Shop Inspector (CWI) – Flexible Contract QC Expert

Kiwa Group; Jamestown (ND); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiwa PPI is expanding its Quality Control team with experienced QC Specialists. In this role, you will perform and witness inspections and testing activities to ensure compliance with industry codes, customer specifications, and Kiwa PPI procedures.

You will verify equipment calibration, confirm technician certifications, and produce clear, accurate inspection reports that support informed decision-making. As the Customer Representative at supplier and fabrication sites, you will promote safe

Qualifications

• Current CWI certification.
• 5+ years of shop inspection experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Thorough understanding of third-party inspection processes (NDE, FAT, Assembly, etc.).
• Understanding of and experience with industry quality standards and codes (API, ASNT, ASME, NACE, DS-1).
• Adequate verbal and written communication skills to interface with customers and co-workers.
• Basic PC skills and proficiency with spreadsheets.

Responsibilities

• Witness inspections and testing per inspection test plans and industry standards.
• Verify calibration of inspection equipment and certifications.
• Validate technician certifications are current for the scope of activity.
• Act as Customer Representative with suppliers on scheduling, deliveries, and execution.
• Generate reports documenting rejection and acceptance of inspections and testing activities.
• Communicate job progression and results to project coordinators and customers.

Skills

CWI certification

5+ years shop inspection

Third-party inspection knowledge

Industry standards/codes knowledge

Verbal & written communication

Spreadsheets

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Spreadsheets

Job description

Kiwa PPI is expanding its Quality Control team with experienced QC Specialists. In this role, you will perform and witness inspections and testing activities to ensure compliance with industry codes, customer specifications, and Kiwa PPI procedures.

You will verify equipment calibration, confirm technician certifications, and produce clear, accurate inspection reports that support informed decision-making. As the Customer Representative at supplier and fabrication sites, you will promote safe