Supplier Quality Inspector

Andritz; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Supplier Quality Inspector, where your expertise in quality assurance will contribute to sustainable technology and innovation in the hydropower industry. This role involves significant travel to supplier locations, conducting inspections, and ensuring compliance with quality standards. You will work in a dynamic environment, collaborating with engineers and vendors to solve problems and maintain high-quality standards. If you are detail-oriented and motivated to make a difference in a fast-paced setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Dental Insurance

Extended Health Insurance

401k Matching

Annual Bonus Program

Employee Assistance Program

Individualized Training and Career Plan

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in the hydropower industry or industrial construction.
• NDT/NDE technical experience is essential for this role.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections and tests on parts and assemblies to ensure quality.
• Prepare quality records and investigate non-conformances.

Skills

NDT/NDE Technical Experience

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

BS in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Material Science)

Associate Degree from a Technical School

Tools

Micrometers

Vernier Calipers

Height Gauges

Dial Indicators

Oscilloscopes

Component Testers

MS Office Suite

Job description

ANDRITZ Hydropower North America is part of an international technology group with an extensive portfolio of sustainable products and solutions. ANDRITZ aims to make the greatest possible contribution to a sustainable future and help its customers achieve their sustainability goals. The group has around 29,800 employees and over 280 locations in more than 40 countries.

As the first equipment manufacturer in North America and a world leader in the design of hydroelectric turbines, ANDRITZ Hydropower North America has more than 185 years of know-how.
In a context of energy transition, our hydroelectric innovation projects make sense. From design to construction, our innovative team of experts offers turnkey solutions. By joining ANDRITZ Hydropower, you are contributing to the development of sustainable technology, and a clean future.

From water to wire – Be part of the movement!

Supplier Quality Inspector

Charlotte, NC - hybrid

Summary of the role

The Supplier Quality Inspector role plays a key role in assessing the quality of machinery and parts manufactured by our vendors. This person is well experienced with different types of materials testing and travels to our suppliers' locations to conduct these inspections. Although based out of our Charlotte, NC office, the role includes significant travel.

The following responsibilities form the core of this role:

• Inspects parts, assemblies, and finished products in accordance with contract and corporate specifications; follows the company’s inspection guidelines to conduct visual, dimensional, mechanical, electrical tests, and functional inspections on a wide variety of components, assemblies, equipment, systems, supplies, and materials in the US and abroad.
• Represents Andritz Hydro’s interests and communicates effectively with clients and vendors in a respectful and professional manner.
• Prepares and maintains quality records and inspection reports.
• Investigates and documents the root cause of non-conformances.
• Conducts problem-solving and resolution, collaborating with vendors, engineering, project management, and customers.
• Develops, implements, applies, and/or witnesses NDT techniques and procedures.
• Applies knowledge of Supplier Quality Engineering methodologies and NDT methods for input to design reviews, failure analysis, quality program plans, and construction documentation.
• Develops and maintains healthy working relationships with clients and subcontractors.
• While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; talk or hear; and frequently required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Writes Inspection and Test Plans.
• Participates and steers root cause analysis.
• Takes actions necessary to ensure compliance with contract requirements.
• Stops work activities in the event of a quality issue.
• Accepts or rejects testing results and items of work.
• Creates inspection planning within budget for the project.
• Measures or directs the verification of the features of components.
• Inspection duties may include up to 90% travel.

Do you fit the profile?
Successful teams share objectives, and they also share values! In addition to solid skills and experience, we need someone with strong motivation, a positive mindset, and a willingness to be part of a team.

The ideal candidate should be willing to work in a complex, fast-paced environment, with evolving priorities. Results and solution-oriented candidates who follow through with ideas and commitments will perform well within ANDRITZ. As our projects have large scopes and often require years to be completed, your perseverance will be valued with us.

• A BS degree in engineering (preferably in mechanical, electrical, or material science).
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in the hydropower industry or equivalent experience in an industrial construction environment.
• NDT/NDE related technical experience.

OR

• Associate Degree (A.A.) or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school.
• 5+ years of experience in the hydropower industry preferred or an equivalent education and experience in an industrial construction or manufacturing environment.
• CWI or possess the education and experience required to qualify for certification and a working knowledge of ASME and AWS Codes.
• NDT/NDE related technical experience and/or qualified to pass Level 2 certification in RT, UT, PT, and/or MT is a plus.

Additional Competencies

• A working knowledge of ASME, AWS, CSA, and ISO Codes.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting complex engineering drawings.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented individual with good judgment.
• Proven ability to creatively overcome problems and work with minimal supervision.
• Ability and experience with typical equipment, such as micrometers, Vernier calipers, height gauges, dial indicators, oscilloscopes, component testers, and the like.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, complex engineering drawings, and procedure manuals.
• Able to lift and/or move up to 30 pounds or more.
• MS Office suite compatible for correspondence and reporting.
• Laser metrology experience with machined parts is a plus.

What do we offer?

• Life, disability, dental, and extended health insurance;
• 401k matching;
• Hybrid work model;
• Annual bonus program;
• Employee assistance program;
• Employee individualized training and career plan.

Did you know?
ANDRITZ Hydro has:

• Over 185 years of experience in turbine design.
• Over 489,000 MW of installed and upgraded capacity.
• Over 33,200 turbine units delivered.
• Over 135 years in electrical engineering.
• 65 representative offices worldwide.
• More than 6100 employees worldwide.
• Over 50 Compact Hydro units per year.
• A complete range of designs up to 800 MW.
• 20 manufacturing sites worldwide.
• 20% of all turbines in operation worldwide.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.