Fabrication Specialist / QC Technician

Quality Control Technician

Fabrication Specialist

Basic Function: Responsible for ensuring that the quality of all fabricated work-in-progress parts and finished product meets the inspection standards for each project/part.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain inspection standards for inspecting, testing, and evaluating the precision, reliability, and accuracy of products.
• Ensure that all equipment being used to inspect product has been properly maintained, calibrated, cleaned, and documented.
• Review final drawings, paying close attention to technical requirements and specifications prior to inspecting the product.
• Conduct thorough visual inspections, both internally and externally, using precision measuring tools to determine whether a weldment or piece of equipment meets the applicable acceptance criteria, codes, standards, and specifications. This is done at the supplier's location as well as in-house in some instances.
• Conduct thorough visual inspections, both internally and externally, using precision measuring tools to determine whether a machined piece of equipment meets the applicable acceptance criteria, codes, standards, and specifications. This is done primarily at our facility.
• Compile and submit daily inspection reports and photographs. Clearly communicate inspection findings and drawing discrepancies to appropriate personnel.
• Coordinate with Warehouse Supervisor to release inspected items.
• Place all non-conforming parts on hold and coordinate with the Project Manager, Purchasing, and, when necessary, the Supplier to determine how to resolve the deviation.
• Assist with product assembly as needed. When defects are identified during assembly, determine the root cause and recommend practical corrective actions.
• Conduct supplier visits on an as needed basis to improve quality issues and evaluate vendors for qualifications as a Qualified Supplier. Assist with preparing control charts and reports to monitor supplier performance.
• Maintain surface finish specifications and train internal personnel on their application.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and recommend practical solutions.
• Pursue ongoing professional development and stay current with emerging technologies relevant to this position.