QAQC Lead

DPR Construction is seeking an experienced QA/QC Lead who will oversee quality assurance and control for modular product assembly at the Houston Prefabrication Assembly Facility (PAF). This role ensures compliance with DPR’s quality playbook, project-specific QC plans, and client requirements. The QA/QC Lead will manage inspection processes, coordinate with manufacturing and procurement teams, and maintain rigorous standards across two high-output assembly lines producing up to 160 modules per month. Responsibilities will include but may not be limited to the following:  

Supervisory Responsibilities 

• Supervise line side quality inspectors. 

• Provide training on QA/QC standards, inspection protocols, and safety compliance. 

Duties and Responsibilities 

• Implement DPR’s QA/QC program and project-specific quality plans. 

• Maintain alignment with End User standards and DPR’s quality playbook. 

• Conduct dimensional checks and verify tolerances using advanced tools (e.g., CMM for HAC assemblies). 

• Ensure calibration and maintenance of inspection equipment. 

• Document inspection results and manage non-conformance processes (tag, quarantine, vendor notification). 

• Collaborate with assembly leads and manufacturing engineers to optimize workflows for work cells (Electrical Insert, Poly Containment, Pipe Assembly, Bunking). 

• Support lessons learned integration from test builds and maintain QA/QC records. 

• Prepare quality reports for internal stakeholders and client review. 

Required Skills and Abilities 

• Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving abilities. 

• Attention to detail and accuracy. 

• Ability to lead cross-functional teams in a fast-paced assembly environment. 

• Knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies. 

• Ability to interpret fabrication drawings and assembly schematics. 

• Proficiency in inspection tools and digital QA/QC systems (ACC, SmartSheet).   

• Safety-conscious and compliance-driven mindset. 

Education and Experience  

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or related field (or equivalent experience). 

• 3–5 years in QA/QC within modular assembly or manufacturing environments; familiarity with prefabrication workflows and industrialized construction. 

Physical Requirements 

• Work onsite at the Houston Prefabrication Assembly Facility. 

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer. 

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