Quality Control Lead Inspector

Quality Control Lead SpecialistLongenecker & Associates (L&A), a Geosyntec Company, is a trusted partner enabling critical missions across the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) complex for more than 30 years. We contribute to DOE's nuclear security and environmental remediation enterprise by providing the highest-caliber staff and experts. We are seeking a motivated Quality Control Lead Specialist to contribute to our mission supporting our work at Centrus Energy in Oak Ridge, TN.Geosyntec is an innovative, international engineering and consulting firm serving private and public-sector clients to address new ventures and complex problems involving our environment, natural resources, and civil infrastructure. Our engineers, scientists, technical and project employees serve our clients from offices across the world. Ranked by ENR as one of the top environmental engineering design firms, Geosyntec is internationally known for its technical leadership, broad experience, and exceptional client service.We invest in our people. Each employee is unique, and your career at Geosyntec will be too. We offer competitive pay and benefits, and well-being programs to support you and your family.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesAs a leader in our quality organization, you will:Perform first article, in-process, and final inspections using CMMs, manual tools, and visual inspection techniquesInterpret engineering drawings and work with engineering and management to define quality requirementsCreate quality control plans for complex componentsDevelop and run CMM programs to support efficient, accurate measurementsUse calipers, micrometers, height gages, indicators, and vision-based systems such as optical comparatorsSupport shop-floor teams with in-process inspections and guidanceReview measurement results, determine conformance, and produce detailed inspection reportsPartner with customers to review findings and recommend corrective actionsMaintain accurate inspection records and upload documentation to company systemsManage and track nonconformance reportsPerform routine CMM maintenance and monitor calibration statusLead Out-of-Tolerance investigations and drive inspection-process improvementsApply basic statistical techniques to analyze measurement trendsConduct Measurement System AnalysisUphold and follow Centrus' quality management system proceduresTrain team members on inspection techniques, tools, and GD&T conceptsKeep equipment and work areas clean, organized, and safeSupport occasional weekend or evening work to meet critical deadlinesContribute to additional projects as neededEducation and LicensureHigh School diploma. (required)Skills, Experience and QualificationsRequired Skills, Experience, and QualificationsDue to federal contract security requirements, candidates must be able to successfully pass a federal background investigation to secure and maintain DOE Q security clearance if required.Due to federal contract security requirements, this position requires U.S. Citizenship.Successful candidates will be able to perform the essential functions of the job with reasonable accommodation. This job posting reflects management's assignment of essential functions and the descriptions listed do not restrict management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.Health & Safety training, medical monitoring, and client-driven drug and background testing.Please note that marijuana remains a Schedule III controlled substance under Federal Law. Federal contractors must follow Federal drug-free workplace rules, which prohibit marijuana use, even if medical or recreational use is permitted under State Law.Minimum five years of experience in dimensional inspection and CMM programmingStrong knowledge of GD&T (ANSI Y14.5)Experience inspecting tight-tolerance, high-value componentsAbility to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlinesExcellent attention to detail and ability to read mechanical drawings/CAD modelsStrong written communication skills for procedures and reportingEffective communication with engineers, shop personnel, and other teamsProficiency with Microsoft Office toolsPreferred Qualifications and Location DetailsActive Q Clearance.NQA-1 and/or DOE related experience.Supervisory or lead experience preferred; working-lead roles welcomeExperience programming and operating Zeiss Calypso CMMsSolidWorks modeling experienceFamiliarity with statistical tools such as MinitabOnsite position – Oak Ridge, TNPosition will be initial W2 contract with conversion and/or extension options.As an L&A employee, you will be eligible for a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package including healthcare (medical and dental), 401K plan, and paid time off. We believe in investing in our employees beyond compensation and as an L&A employee, you will have access to in-house training, career pathing, mentoring, award programs, tuition reimbursement and much more.