Quality Assurance Specialist

PROENERGY; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

PROENERGY is seeking a Quality Assurance Specialist to oversee gas turbine manufacturing quality and drive continual improvement. You will ensure compliance with internal and external standards, and verify that components meet customer requirements across our GTM department.

The role reports to the QA/QC Manager and is based at our Houston site, with responsibilities spanning inspection processes, data analysis, and quality investigations to maintain excellence on the shop floor.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent, some college preferred.
• 3 years of experience in quality.
• US work authorization is required; no visa sponsorship.
• Pre-employment drug screen and background check must be completed.

Responsibilities

• Assist with ISO certification requirements and liaison.
• Analyze quality data to promote continual improvement.
• Ensure nonconformance & corrective action procedures are followed and documented.
• Assist on maintaining calibrated equipment.
• Ensure inspection processes and documentation are carried out.
• Drive a culture of Quality on the shop floor.
• Assist with QMS maintenance.
• Participate in quality investigations.
• Train and instruct current and new employees.

Skills

Quality Assurance

ISO Compliance

Data Analysis

NDT Knowledge

Shop Floor Quality

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Calibrated tooling

Job description

PROENERGY is an engineering, R&D, and manufacturing powerhouse. The company addresses every need for fast-start power generation: turbine and package manufacturing, turnkey project execution, power purchase agreements, and asset lifecycle care for turbines and plants. Where others see impossible energy challenges, PROENERGY provides innovative aeroderivative solutions.

Our Footprint

PROENERGY delivers fast-start, dispatchable power solutions from worldwide centers for aeroderivative excellence. We are investing more than $1 billion through 2028 in infrastructure to serve our customers.

In Sedalia, Missouri,our 600,000 sq ft Center for Excellence in Manufacturing—a world-class investment in fast-start power and the only campus of its kind in the world is growing by 40 percent.

In Houston, Texas,our 500,000 sq ft Center for Excellence in Lifecycle Care features a Level-IV depot and aero repair facility, which executes comprehensive services for aeroderivative engines under one roof.

InKansas City, we have an office with an Engineering team that supports our sought-after solutions for turnkey projects and contracted power.

And ourworldwide service centersensure local service expertise near our customers. Our expanding service footprint includes Phoenix, Buenos Aires, New Brunswick, and additional locations in Europe, Australia, and Southeast Asia.

Our Philosophy

We take care of our people and strive to make a positive difference for the world.

• We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits that include Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life/Disability Insurance at minimal cost to the employee, 10 paid holidays, paid time off, and a 401K plan.

Position Summary

The Quality Assurance (QA) Specialist is responsible for quality control oversight and process development related to the Gas Turbine Manufacturing (GTM) Department. Ensure that Gas Turbine Manufacturing is compliant with internal and external quality standards. Responsible for quality assurance of gas turbine components provided to the customer are met.

Reports To:QA/QC Manager

Work Location:6401 North Eldridge Pkwy, Houston, TX 77041

Position Responsibilities

• Assist with all necessary requirements to meet or exceed ISO certification, as well as represent GTM as the ISO compliance specialist / liaison.
• Analyze quality data to promote continual improvement.
• Responsible for ensuring nonconformance & corrective action procedures are followed and documented.
• Assist on maintaining calibrated equipment
• Ensure inspection processes and documentation are carried out.
• Drive a culture of Quality on the shop floor.
• Assist with QMS maintenance.
• Participate in quality investigations.
• Train and instruct current and new employees.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent, some college preferred
• 3 years of experience in quality
• US work authorization is a precondition of employment. The company will not consider candidates who require sponsorship for a work-authorized visa.
• Successful candidate will need to satisfactorily complete pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Desired Qualifications

• 2 years of supervisory experience
• Candidates must meet or exceed core competency expectations for safety, quality, productivity, attendance/punctuality, and teamwork.
• Candidates must have a mechanical aptitude and use strong working knowledge of common precision tools.
• Read and interpret drawings and specifications.
• Technical understanding of NDT methods and procedures used in the Power and Aero Industries.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of Gas Turbine parts.
• Technical understanding of basic machining.
• Able analyze data and present trends.
• Technical understanding of software, hardware, networks, etc.
• Solid understanding of all NDT equipment used in repairing turbine parts and components.

Additional Functions

• Knowledge of communication principles and practices.
• Foundational knowledge of the PROENERGY Quality Management System.
• Proficiency in use of calibrated tooling.
• Ability to function as Internal Auditor.
• Ability to analyze and resolve problems in a logical and effective manner.
• Ability to simultaneously manage multiple job assignments.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to follow directions and procedures.
• Adaptable to changing schedules.
• Team player, always looking for ways to improve.

It is PROENERGY's policy to provide equal opportunity in employment to all its employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, national origin, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, military status, or any other characteristic protected by State or Federal law.