Bus Quality Assurance Representative Job Saint Cloud area,Minnesota USA,Quality Assurance

Position: Bus Quality Assurance Representative 1

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Bus Quality Assurance Representative 1

Date: Jul 6, 2026

Location: St. Cloud, MN, US

Company: Hatch

Requisition : 99975

Job Category: Infrastructure;
Commissioning;
Consulting;
Engineering

Location: St. Cloud, MN, United States

Hatch is currently seeking qualified candidates for an on-site Bus Inspector to work in Saint Cloud, MN
.

Candidates should possess ASQ certification as a Quality Engineer and/or Quality Inspector and have bus and/or automotive experience working at suppliers, bus builders or transit authorities. Requirements include in depth knowledge of ISO 9001:2015, familiarity with commonly used ASTM standards, experience auditing internally & externally, knowledge of root cause investigation, calibration, measurement accuracy, effective corrective and preventive action, problem solving, process improvement, best workmanship practices, experience in creating and/or reviewing manufacturing and test & inspection plans.

Candidates must possess excellent written and oral communications skills, and the ability to work well alone or in a team. Experience in manufacturing & production environments is desired. Experience in the automotive industry, and/or with bus production, overhaul and/or testing is strongly desired. High school diploma with technical schooling or associate degree is required. AWS certification as a Welding Inspector is preferred but not required.

Additional experience and successful levels of responsibility may be considered as a substitute for technical schooling or an associate degree.

BUS FACTORY RESIDENT INSPECTOR

Minimum Qualifications:

High School graduate with technical schooling or associate degree and a minimum of 5 years of rail vehicle experience. Recognized Industry certifications, such as ASQ Certified Quality Inspector/Engineer/Auditor are desired. AWS certification as a Welding Inspector is preferred.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Physical inspection of components and systems of in-process and/or completed buses to determine that work is in accordance with approved drawings and the Contract requirements and technical specifications.
Review of Bus manufacturer test and inspection records, follow-up on the status of documented nonconforming items, corrective actions and various project open items.
Inspection and review of prototype and first article equipment and detailed descriptions of review findings.
Witness test and assembly procedures performed in the production of buses to determine that the operation is in accordance with the Contract Specification, approved procedures and/or accepted industry standards.
Prepare and submit proper documentation upon completion of inspections.
Investigate and assist in the resolution of quality problems.
Complete and submit Weekly Site Quality Reports to the Project Manager via accurate PowerPoint presentations noting the manufacturer’s status compared to the production schedule.
Clearly and concisely report all non-compliances against the specification or approved drawings.
Participate in quality assurance and manufacturing audits and daily/weekly quality meetings with the bus manufacturer.
Acquire/ Coordinate assistance with the Hatch Project Engineering staff to resolve problems or acquire technical input.
Must possess the ability to read and interpret drawings & standards and use precision measuring devices.
Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions

We’re committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know.

We’ll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.

Base Compensation: $90,000 - $105,000 (Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)

Hatch is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to…