QA Technician / Inspector - Weld & NDE (Swing Shift)

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Our team is growing! The Applied Technologies division at Wagstaff specializes in the Engineering and Fabrication of stainless steel gloveboxes and shipping containers for the nuclear industry. We’re looking for dedicated and motivated people to join our Team to supply this mission critical equipment to our Customers.

Pay: $28.50 - $39.00 per hour*, depending on experience and certifications

*Pay includes swing shift differential & premium.

Sign-On Bonus: $7,500 (terms & conditions apply)

As an employee of Wagstaff, you’ll enjoy:

· Generous benefit package starting the 1st of the month after hire

· 8 paid holidays plus generous vacation and sick time benefits

· Up to 8% total retirement contribution (401(k)/Roth/Profit Sharing)

· Annual bonus program

· Monthly, site-wide BBQs

· 1200 Sq Ft onsite gym, accessible 24 hours a day

· Family-friendly, company-wide events

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Job Summary

Ensure that quality standards and contract specifications are met by assessing products to specified criteria using defined processes, tools, and sound quality practices. Participate in the continuous improvement of quality processes and work in dynamic cross functional teams to complete mission driven goals and objectives.

Primary Job Responsibilities

• Perform weld and NDE (VT/PT/MT) inspections on various stainless steel and carbon steel weldments and fabricated equipment
• Perform dimensional and mechanical inspections on simple to complex parts and weldments/assemblies
• Inspect and report on materials, services, processes, and products using measuring instruments and techniques to ensure conformance with quality standards and contract specifications
• Create and maintain paper and electronic quality records and reports
• Participates in problem solving and continuous improvement activities
• Work closely with Fabrication and Engineering throughout the fabrication/inspection process
• Represent Wagstaff when interacting with Auditors, Customers, Suppliers and Visitors
• Collect, monitor, organize, report, and distribute data as it relates to quality functions of Wagstaff
• Abide by company policies
• In order to achieve business objectives, work weeks in excess of 40 hours may be required
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Must have at least four (4) years of Weld, NDE, and dimensional inspection experience in a regulated industry (nuclear, boiler & pressure vessel, aerospace, oil & gas, etc.)
• Must be able to read fabrication and mechanical drawings and have a basic understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
• Must have vision capable of reading a Jaeger Number 1 or equivalent type and size letter at no less than 12 inches (natural or corrected vision). Candidates cannot be color blind
• Must be physically able to perform inspections in a manufacturing environment, including the operation of overhead cranes, jibs, and forklifts after undergoing company training
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office business software
• Ability to learn company ERP and Issue Tracking software
• Detail-oriented, accurate, and thorough

Preferred candidate qualifications:

• Current AWS Certified Weld Inspector (CWI or SCWI)
• NDE Level II credentials (VT/PT/MT) or the ability to quickly acquire NDE Level II credentials with company-provided training and certification
• UT (Ultrasonic) NDE Level II highly desirable
• LT (Leak Testing) NDE Level II highly desirable
• Experience with AWS D1.1 & 1.6 structural welding codes and/or ASME Section VIII-1, Section III, or B31.3 weld inspections highly desirable.
• Working experience with stainless steel fabrication and inspection highly desirable.
• ASQ Certified Quality Inspector or Certified Quality Technician

Working Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be exposed to moving mechanical parts, machinery and equipment, and vibration. The employee may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals. While performing some job duties, there is a risk of electrical shock and other risks associated with a manufacturing environment. Job duties may require work in high, precarious places, work in outside weather conditions, and exposure to extreme temperatures in some cases. The noise level in the working environment is often loud. Because of this environment and associated risks, use of job appropriate personal protective equipment and clothing is required.

Employment at Wagstaff is dependent on successfully passing a company-paid drug screening and background check upon hire. Benefits eligibility is subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable policies, plans and programs of Wagstaff.

Wagstaff is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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