United States Steel Corporation

Head of Quality

United States Steel Corporation • $150K — $180K *
Fairfield, CA 94533In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
15+ years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in metallurgical, mechanical, materials science, chemical, industrial engineering or related field.
  • Over 20 years of experience in Quality Assurance within steel, metals, or heavy industrial manufacturing, with a preference for tubular products.
  • Proven background in steelmaking, casting, seamless tube rolling, and heat treatment.
  • At least 10 years of leadership experience managing technical teams in manufacturing or quality settings.
  • Strong knowledge of ISO 9001, API Q1, and related quality standards.
  • Experience with internal auditing and managing quality management systems.
  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, with ability to interpret metallurgical data.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the Quality Assurance organization, ensuring adherence to quality processes and standards.
  • Oversee compliance with ISO 9001 and applicable product standards, maintaining documentation and audit readiness.
  • Review customer specifications, ensuring quality requirements are met in manufacturing and inspection.
  • Provide guidance on metallurgical issues, supporting rejection analysis and process improvement.
  • Direct internal quality audits and manage corrective actions to ensure findings are addressed.
  • Monitor quality KPIs, analyze data, and present quality performance reports to senior management.
  • Coordinate laboratory operations to ensure reliable testing results and compliance with testing standards.

Benefits

  • Collaborative work environment with cross-functional partnership.
  • Opportunity to lead a large team and influence quality practices across the organization.
  • Engagement in continuous improvement initiatives that impact product quality and customer satisfaction.
  • Commitment to safety and ethical standards in all work processes.
  • Support for professional development and leadership growth opportunities.
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Job Description

Position Summary:
The Head of Quality is responsible for leading the Quality Assurance function across assigned U. S. Steel Tubular Products operations. This role provides strategic and operational leadership to ensure product quality, customer satisfaction, regulatory compliance, and effective execution of the Quality Management System. The manager oversees quality engineering, quality control, auditing, lab testing oversight, and process improvement activities while fostering a culture of safety, accountability, and technical excellence. The position partners closely with Operations, Product Engineering, Technical Services, and Commercial teams to maintain product integrity and drive continuous improvement across all quality-related processes.

Responsibilities:
  • Lead the Quality Assurance organization, including quality engineers, technicians, inspectors, and lab personnel, ensuring consistent execution of quality processes and standards.
  • Oversee compliance with ISO 9001, API Q1, and applicable API/ASTM/NACE/ISO product standards, ensuring robust documentation and audit readiness.
  • Review customer specifications and ensure quality requirements are effectively translated into manufacturing and inspection processes.
  • Provide technical and metallurgical guidance to Operations, support rejection analysis, and drive improvements in process capability, testing accuracy, and product conformity.
  • Direct internal quality audits, manage corrective and preventive actions, and ensure closure of findings across all applicable areas.
  • Monitor quality KPIs, analyze process and product data, prepare quality performance reports, and present findings to senior leadership.
  • Oversee testing laboratory operations in coordination with lab managers or supervisors, ensuring reliable results, equipment calibration, and adherence to testing standards.
  • Support customer interactions related to quality concerns, specifications, nonconformance resolutions, and product performance inquiries.
  • Partner with Product Engineering and Manufacturing Engineering to evaluate quality risks, support new product realization, and ensure inspection/measurement requirements are properly defined.
  • Lead quality improvement initiatives, including root cause analysis, statistical methods, and structured problem-solving approaches.
  • Build strong Cross functional relationships and effectively communicate quality expectations across all levels of the organization.
  • Foster a culture aligned with U. S. Steel's mission, values, and success model, emphasizing safe work practices and high ethical standards.

Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in metallurgical engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related technical field.
  • 20+ years of experience in Quality Assurance or Quality Control within steel, metals, or heavy industrial manufacturing; experience with tubular products preferred.
  • Demonstrated experience in steelmaking, casting, seamless tube rolling and heat treatment.
  • 10+ years of proven leadership experience managing technical teams in a manufacturing or quality environment.
  • Strong working knowledge of ISO 9001, API Q1, and related API/ASTM/NACE quality and product standards.
  • Demonstrated experience with internal auditing, corrective action processes, and managing quality management systems.
  • Strong problem solving, analytical, and decision-making skills with the ability to interpret metallurgical and mechanical test data.
  • Experience in managing teams and budgets for multiple locations.


Competency Summary

At U. S. Steel all employees are expected to display the following core competencies every day to advance corporate, team and individual goals:

Think: Think Critically and Drive Change
Lead: Develop Talent and Collaborate
Do: Empower Performance and Deliver Results

About United States Steel Corporation

United States Steel Corporation is an integrated steel producer with major production operations in the United States, Canada and Central Europe and an annual raw steelmaking capability of 27 million net tons. The company manufactures a wide range of value-added steel sheet and tubular products for the automotive, appliance, container, industrial machinery, construction, and oil and gas industries.

United States Steel Corporation Careers

Join the robust team at United States Steel Corporation, a leader in the steel industry, and propel your career to new heights with a company renowned for its commitment to innovation, leadership, and sustainability.

Work You’ll Do

At United States Steel Corporation, you will be part of a dynamic team that drives our legacy of innovation forward. Engage in work that shapes the future of the industry and contributes to sustainable solutions that impact the world. Our diverse workforce is committed to excellence and achieving superior results through teamwork and leadership.

Transform Your Career

United States Steel Corporation offers a unique platform for professionals to lead in the marketplace by combining industry expertise, leadership skills, and a commitment to innovation and growth. Our team members are at the forefront of the steel industry, driving change and transforming our operations to stay ahead of global demands.

Innovative Work Environment

Join our team of dedicated professionals who are not only experts in steel production but also pioneers in environmental stewardship and advanced manufacturing processes. Our commitment to innovation is evident in every project and strategy that drives United States Steel Corporation forward.

Be Part of a Great Team

United States Steel Corporation is not just a company; it’s a community. Here, you will find a culture that values diversity, leadership, and professional growth. Our team is made up of skilled professionals from various backgrounds, all contributing to our collective success. We offer extensive benefits, diversity training, and opportunities for career advancement.

Future-Proof Your Career

With United States Steel Corporation, your career path is filled with limitless opportunities for advancement. We support our team members with unmatched training, development programs, and leadership opportunities designed to foster professional growth and innovation.

Explore Job Opportunities

Whether you’re looking for a position in engineering, management, or production, United States Steel Corporation offers a variety of job opportunities to fit your skills and career goals. We are committed to hiring and developing the best talent to maintain our position as a leader in the steel industry.

United States Steel Corporation Employment Experience

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Learn more about United States Steel Corporation
Size
24,540 employees
Market Cap
$6.1 billion
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Net Income
-$1.1 billion
Founded
1901
5 Year Trend
+14.6%
Revenue
$9.7 billion
NASDAQ
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* Ladders Estimates

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