Director of Quality Control

The Shaw Group, LLC • Walker, LA

27d • Onsite

About The Position

At The Shaw Group, we are shaping the future of industrial pipe fabrication with a people first, execution focused approach. As QAQC Director for US Pipe Fabrication in Walker, Louisiana, you will lead quality strategy and day to day execution for a critical fabrication operation. This newly created leadership role plays a direct role in protecting client trust, maintaining production flow, and positioning the Walker facility for sustained growth. You will bring a fresh perspective, challenge legacy practices, and elevate quality performance across the organization.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, or related field); advanced degree or certifications (e.g., ASQ Certified Quality Manager, CWI - Certified Welding Inspector) preferred.
• 10+ years of QAQC experience in industrial manufacturing.
• 5+ years of QAQC leadership experience.
• Strong background in pipe fabrication or similar manufacturing environments.
• Deep understanding of quality systems, audits, and certifications.
• Ability to execute leadership vision through disciplined operations.
• Commercial awareness and ability to balance cost, quality, and schedule.
• Strong Excel and reporting skills.

Nice To Haves

• advanced degree or certifications (e.g., ASQ Certified Quality Manager, CWI - Certified Welding Inspector)

Responsibilities

• Lead the Walker QAQC department and overall quality management system.
• Ensure compliance with client requirements, ISO 9001standards, and applicable codes; ASME Section IIX for welding, ASME B31.3 for pipe processing and other applicable standards.
• Oversee audits, inspections, and certifications with confidence and consistency.
• Manage staffing levels and resources to align with workload and production demand.
• Develop QAQC leaders and succession readiness
• Cross-Functional collaboration with estimating, production, engineering, procurement and project management teams to integrate quality requirements into the fabrication processes.
• Provide reporting and insights to executive leadership.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package.
• Comprehensive benefit package including health, 401k and generous PTO.
• Career path opportunities.
• Collaborative, people-first culture with a focus on innovation, results, and
• Opportunity to influence enterprise-wide quality strategy.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director