QA Inspector – Special Projects

Position Summary:

The QA Inspector of special projects will be responsible for verifying that fabricated items meet the specifications outlined in project-specific quality control plans, approved construction documents, and relevant codes. This role involves performing both dimensional and visual inspections, audits, and verification to ensure compliance with these requirements. The Inspector must have a strong understanding of industry codes and standards, as well as the manufacturing systems used by SME and the Structural Steel Industry. This position will focus on managing Subcontracted facilities performing work on SME’s behalf, coordinating 3rd party inspection and project requirements, NCR’s, CAR’s, and other projects under the Director of QA/QC’s purview. The anticipated travel is 25-50%.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

· Perform assigned duties in accordance with project specifications, applicable codes and standards, and the SME Quality Management System.

· Review QMS documents and work with project managers for submittal on projects.

· Review subcontractors ability to meet compliance in various AHJ’s.

· Coordinate 3rd Party inspections

· Audit and regularly visit subfabricator facilities.

· Review drawings and work packages to be sent for subfabrication. Attend drawing review meetings internally for those packages.

· Gather, review, and file subfabricator QC records and other documentation as necessary.

· Maintain the approved fabricator list, and subcontractor document files.

· Manage NCR’s, CAR’s and other items with QA Manager, specifically for subfabricators but internally as well.

· Work overtime, weekends, alternate locations, or alternate shifts as needed or assigned.

· Comply with the AWS Code of Ethics for Inspectors.

· Stay current with applicable codes, standards, and industry regulations.

· Perform other duties as assigned under the direction of the Director of QA/QC.

Qualifications:

· High School Diploma or equivalent.

· 5 Years of experience in inspection, fabrication, or auditing in a relevant field.

· AWS CWI , ASQ-CQA, ASNT Level II or III in MT, UT or VT preferred.

· NDT or NACE/AMPP certifications and experience are a plus (preferred)

· Hold a U.S. Passport, or qualify to get one.

· Be able to Travel up to 25-50% of work days

Work Environment:

· In office, or dependent upon sub-fabricator facilities.

EEO:

SME Industries, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with disability, or any other protected group status or non-job-related characteristic as directed by law.