Quality Control Inspector

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Charleroi (Washington County); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Job summary

Wabtec in Charleroi, PA is hiring a Quality Control Inspector to verify materials and assemblies meet required specifications. The role involves inspecting during incoming, in-process, and final stages, reviewing quality documentation, and supporting corrective actions to ensure safe, reliable products.

The position requires a High School Diploma or GED, with preferred technical schooling and 3–5 years of quality inspection experience in manufacturing.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Technical school training or related education preferred.
• 3–5 years of quality inspection experience in manufacturing preferred.
• Experience interpreting engineering drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Incoming material inspection of raw materials, components, and assemblies.
• In-process inspections during fabrication, refractory, assembly, and paint.
• Final inspections prior to shipment; verify product configuration and labeling.
• Maintain inspection records and quality documentation; review MTRs and COIs.
• Identify nonconformances, generate NCRs, and assist in root cause investigations.

Skills

Quality inspection

Reading blueprints

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Technical training / related education

Tools

Tape measures

Calipers

Micrometers

Height gauges

Thread gauges

Surface profile gauges

Weld gauges

Measuring instruments

Job description

How Will You Make a Difference?

The Quality Control Inspector is responsible for verifying that materials, fabricated components, welded assemblies, coatings, refractory installations, and finished products meet all customer, engineering, industry, regulatory, and company quality requirements. The inspector conducts inspections throughout the manufacturing process, reviews quality documentation, identifies nonconforming conditions, and supports corrective actions to ensure products are delivered safely, reliably, and in compliance with applicable specifications.

This is a union position with a pay rate of $38.11/hour.

What Do We Want to Know About You?

Education

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Technical school training, manufacturing certification, or related education preferred.

Experience

• Minimum 3-5 years of quality inspection experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience interpreting engineering drawings and specifications.
• Experience inspecting fabricated weldments, assemblies, and industrial equipment preferred. Prior welding experience is a plus.
• Experience with material traceability and quality documentation preferred.

Technical Skills

• Ability to read and interpret:
  • Engineering drawings
  • Blueprints
  • Specifications
  • Bills of Material (BOMs)
  • Welding documents
  • Quality procedures
• Knowledge of:
  • Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
  • Welding inspection principles
  • Material certifications
  • Manufacturing processes
  • Dimensional inspection techniques

Inspection Equipment - Must be proficient in using tape measures, calipers, micrometers, height gauges, thread gauges, thickness gauges, dual indicators, surface profile gauges, weld gauges, and precision measuring instruments.

Computer Skills – Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite products, Microsoft Outlook, ERP/MRP systems, electronic quality management systems, and digital inspection reporting systems.

What Will Your Typical Day Look Like?

Incoming Material Inspection

• Inspect incoming raw materials, components, purchased parts, and outsourced machined and fabrication components and assemblies.
• Verify welding activities are performed in accordance with approved Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS).
• Perform visual weld inspections in accordance with applicable codes and standards.
• Identify weld discontinuities and ensure corrective actions are implemented and documented.
• Verify material certifications, heat numbers, traceability records, and compliance with purchase order requirements.
• Review Mill Test Reports (MTRs), Certificates of Compliance (COCs), and supplier quality documentation.
• Confirm proper identification and storage of incoming materials.
• Document and report material discrepancies or supplier quality issues.

In-Process Inspection

• Work with the group leaders and shop employees to perform dimensional inspections of assemblies and components during in-shop fabrication (when required), refractory, assembly, and paint.
• Verify compliance with manufacturing drawings, specifications, work instructions, and quality plans.
• Conduct visual inspections of assemblies throughout production.
• Monitor compliance with established manufacturing and quality procedures.
• Work with the group leaders to perform first article, in-process, and final inspections as required.
• Assist/support in burner repair inspection in coordination with engineering and production.

Final Inspection

• Conduct comprehensive final inspections prior to shipment.
• Verify product configuration, dimensions, labeling, documentation, and customer-specific requirements.
• Ensure all quality documentation is complete and accurate.
• Approve products for shipment when requirements are satisfied.

Documentation and Records

• Maintain accurate physical and electronic inspection records, reports, and quality documentation.
• Complete inspection checklists and reports in a timely manner.
• Review manufacturing travelers, routers, and quality packages for completeness.
• Ensure traceability and record retention requirements are maintained.
• Assist in preparing quality data for customer reviews and audits.

Nonconformance Management

• Identify, document, and segregate nonconforming materials and products.
• Generate nonconformance reports (NCRs).
• Participate in root cause investigations and corrective action activities.
• Verify effectiveness of corrective actions when implemented.
• Perform quality inspections at vendor facilities as required.
• Verify vendor compliance with approved drawings, specifications, purchase order requirements, and quality expectations.
• Review vendor manufacturing and inspection records.
• Ensure vendor documentation packages are complete prior to shipment.
• Assist during customer audits and regulatory audits.
• Interface professionally with customers, suppliers, inspectors, and regulatory representatives.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives.
• Recommend improvements to inspection methods, processes, and quality systems.
• Support Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement activities.
• Promote a culture of quality and product compliance throughout the organization.

Physical Requirements

• Frequent standing and walking throughout production areas.
• Frequent bending, climbing, kneeling, and reaching.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to work in manufacturing, warehouse, and outdoor environments.

Working Conditions

• Manufacturing and industrial shop environment.
• Exposure to welding operations, machining, grinding, paint operations, and material handling activities.
• May require overtime, weekends, or off-shift work based on production schedules and customer requirements.
• Occasional travel to suppliers or customer sites may be required.

Additional Information

Our job titles may span more than one career level. The hourly rate for this role is $38.11/hour. More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, are available at mywabtecbenefits.com.

What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First?

At Wabtec, it’s not just about a job - it’s about the impact you make. When our people come together, we’re Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other.

If you’re ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you.

Who are we?

Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether it’s freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together – are accelerating the future of transportation. With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike.

Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We’re lifelong learners, obsessed with better. Learn more at www.WabtecCorp.com.

Culture powers us and the possibilities.

We believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create a place where everyone belongs. We’re building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress.

We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more.

Need accommodation? Just let us know - we’ve got you.