QC Inspector 3

Energy Solutions, LLC; Northern (KY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

EnergySolutions is seeking a QC Inspector to inspect products and oversee vendor performance, ensuring compliance with ASME/AWS codes and quality requirements.

The role includes developing QC plans, performing inspections (dimensional, NDE, receipt, in-process), reviewing vendor docs, and guiding Level 1/2 QC staff. Excellent communication and computer skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Education: High School diploma or GED.
• Certification: Jaeger 2 visual acuity test; AWS Welding Inspector certification preferred.
• Experience: Minimum 6 years as a QC inspector.

Responsibilities

• Inspect products to ensure regulatory and design compliance.
• Oversee vendor performance and acceptance of products/services.
• Develop and maintain QC plans, procedures and checklists.
• Perform and document inspections (dimensional, in-process, receipt, release).
• Perform and document nondestructive examinations (NDE).
• Review vendor documentation for compliance with design/procedural documents.
• Provide direction to QC personnel and support training/examinations for Level 1 and 2 inspectors.

Skills

Communication

MS Office

Engineering drawings

Measuring tools

Calibration

Inspection planning

Vendor evaluations

NDE/NDT methods

Visual acuity Jaeger

Color vision

Education

High School Diploma

Jaeger 2 visual acuity test

AWS Welding Inspector certification (ASNT-TC-1A)

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Thickness gauges

Torque wrenches

Jaeger chart

Job description

Job Description/Tasks/Responsibilities

• Is responsible for inspecting products manufactured or processed by EnergySolutions to ensure compliance with industry and regulatory standards.
• Oversees vendor performance to ensure acceptance of products and services.
• Performs inspections to ensure established standards—especially those related to design control, procurement, inspection and testing—are maintained and EnergySolutions customers receive high-quality products and services.
• Provides quality control (QC) oversight and support to ensure compliance with governing requirements and to help ensure high-quality products and services for EnergySolutions customers.
• Develops and maintains QC plans, procedures and checklists used during the inspection of fabrication activities.
• Performs and documents inspections (e.g., dimensional inspections, in-process inspections, receipt inspections and release inspections) of fabricated and/or purchased components.
• Performs and documents nondestructive examinations (NDE) on fabricated and/or purchased components.
• Reviews inspection results and completes reports on inspection activities in accordance with applicable procedures.
• Performs reviews of vendor-supplied documentation (e.g., welding procedure specifications, performance qualification records, NDE procedures, NDE reports, NDE personnel qualifications/certifications and inspection and test plans and procedures) for compliance with design, procurement and procedural documents.
• Performs independent project surveillances as assigned.
• Provides direction and guidance to vendors on QC matters.
• Supports the resolution of nonconforming conditions.
• Provides direction and guidance to QC Inspector 1 and QC Inspector 2 workers and provide training and examinations for Level 1 and 2 personnel, including certification in approved methods.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements/Skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office products
• Proven ability to read and interpret engineering design drawings, including standard weld symbols
• Demonstrated ability to properly use various measuring and test equipment to perform inspection, examination and testing activities (e.g., micrometers, calipers, thickness gauges and torque wrenches)
• Demonstrated ability to set up and calibrate equipment and to interpret evaluation results with respect to applicable codes, standards and specifications
• Detailed knowledge of developing inspection plans and source verification plans
• Detailed knowledge of performing vendor evaluations
• Demonstrated ability to develop, qualify and approve inspection procedures, including establishing and approving nondestructive examination (NDE) techniques
• Demonstrated ability to interpret American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) and AWS codes, standards, specifications and procedures and to designate the specific nondestructive test (NDT) methods, techniques and procedures to be used
• Ability to operate basic computer programs (for example Word, Excel)
• Capable of reading Jaeger number 2 or equivalent type and size letters at a distance of not less than 12 inches on a standard Jaeger test chart (with or without correction)
• Ability to distinguish and differentiate contrast between colors used in the inspection/test method (e.g., Ishihara's tests for color blindness, or equivalent)

Physical/Mental Requirements and Working Conditions

• Ability to handle, grip and reach above or below shoulder
• Ability to use hands to accomplish tasks as assigned
• Ability to climb ladders
• Ability to carry and manipulate up to 20 pounds
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, climb, bend/stoop and balance
• Ability to effectively communicate; pass audiogram in hearing conservation program as required by location
• Ability to see close and distance; basic colors/shades
• Ability to work inside an office, outside and in extreme temperatures
• Ability to work with moving objects/hazardous machines and slippery/uneven walking surfaces
• Ability to work alone, work with others, and interact with the public
• Ability to drive a vehicle, travel overnight and perform under deadline pressure

Minimum Education, Experience and Certification Requirements

• Education High School diploma or GED
• Certifications Ability to pass a Jaeger 2 visual acuity test and receive certification Certification as an ASNT-TC-1A American Welding Society (AWS) certification as a welding inspector preferred

Required Experience

• A minimum of 6 years of experience as a QC inspector

Preferred Experience

• None

EnergySolutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.