensure all inspections and quality activities are properly documented and retained
• Support and participate in internal, customer, and regulatory audits
• Address audit findings, corrective actions, and follow-up activities
• Lead root cause analysis, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives

What We’re Looking For

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Technical degree or formal training in welding, inspection, or quality preferred

Experience

• 10+ years of Quality Control experience in manufacturing, structural fabrication, heavy equipment, or similar industries
• Strong background in welding inspection and coordination of NDE activities
• Experience managing inspection documentation and quality records
• Proven ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and codes
• Experience managing multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Qualifications

• AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)
• Ultrasonic Testing (UT) certification
• Experience supporting nuclear industry projects and quality programs
• Familiarity with ASME, AWS, and nuclear quality requirements (including NQA-1)
• Experience supporting customer audits and regulatory inspections
• Prior experience in crane manufacturing, heavy lifting equipment, or large structural assemblies

Skills & Attributes

• Strong leadership, decision-making, and accountability
• Excellent organizational, communication, and documentation skills
• Professional, confident presence with customers, inspectors, and auditors
• High attention to detail with a practical, execution-focused mindset
• Alignment with ACECO’s values: Work Hard, Have Fun, and Do the Right Thing

REQUIREMENTS

• Authorization to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship
• Ability to verify identity and employment authorization (Form I-9)
• Eligibility to access information or technology governed by U.S. export control laws (including 10 C.F.R. Part 810, EAR, and/or ITAR), where applicable
• Willingness to undergo a background check in accordance with applicable laws
• Willingness to undergo a pre-employment drug screen and randomized drug testing during employment
• Ability to meet the posted work schedule and maintain reliable attendance
• Willingness to follow all company safety policies and procedures
• Willingness to wear required PPE in shop and manufacturing environments
• Willingness to complete required safety, compliance, and role-specific training
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation
• Ability to maintain professional conduct aligned with company values and expectations

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Combination of professional office environment and manufacturing shop / inspection areas
• Regular presence in fabrication and inspection environments
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
• Ability to lift, carry, and move materials or equipment up to 50 lbs
• Ability to climb ladders, stairs, platforms, and work at heights
• Exposure to industrial conditions including noise, moving equipment, and shop hazards
• Required use of appropriate PPE

What’s In It For You?

The Foundation

• Competitive salary based on experience, credentials, and market data
• Comprehensive medical, vision, dental, and life insurance available day one
• Generous paid time off with rollover each year
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• 10 paid company-observed holidays
• Tuition reimbursement and professional certification support

Role-Specific Highlights – Quality Control Manager

• Oversee Quality Control – Authority to set standards and drive corrective action
• Regulated, High-Trust Work – Lead quality execution on nuclear and mission-critical projects
• Visible Leadership Role – Direct interaction with customers, auditors, and executive leadership

How to Apply:

• Submit your application online at Recruitment (adp.com)

All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screen, subject to applicable laws and regulations.

American Crane & Equipment Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The company maintains and observes employment policies that do not discriminate against any person because of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability, age, ancestry and any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. This applies to recruiting, hiring, training, compensation, overtime, job classifications, work assignments, promotions, demotions, layoffs, terminations, transfers, and all other conditions of employment.

This position requires:

• Valid proof of identity and authorization to work in the U.S. (Form I-9)
• Eligibility to access information or technology governed by U.S. export control laws, including 10 C.F.R. Part 810. If government authorization is required for access to controlled technology, employment or start date may be delayed or withdrawn in accordance with applicable law
• Certain positions and projects may require the ability to obtain and maintain unescorted access to nuclear facilities in compliance with NRC regulations (10 C.F.R. Parts 26 & 73)

The pay for this position is dependent on circumstances including an applicant’s skills and qualifications, certain degrees and certifications, prior job experience, market data, and other relevant factors.

American Crane & Equipment Corporation offers a wide array of comprehensive benefit programs and services including medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts to our benefits-eligible employees. Additional benefits include retirement savings plans like 401(k) and paid time off, paid holidays, and disability coverage. Some benefits offerings are subject to any legal requirements or limitations, employee eligibility status, and where the employee lives and/or works.

NOTE: American Crane & Equipment Corporation is not seeking assistance or accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms for employment opportunities, unless they have a written agreement for the position they are contacting us about. Regardless of past practice, all resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at American Crane & Equipment Corporation without a valid written search agreement in place for that position will be deemed the sole property of American Crane & Equipment Corporation, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by American Crane & Equipment Corporation as a result of the referral or through other means.