Quality Assurance Inspector III Details

Quality Assurance Inspector III

SOUTHCOAST WELDING - Chula Vista, CA

Employment Type : Full-Time

QUALITY ASSURANCE INSPECTOR III

CLASSIFICATION (FLSA): NON-EXEMPT

REPORTS TO: Quality Assurance Supervisor

JOB DESCRIPTION

SUMMARY/OBJECTIVE

The Quality Assurance Inspector III is responsible for attending and documenting the results of in-process and final inspections for work accomplished onboard naval vessels and at SCW&M facility. This position will be the Lead QA Inspector and point of contact for all quality related matters for multiple availabilities. The QA Inspector will act as a liaison between the Customer and trades/subcontractors when (G) checkpoints are required to be accomplished. Results of inspections will be documented on inspection records. This employee will be responsible for creating and overseeing updates to the Test and Inspection Plans (TIPs) and accessing/extracting data from the Naval Maintenance Database (NMD). Additional responsibilities will include electronic filing of records and notifying supervision when discrepancies are identified. Aids with additional tasks as directed by the QA Supervisor/Manager.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS / DUTIES

• Manages multiple projects simultaneously from beginning to end ensuring completeness.
• Assesses potential risks, ensures compliance to all contractual requirements.
• Act as the Lead QA and point of contact for multiple availabilities.
• Responsible for training and providing guidance to entry level QA Inspectors
• Schedule and coordinate checkpoints with customers, trades, and sub-contractors.
• Perform and accept/reject (I), (V), (G), AND (Q) inspections as required to work completion.
• Prepares inspection reports and maintains records.
• Initiate Contractor Furnished Reports (CFR) when required
• Creates and manages the Test Inspection Plan (TIP) and ensure updates are made as required
• Review checkpoint related documentation (work specifications, drawings, Tech manuals etc.) to ensure completeness and accuracy.
• Research drawings, technical manuals, NAVSEA standard items and other references to ensure quality for every checkpoint called out by trades and subcontractors.
• Attend all meetings pertaining to projects.
• Act as a liaison between Customer and trades/subcontractors for all quality related matters.
• Initiate corrective action when non-conformance and discrepancies are identified.
• Investigate potential issues when directed by the QA Supervisor or Manager.
• Perform other duties as requested by the QA Supervisor or Manager.
• Must adhere to a promote ALL company safety policies. Wear all required PPE when in Production areas and promote a clean and safe work environment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

This job will require the employee navigate throughout the ship, climbing up and down ladders. The employee must occasionally lift or move up to 20 pounds.

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions

KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS

• Basic Knowledge with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, & Outlook)
• Knowledge of shipboard equipment/systems
• Knowledge of NAVSEA Standard Items
• Ability to read blueprints/schematics
• Must be detail oriented
• Strong typing and data entry skills

PREFERED KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS

• NAVSEA Basic Paint Inspector (NBPI) certification
• SSPC/NACE certification
• Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) Inspector
• Mechanical/Electrical experience

COMPETENCIES

• Flexibility
• Communication Proficiency
• Collaboration Skills
• Customer/Client Focus
• Technical Capacity
• Personal Effectiveness/Credibility
• Thoroughness.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

The QA Inspector III has no supervisory duties.

POSITION TYPE / HOURS OF WORK

This is a full-time position, 40 hours per week. Schedule is Monday- Friday, 6:00a.m. to 2:30p.m.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma
• Must have a minimum of 4+ years shipboard experience.
• Must be able to speak and understand Basic English

WORK AUTHORIZATION CLEARANCE

All employees MUST present a valid export document. Acceptable documents are U.S. Birth Certificate, Certificate of Naturalization, Passport, Passport Card and Permanent Resident Card for clearance on Identrust, State/Federal Background, and DBIDS. Employee must present a valid Drivers License as driving is an essential function of the job.

OTHER

Please consider that duties, responsibilities, and all other points specified in this description can change at any time with or without notice.