Weld Quality Specialist

JOB DESCRIPTION:

WELD QUALITY SPECIALIST

REPORTS TO:

Quality Manager

As a Weld Quality Specialist you will be expected to perform quality checks and assess quality problems that arise within production process. You will be responsible for conducting in-process inspections as well as final inspections of finished weldments and sub-assemblies in alignment with weld standards and print specifications.

• Understand and have a working knowledge of company quality standards and concepts.
• Perform in-process inspections/over checks by confirming specifications; conduct visual and measurement testing/sampling
• Record and communicate required adjustments for work in process and final products to team leader, production supervisor and/or quality personnel
• Identify discrepancies between drawing specifications and final work product for immediate correction and/or future corrective action
• Assess and solve problems that may arise, to include performance of root cause analysis and proposal of countermeasures/solutions for repeat issues
• Perform submissions for engineering change requests and deviation requests as needed
• Maintain a safe work environment by adhering to all safety protocols and standards while performing job functions
• Maintain proper documentation of inspection results by completing inspection logs and reports; summarizing quality issues and filing of quality records
• Report/elevate quality related information and concerns to direct manager as needed
• Fill in as needed / Perform other duties as assigned to facilitate production flow and efficiencies

• Adequate training and experience of (minimum 1-3 years preferred)
• High school diploma or equivalent (required)
• High level of technical aptitude by related experience or technical degree (required)

• Strong positive attitude
• Print reading skills
• Good organizational and time management skills
• Ability to follow instructions given both verbally and in written form
• Ability to work methodically and meet deadlines
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to be decisive and objective
• Report results and document
• Communication – Ability to read, write and speak English. Must be able to articulate ideas and plans and communicate these accurately and effectively to others.
• Strong computer/electronics and typing skills (Microsoft office proficiency)

• Hand Tools Used: tape measure, measurement devices (micrometers, calipers) bore gauges, digital angle gauge, taps
• Equipment Used:
  Two-ton lift, ten-ton lift, lifting devices, electronic testing devices and software
• Movement:
  Constant movement includes: walking, standing;
  Frequent Movement includes: climbing, bending, kneeling, crouching/squatting
• Lift and or Carry: 50
  
  Lbs Frequently, over 20lbs constantly, Over 100lbs occasionally with assistance.
• Sensory:
  Hearing, Speech, Vision, Smell, Tactile