Senior Quality Specialist

Job DetailsLevel: ExperiencedJob Location: Belpre - Belpre, OH 45714Position Type: Full TimeJob Shift: DayJob Category: QA - Quality ControlPosition Overview: To execute activities necessary and to document activities to assure that projects meet the customers quality requirements, as outlined in the Scope of Supply; execute activities necessary to support the quality management system and lead continuous improvement activities. Essential Job Functions Review project specifications and develop Inspection Test Plan to meet customers requirements. Through cooperation with the Project Manager, collect and transmit quality documents, as required for submittal to clients. By example and not exclusion, includes test reports, test plans, welding procedures, NDE procedures, inspection reports and certifications. Through cooperation with the Project Manager, Buyer, and Fabricator, schedule in-house and outside inspection activities to include (as required) the clients, sub-contractors, and in-house personnel (Engineering, Automation, Project Management, etc.) including (by way of example and not exclusion): 3rd Party NDEs (non-destructive evaluation), FATs, Pneumatic / Hydro tests, Final Inspections and Shipping Release. Initiate NCRs (Non-conforming Reports) and Corrective actions for non-conforming product or processes. Follow-up on disposition of NCR to assure appropriate handling or rework of non-conforming product. Evaluation of corrective actions for effectiveness of actions taken. Perform sub-contractor site inspections and vendor audits. Perform final inspection and doc review of finished product; confer with Logistics to release product for shipment. Perform internal audits: create audit plans, conduct audit interviews, summarize audit results, recommend corrective actions, and write/file audit reports. Create, edit, maintain, and retrieve documentation in support of the quality system including (by way of example and not exclusion): QM, QOPs, Corrective Actions, NCRs, ITPs, work Instructions, weld procedures, welder qualifications, NDE qualifications, and internal audit reports. Research, collect and post data to Quality Metrics. What we're looking forBasic Qualifications Typically requires completion of university training in engineering and/or equivalent expertise in a technical field. 5+ years of related work experience in a manufacturing environment. Knowledge of Welding Processes and Weld inspection Needs to apply basic mechanical/technical expertise to read fabrication and assembly drawings to perform inspections. Working knowledge of ASME/AWS fabrication. Experience with controls and automation is a plus. Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. No relocation benefit is being offered for this position. Only candidates that currently reside within the immediate geographical area (50 miles) of location will be considered. Preferred Qualifications ASME & AWS D1.1 Experience Knowledge of Welding Processes and Weld inspection CWI a plus Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.   Ability to stand, sit and/or walk on a hard surface as well as safely bend, stoop, reach, climb steps and use ladder. Lift up to 25 pounds. Vision abilities required: close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Vision to accurately read all related distribution documents and computer monitor screens. Skills/Abilities Working knowledge of supplier quality, fabrication, inspection, and testing Strong analytical and interpersonal skills. Excellent written/oral communication and math skills. Results-oriented and able to work both independently and within a team environment.t Strong problem-solving, organizational, and administrative skills, including computer proficiency. Experience with Microsoft Office Suite applications and other applicable SC systems. Competencies for Success Ethics and Values Composure Problem Solving Drives Results Patience Negotiating Approachability Priority Setting Learning on the Fly Customer Focus EEO The Company is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with applicable law, we prohibit discrimination against any applicant or employee based on any legally-recognized basis, including, but not limited to: veteran status, uniformed servicemember status, race, color, religion, sex, age (40 and over), pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), sexual orientation, gender identity or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local law. Our commitment to equal opportunity employment applies to all persons involved in our operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee, including supervisors and co-workers. Furthermore, it is Company policy to provide equal opportunity to individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in all phases of the employment process and in compliance with applicable laws. This policy of non-discrimination shall include, but not be limited to recruiting, hiring, promotions, demotions or transfers, layoffs, recalls, terminations, rates of pay or other forms of compensation, selection for training, and recruitment or recruitment advertising. The Company will provide reasonable accommodations to any employee with a known disability who is otherwise qualified to perform the essential functions of his/her job, unless such an accommodation would present undue hardship on the Companys business operations or unless doing so causes a direct threat to the health and safety of the employee or others in the workplace. An employee who believes that he/she requires a reasonable accommodation because of a disability must notify Human Resources. The Company is committed to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at the Company are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications.