Quality Assurance Technician (CWI)

Wagstaff, Inc.; Spokane Valley (WA); On-site; USD 38,572 - 50,971; Full time

Job summary

Wagstaff, Inc. is seeking a Quality Assurance Technician to join our QA team. The role focuses on weld and NDE inspections, using precision tools and ERP/QMS systems to ensure product quality and compliance.

You will interact with coworkers, auditors, customers, suppliers, and visitors while contributing to problem-solving and continuous improvement. The position offers opportunities to advance within a growing manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two (2) years of QA experience, or five (5) years of manufacturing experience.
• Ability to read blueprints and use dimensional inspection hand-tools, including calipers and micrometers.
• Familiarity with ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) and QMS (Quality Management Systems).
• Familiarity with both Corrective Action/Preventive Action and Non-Conformance processes.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, audit, and report on materials, services, processes, and products to verify compliance with company quality standards.
• Inspect and use tools as necessary for MT, VT, PT, and dimensional inspections.
• Inspect both in-process and finished weldments and parts for quality and compliance.
• Audit welder performance and compliance to requirements.
• Represent Wagstaff and the Quality Assurance team in interactions with co-workers, auditors, customers, suppliers, and visitors.
• Communicate quality-related issues with co-workers, customers, and suppliers.
• Prepare inspection reports in both electronic and paper format.
• Collect, monitor, organize, report, and distribute data related to Quality department functions.
• Use and process information using digital ERP and QMS systems.
• Follow all company policies.
• Contribute to cross-training activities as needed.
• Assist with specialized inspections.
• Work more than 40 hours per week when needed to meet business objectives.
• Participate in internal quality audits.
• Support problem-solving and continuous improvement efforts, including participating in Corrective Action and Preventive Action teams.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

QA experience

Blueprint reading

Dimensional inspection

ERP familiarity

QMS familiarity

CAPA processes

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Job description

Description

As an employee of Wagstaff, you’ll enjoy:

Paid non-working holidays

Monthly, site-wide BBQs

Up to 8% retirement contribution

Annual bonus program

1200 Sqft onsite gym, accessible 24/hrs a day

Family-friendly, company-wide events

To review our full benefits summary, please visit https://www.wagstaff.com/Wagstaff/Careers.htm

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Pay: $28 - $37 per hour, depending on experience

Schedule: Monday - Thursday, 10 hours, 5:00 am - 3:30 pm

Sign On Bonus: $5,000

Job Summary

As a Quality Assurance Technician on Wagstaff’s Quality Assurance team, you will help maintain our reputation for precision and quality. If you have experience performing Weld and NDE inspections and are ready to advance your career, we invite you to join our growing team of Quality Assurance Technicians.

In this role, you will use precision tools and techniques to perform inspections that directly support project success at Wagstaff. Your attention to detail and communication skills will support effective interactions with co‑workers, auditors, customers, suppliers, and visitors, while also contributing to problem‑solving and continuous improvement efforts. If this opportunity sounds challenging and rewarding, we encourage you to apply today.

Primary Job Responsibilities

• Inspect, audit, and report on materials, services, processes, and products to verify compliance with company quality standards.
• Inspect and use tools as necessary for MT, VT, PT, and dimensional inspections.
• Inspect both in-process and finished weldments and parts for quality and compliance.
• Audit welder performance and compliance to requirements.
• Represent Wagstaff and the Quality Assurance team in interactions with co‑workers, auditors, customers, suppliers, and visitors.
• Communicate quality‑related issues with co‑workers, customers, and suppliers.
• Prepare inspection reports in both electronic and paper format.
• Collect, monitor, organize, report, and distribute data related to Quality department functions.
• Use and process information using digital ERP and QMS systems.
• Follow all company policies.
• Contribute to cross‑training activities as needed.
• Assist with specialized inspections.
• Work more than 40 hours per week when needed to meet business objectives.
• Participate in internal quality audits.
• Support problem‑solving and continuous improvement efforts, including participating in Corrective Action and Preventive Action teams.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum of two (2) years of QA experience, or five (5) years of manufacturing experience; equivalent education and experience may be considered.
• Ability to read blueprints and use dimensional inspection hand‑tools, including calipers and micrometers.
• Familiarity with the use of ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) and QMS (Quality Management Systems).
• Familiarity with both Corrective Action/Preventive Action and Non‑Conformance processes.

Must have at least one of the following certifications:

• Certified Weld Inspector (CWI)
• Level II or higher NDE certification in Visual Examination (VT)
• Level II or higher Magnetic Particle (MT)
• Level II or higher Liquid Penetrant (PT)
• ASQ Certified Quality Inspector
• ASQ Certified Quality Technician certification

Working Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be exposed to moving mechanical parts, machinery and equipment, and vibration. The employee may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals. While performing some job duties, there is a risk of electrical shock and other risks associated with a manufacturing environment. Job duties may require work in high, precarious places, work in outside weather conditions, and exposure to extreme temperatures in some cases. The noise level in the working environment is often loud. Because of this environment and associated risks, use of job appropriate personal protective equipment and clothing is required.

Employment at Wagstaff is dependent on successfully passing a company‑paid drug screening and background check upon hire. Benefits eligibility is subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable policies, plans and programs of Wagstaff.

Wagstaff, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other characteristics protected by law.