Quality control

Responsibilities:

• Inspecting Materials and Products: Performing inspections at various stages, including incoming raw materials, in-process production, and finished products, using appropriate methods such as visual inspections and dimensional checks.
• Reading and Interpreting Documentation: Understanding and working from blueprints, drawings, process sheets, specifications, and welding procedure specifications.
• Using Measuring Tools: Proficiency in using tools like calipers, micrometers, height gauges, pin gauges, and potentially Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM) to verify dimensions and tolerances.
• Identifying and Documenting Non-conformances: Detecting and documenting defects, deviations, or non-conforming products based on established standards and specifications.
• Maintaining Quality Management Systems: Supporting the implementation and maintenance of quality systems such as ISO 9001 and ensuring compliance with established procedures.
• Ensuring Safety Compliance: Adhering to safety protocols and standards within the fabrication environment. 

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Attention to Detail: Meticulous and thorough approach to inspections and documentation.
• Technical Skills: Ability to read and interpret technical documents, including blueprints and engineering drawings, and understand metal fabrication processes (like welding, machining, etc.).
• Measurement and Calibration: Proficiency in using various measuring instruments and potentially familiarity with calibration procedures.
• Communication Skills: Effective verbal and written communication for reporting findings, collaborating with colleagues, and potentially interacting with customers or third-party inspectors.
• Problem-Solving: Analytical and problem-solving skills to identify the root cause of defects and propose corrective actions.
• Relevant Experience: Previous experience in quality control, quality assurance, or a manufacturing/metal fabrication environment is often preferred.
• Physical Requirements: May need to be able to lift a certain amount of weight or perform duties requiring standing for extended periods. 

Qualifications

• 1 year