Job Description

Description

POSITION TITLE: Quality Control Inspector / Tank

EFFECTIVE DATE: March 10, 2023, REV. DATE & NO.: 

REPORTS TO: Quality Control Manager LOCATION: Canonsburg, PA  

DEPARTMENT: Quality Control JOB LEVEL: 

STATUS: Non-Exempt

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POSITION DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

The Quality Control Inspector is responsible to inspect products both visually and with measurement tools, for performing inspections and audits while maintaining records that ensure the consistency of acceptable workmanship and quality as established by AWS D1.1, D1.2 or D1.6 weld codes or company operational policies and procedures, you are an invaluable member of our manufacturing team, ensuring the highest quality of production from the shop floor to the final inspection. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Issue monthly quality report with details of metrics on non-conformities and corrective actions initiated. 
• Responsible for inspecting and assessing the quality and strength of welding work and ready to function as part of the structural integrity.
• Inspect the equipment and ensure welders follow the company’s and state safety regulations as well as the Work Instructions.  
• Ensure that the services provided are performed in accordance with the project requirements.
• The inspector is responsible for oversight of the fabrication quality assurance on behalf of PTTI, in addition to on-site inspections during the fabrication phase.
• Communicating with the Manager to determine the specific requirements of a given work order, including the scope of work, deliverables, and schedule, for a particular assignment.
• Assure that all requirements per the ISO standard are adhered to.
• Document Non-Conformances (NC) via a NC Email.  
• Ensure that all NCs are properly CLOSED out.
• Stop Work Tags (SWT) to document Non-Conformances. 
• Contribute to the efforts needed to successfully pass external and internal audits.
• Team player willing to work with welders, supervision, and other PTTI employees.
• Become knowledgeable on the PTTI internal quality documentation. 
• Interactions are required with organizations both upstream and downstream of the winding effort.
• Serve as a Liaison between the welding floor and engineering.  
• Ensure that welding sheet changes are implemented in a formal revision.
• Perform final product inspection in totality to meet customer’s requirements.
• Perform daily inspection of items in department. 
• All other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Knowledgeable on the ISO 9000 Quality System 
• Ability to efficiently navigate weld codes to meet requirements
• Ability to read blueprints and use precise measurement tools.
• Good computer skills, i.e., Microsoft Office, programming
• Familiarity with statistical analysis
• In-depth understanding of technical documentation
• Great attention to detail and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work independently or on a team.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• The inspector must have significant knowledge of the American welding Society (AWS) codes and demonstrable experience in a similar position.
• Valid AWS CWI Certification 
• Proficient in weld testing according to applicable weld code requirements, including but not limited to GMAW, FCAW, SAW, or TIG processes.
• General Knowledge of national consensus standards of quality assurance, such as, ASME B&PV Code, ISO, Six Sigma, ANSI/ASME NQA1 and Appendices, ANSI N45., IEEE Standards and U.S. NRC Regulatory Guide series
• Hands-on experience with Quality Management Systems (QMS) and testing methodologies.

PREFERRED EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE

• Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus 
• Prior similar experience in heavy industry
• Either have ISO 9001:2015 credentials or willing to complete the required formal training upon hire.
• ASQ certification preferred. 

PHYSICAL JOB DEMANDS

Lifting/carrying/moving 1-50 lbs. Involves sitting at a desk for extended periods of time. Manual dexterity to operate specialized equipment. Ability to hear telephone conversations and speak clearly. May need a high level of concentration in a busy area.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Monday through Friday. overtime, and may be required.