Regional Quality Manager

IPS is built on a foundation of strong leadership, guided by our shared values of safety, accountability, integrity, teamwork, entrepreneurial spirit, and customer-focus. As a senior leader at IPS, you'll be able to shape strategic initiatives, inspire teams, and influence the future of our organization.

We are looking for servant leaders who have a action-oriented and committed to delivering unmatched customer and employee experiences. Your leadership will drive transformative projects, redefine industry standards, and leave a lasting legacy.

At IPS, you'll find a platform for high potential growth, competitive compensation, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact. If you're ready to lead with vision and inspire innovation, apply now and become a key player in our journey to redefine success!

Responsibilities & Expectations:
The Regional Quality Manager, based onsite at our Cleveland facility, provides leadership, oversight, and technical expertise to ensure compliance with IPS's Integrated Management System (IMS), including ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001 standards, as well as nuclear program requirements (10CFR50 Appendix B, 10CFR21, NQA-1 and CSA N299). This role serves as the primary Quality liaison for all facilities within the assigned region, driving consistency in quality processes, supporting facility quality managers, and overseeing nuclear quality program compliance where applicable. The Regional Quality Manager partners closely with operations, engineering, and supply chain leadership to foster a culture of prevention, accountability, and continuous improvement. While based in Cleveland, this position will include regional support and travel across assigned facilities as required.

Travel requirement: Up to 50%.

• Regional Quality Leadership
• Provide regional oversight of quality functions, ensuring alignment with corporate Quality objectives and compliance with the IPS Integrated Management System (IMS).
• Lead and mentor local Quality Managers, Inspectors, and auditors across multiple facilities.
• Drive standardization of processes, documentation, and best practices across the region.
• Support site leadership in management reviews, KPI reporting, and continual improvement initiatives in alignment with CIPS (Continuous Improvement Process Solutions).
• Facilitate coordination and communication between facilities, corporate quality, and regional operations leadership.
• Nuclear Quality Program Oversight
• Maintain compliance with 10CFR50 Appendix B, 10CFR21, NQA-1, NRC RG 1.28, EPRI NP-5652, and CSA N299requirements.
• Assist in developing integrated quality management system to cover industrial and nuclear repair in the US and Canada.
• Serve as the regional expert for nuclear industry, purchase order, and specification compliance.
• Develop and maintain the Approved Supplier List (ASL) and oversee supplier evaluations, audits, and commercial grade dedication (CGD) activities.
• Perform and review contract reviews, traveler/work package generation, in-process inspections, and final documentation to ensure full compliance with nuclear program requirements.
• Maintain accurate and complete nuclear records and certifications; ensure document control measures prevent the use of outdated or unapproved documentation.
• Ensure that corrective and preventive actions are effectively implemented and verified for all nuclear-related nonconformances.
• Maintain nuclear training and qualification records (Lead Auditor, Nuclear Inspector, etc.) and provide indoctrination and refresher training to facility personnel.
• Quality Systems & Continuous Improvement
• Support the maintenance and improvement of ISO and customer-specific quality management systems.
• Lead initiatives to move quality ownership and accountability to the lowest level of the organization.
• Ensure that corrective and preventive actions are effectively implemented and verified for all nonconformances.
• Conduct internal and supplier audits and facilitate corrective action closeouts.
• Maintain calibration systems, including M&TE logs and out-of-tolerance evaluations.
• Oversee documentation of inspection and testing requirements, including hold/witness points and verification of acceptance criteria.
• Drive continuous improvement using data analysis, KPI tracking, and trending of quality metrics (nonconformances, warranty, rework, audit results, etc.).
• Support integration of Lean tools and human performance error-reduction techniques to minimize waste and defects.
• Training and Development
• Develop and deliver training for technicians, engineers, and project managers on quality system compliance, nuclear requirements, and human performance.
• Mentor site quality personnel in audit techniques, root cause analysis, and effective corrective action.
• Coordinate and verify qualifications and certifications for quality and technical staff across the region.

Qualifications and Competencies:

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering (preferred) or a related technical discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of quality leadership experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Minimum 2 years of experience managing or supporting a nuclear QA program compliant with 10CFR50 Appendix B and NQA-1.
• Certified Nuclear Lead Auditor (per ANSI N45.2.23) preferred.
• Knowledge of Canadian nuclear standards (CSA N299) preferred.
• Proven experience in ISO 9001 and/or integrated QMS implementation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; experience with corrective action and root cause methodologies.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills to build relationships across multiple sites.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams) and data management systems.
• Ability to travel up to 50% of the time across the assigned region.

You'll thrive at IPS if you...

* Lead with integrity and prioritize safety. You demonstrate high standards and commit to a safe, ethical workplace.
* Value teamwork and accountability. You work well with others, take responsibility, serve others, and deliver on your commitments.
* Focus on the customer. You are dedicated to providing an unmatched customer experience and exceeding expectations.
* Have an entrepreneurial spirit. You're proactive, innovative, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
* Communicate effectively and with purpose. You keep everyone informed with clear, concise communication.
* Stay curious and love to learn. You continuously seek new knowledge and grow personally and professionally.

Who We Are:

At Integrated Power Services (IPS), we're committed to empowering you to make a meaningful impact. As the industry's leading and fastest-growing service provider, IPS offers single-source electromechanical and power management solutions to enhance the reliability of critical infrastructure across North America and the United Kingdom. We serve over 30,000 essential customer locations, from renewable energy pioneers to hospitals, manufacturers, and municipalities, helping them avoid costly downtime and ensure mission-critical operations.

When you join IPS, you're joining a team that's revolutionizing equipment and process reliability across diverse sectors, from power generation to petrochemicals, and beyond. You'll learn from industry experts, grow alongside a talented workforce, and be part of a company that is built on the Shared Values of Safety, Integrity, Teamwork, Accountability, Customer Focus, and Entrepreneurial Spirit.

Benefits:

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401k Employer Match
• Bonus Incentives
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Medical, Dental and Vision plans
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• And more!

IPS is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, or veteran status.

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background and driving record investigation. As a federal contractor, our company is committed to maintaining a safe and drug-free workplace. Candidates for this position are required to complete a pre-employment drug screen successfully. The drug screening process will include testing for substances that may impair one's ability to perform the job safely and effectively.

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