Quality Control Inspector III

Epsilon Systems Solutions, Inc. has a job opportunity for a Quality Control Inspector III in Portsmouth, VA.

Summary:

Directly reports to the QA Supervisor. Inspects and monitors work performed on government and commercial work items, specializing in Hull, Mechanical and Electrical Inspections for Quality compliance. Provide assistance to onsite management for quality assurance, safety requirements and other needs as requested. Provides project QA inspections and testing as needed.

Non-Supervisory. Provide assistance to onsite management for quality assurance, safety requirements and other needs as requested. Provide project QA inspections and testing as needed.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Reviews work packages prior to start-work for completeness, accuracy and compliance with technical specifications and customer requirements.
• Follows basic Test and Inspection Plans for projects.
• Performs in-process work surveillances, safety surveillances and assists production management with final work-package review after work-completion.
• Performs internal in-process audits to monitor compliance with company procedures and performs external audits to evaluate supplier performance while on worksite.
• Communicates to the QAS to help prepare Corrective Action Requests, and Preventative Action requests as related to production work to ensure compliance with established policies, procedures and work instructions.
• Assists Program Managers, Project Managers, and Supervisors/Foreman in the compliance of NAVSEA Standard Item and other customer related requirements to ensure work is conducted accurately and safely.
• When assigned to an on-site project, supports the Project Manager and Supervisor/Foreman to ensure all documentation is completed as required.
• Assists production in other ways as necessary (i.e. Fire Watch, Tank Watch, general cleaning, material control, etc.).
• Monitors compliance with company Quality and Safety Management Systems, Workmanship standards and Customer requirements.
• Follows safety, quality control and inspection procedures for test and inspection plans for production Work-Packages and QA Work Books.
• Follows test standards and specifies test equipment associated with requirements established in test and inspection plans.
• Schedules and conducts in-process "Self-Assessment", in-process Safety/Quality Assurance inspections, Audit and Surveillances for the assigned Project Manager.
• Performs audits and surveillances of suppliers/subcontractors for in-process work.
• Coordinates with customer QA/Safety representatives to coordinate inspection and acceptance activities.
• Reviews QA/Safety control requirements with customer representative to assure compliance with requirements.
• Reviews contractually required quality/safety documentation for accuracy and completeness for project/job/contract completion.
• Maintains OQE records retention.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the QA director or project manager (when assigned to a worksite).

Job Requirements:

GED minimal education and specialized training and certifications in Quality Assurance with 8 years total waterfront experience with 5 years Quality Inspection/Testing experience.

Travel:
Must be able to travel for extended periods of time (85%)

Job Training:
Safety, Quality Assurance and NAVSEA Standards for shipboard work.

Certifications:
Quality Assurance Inspector, NACE/NBPI (desired), NDT Level II (desired)

Base Access: Must be able to obtain and maintain access to U.S Military bases and shipyards for performance of job duties. Must be able to obtain and maintain Secret Security Clearance. Pursuant to the various government contractual requirements, all applicants must be a U.S. Citizen.

Preferred Requirements:

Bachelors Degree and 4 years waterfront Quality Inspection/Testing experience.

Bachelors Degree may be substituted with a completed Maritime Trade School / Apprenticeship with 5 years waterfront Quality Assurance experience OR 4 years military service with specialized training and certifications in Quality Inspection/Testing.

Knowledge:

Knowledgeable in shipyard, maritime, and commercial work practices, quality assurance, safety, Metal-work and contracting methods.

Knowledge of Navy ship repair processes and procedures to include extensive Level I, SUBSAFE and SOC quality inspection experience.

Knowledge of OSHA Regulations for Shipyard Employment, NAVSEA Standard Items, Joint Fleet Maintenance Manual (JFMM), NAVSHIPS Tech Manuals (NSTM), and DOD Standards, Military Specifications, Performance Standards, and other customer related specifications and standards

Knowledgeable in all aspects of workplace Safety.

Engineering and Technology - Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.

Mathematics - Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.

Production and Processing - Knowledge of raw…