Quality Assurance Specialist NWD

Location: Paducah, Kentucky

Title: Quality Assurance Specialist

Schedule (FT/PT): Regular Full Time

Travel Required: No

Government Clearance: Ability to Obtain

North Wind Dynamics, LLC is an Alaska Native Corporation-owned SBA-certified 8(a) small, disadvantaged business. NWD specializes in facilities maintenance, management, and operations support, delivering reliable, mission-aligned services that ensure smooth day-to-day operations and long-term infrastructure resilience. Services include: base operations support services; facilities management/maintenance (MEP, etc.); landscaping, janitorial & pest control; environmental support (waste management, exposure assessments, etc.); safety and quality management;

training & records management; IT data center management; safeguards, security & access controls; equipment maintenance; logistics and materials management.

Under general supervision, the incumbent serves as a Quality Assurance (QA) Specialist, providing QA services for the infrastructure contract scope of work to help in maintaining compliance with customer QA requirements.

(Other duties may be assigned.)

• Perform Issue Tracking System data management and reporting.
• Perform Supplier Evaluations as assigned and in accordance with implementing procedures.
• Perform and support assessments as assigned and in accordance with implementing procedures.
• Perform receipt inspections in accordance with implementing procedures.
• Initiate Non-Conformance Reports as identified and track to closure.
• Perform fact findings and causal analyses as assigned and in accordance with implementing procedures.
• Review Work Orders and Purchase Requisition s to ensure proper flow down of QA requirements.
• Serve as the OPEX Program Coordinator in accordance with implementing procedure.

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Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, applied science or technical field preferred.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience implementing QA program requirements (e.g., project management, regulatory compliance monitoring, quality control, quality inspections, operations, maintenance).
• Training and experience in auditing to a recognized industry quality standard (e.g., ISO 9001).

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite of software applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Familiarity with data entry and use of web-based applications (databases).
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and use of error prevention techniques.

• Must be a citizen of the United States and authorized to work in the US.
• Must have a valid driver's license and be able to operate a government vehicle.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain an "L" Department of Energy security clearance, if requested.

• Previous U.S. Department of Energy QA experience and knowledge of DOE O 414.1 is highly preferred.
• Previous ISO 9001:2015 experience preferred.
• NQA-1 Lead Auditor certification or other nationally recognized quality program certification in auditing (e.g., ASQ Certified Quality Auditor or Certified Quality Engineer) desired.

• Must be able to meet the physical capacity requirements of this position as determined by the Occupational Medical Provider.
• Able to wear company-provided personal protection equipment if/when required.
• Must be able and willing to work in a radiological facility.
• Must be willing to work in the field as needed to support projects.

The work is conducted both indoors and outdoors. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is normally mild to moderate. The employee will be exposed to moving mechanical equipment, machinery, and vehicles. The employee must be able to stand for long periods and walk across uneven terrain.

North Wind offers a competitive pay and benefits package to include health, life, and disability insurance benefits, 401(k) with company match, generous paid leave and tuition reimbursement for eligible employees. As a company, we are committed to employee wellness, professional development, and work-life balance. We value safety, reliability, and commitment to our people!

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The nature of those…