Craft - Quality Inspector

RES; Iowa; On-site; USD 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision

401(k) plan with 6% company match

Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays

Paid Parental Leave

Wellness programs

Job summary

RES is seeking a QA/QC Inspector to assist the Quality Supervisor by conducting audits and inspections to ensure adherence to project standards. The role requires reading design drawings, specifications, and inspection plans and reporting results to ensure corrective actions are taken when necessary.

You will perform 100% inspections on assigned work, document findings, and help maintain documentation and records. A strong focus on safety and accuracy is expected throughout daily tasks.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED; 0–2 years experience.
• Industrial QA/QC audit experience preferred.
• Wind/Solar or Renewable Energy industry experience preferred.
• Ability to read design drawings and inspection plans.
• Under supervision with opportunity for growth.

Responsibilities

• Performs 100% inspections on work within scope.
• Inspects equipment and materials for quality.
• Documents inspections and coordinates corrective actions with Quality Supervisor.
• May initiate NCRs and observations for vendor non-conformances.
• Ensures Job Books are up to date with QA/QC records.
• Coordinates with inspectors or technicians to support inspections.

Skills

QA/QC audits

Inspection

Documentation

Safety

Communication

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Some college preferred

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Description

We are committed to building a workplace where everyone feels heard and respected, and extending our culture of care so that every individual can reach their full potential. We want you to have a sense of belonging and feel valued for your contributions and the perspectives you bring.

Summary:

Assists the Quality Supervisor by performing audits and inspections to ensure standards of quality are maintained within their area of expertise.

Requirements:

Contract:

• Familiar with and understands how to read design drawings, specifications, installation guides, standard work instructions, benchmarks and inspection and test plans and forms to be used to during the inspection process.

Inspecting:

• Performs 100% inspections on work completed within the scope of work assigned.
• Inspects applicable equipment and materials for quality.
• Documents completed inspections appropriately and reviews with Quality Supervisor to assign corrective actions for work that does not meet specifications, contract requirements or installation guides.

Reporting:

• Accurately documents the results of audits, inspections, and tests.
• Reports results of all inspections to the Quality Supervisor.
• Immediately halts unsafe work and reports safety issues to project leadership.
• May initiate Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) and Observations for issues of vendor non-conformance, workmanship that are reported to the Quality Supervisor for review and tracking.

Qa/Qc:

• Performs audits and inspections in areas for which they are qualified.
• Assists the Quality Coordinators in completing inspections.
• Ensures that the appropriate documentation is gathered and recorded.
• Works with Quality Coordinators to ensure Job Books are up to date.

Managerial Responsibilities:

• Coordinates with inspectors or technicians

Safety:

• Ensures that safety is the most important function, follows safe practices while working.
• Reinforces safe behaviors and eliminates "at risk" behaviors.
• Reports potentially unsafe conditions and uses materials and equipment properly.
• Ensures Job Hazard Analysis (JHA’s) occurs before scopes of work commence.
• Adheres to and understands standard operating procedures.
• Receives job- and task-specific training prior to work commencing.
• Follows technical, quality and safety systems in place and determines appropriate action.
• Follows safety and security procedures and determines appropriate action. Reports potentially unsafe conditions and uses materials and equipment properly.

Qualifications:

• HS Diploma or GED, some college preferred, or 0 – 2 years experience
• Proven industrial experience performing QA/QC audits to complete the installation of large industrial/mechanical construction projects.
• Preferred QA/QC audit experience within the Wind/Solar or Renewable Energy Industry.
• Demonstrated ability in inspection requirements in at least one discipline (civil, mechanical, foundations, erection, turbines, electrical, etc)
• Performs work under direct supervision. Handles basic issues and problems and refers more complex issues to higher-level staff. Possesses beginning to working knowledge of subject matter.

Intermediate Level Of Knowledge In:

• Communication skills
• Relationship building
• QA/QC
• Time management
• Report writing
• Maintaining accurate records
• Safety

Intermediate Level Of Knowledge In:

• General construction
• Construction and inspection requirements for the scope of work being performed.
• MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.)

Basic Knowledge In:

• Reading
• Math
• Industry standards
• Inspecting physical objects
• Heavy equipment
• Wind or Solar construction
• Collection and transmission systems (as required)
• Detailed Oriented

The final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location.

Per Diem of $95.00 daily to cover lodging, meals and travel during rotation.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision
• Health Savings Account with employer contribution
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Basic Life and Voluntary Life
• Short Term Disability
• Accident, Hospital, and Critical Illness
• 401 (k) plan with 6% company match
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Referral Bonus and Wellness programs
• Wellness Reimbursement

Physical Requirements And Environment

The work environment and physical demands characteristics are representative of those the employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This position involves Heavy Work: exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Occasionally: Carrying, climbing, crouching, grasping, gripping, handling, kneeling, pinching, pulling, pushing, lifting, reaching, and stooping are required.

Frequently: Standing and walking is required.

Constantly: Reading, vision, repetitive motions, and sitting are required. ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? Occasionally exposed to extreme cold, extreme heat, humidity, wet, noise, hazards and vibration in the working environment.

We maintain a drug-free workplace. Candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment background investigation and drug test as a condition of employment.

RES is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.