Mechanical QA/QC Specialist — Field & Project Closeouts

Baker Group; Altoona (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Baker Group in Altoona, IA, is seeking a QAQC Specialist - Mechanical to support planning, tracking and documentation of quality across Mechanical projects. You will coordinate quality activities, participate in audits and inspections, and assist with project closeouts.

The role requires strong attention to detail, experience with quality systems and field-to-shop coordination, and travel to job sites as needed to ensure compliance with client specs and industry codes.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or equivalent practical experience with 4+ years in construction, fabrication, quality, or project execution.
• Proficient with Microsoft 365 applications (Excel/Word) for analysis and reporting.
• Familiarity with Procore/Stratus or similar systems preferred.
• Experience with mechanical piping fabrication, welding docs or closeout preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as QAQC primary point of contact at the project level.
• Own and manage ITPs and action plans in Procore.
• Review MTRs and validate material traceability data.
• Coordinate QAQC closeout packages and audits.
• Travel to project sites to support QAQC activities.
• Lead kickoff meetings and communicate quality requirements.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Communication skills

Analytical/problem-solving mindset

Ability to manage multiple workflows

Office and field work adaptability

Education

Associate's degree in related field

Equivalent practical experience

Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)

Certified Associate Welding Inspector (CAWI)

Tools

Procore

Stratus

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft 365

Job description

Baker Group in Altoona, IA, is seeking a QAQC Specialist - Mechanical to support planning, tracking and documentation of quality across Mechanical projects. You will coordinate quality activities, participate in audits and inspections, and assist with project closeouts.

The role requires strong attention to detail, experience with quality systems and field-to-shop coordination, and travel to job sites as needed to ensure compliance with client specs and industry codes.