Quality Specialist

Job Description

 

TITLE: Quality Specialist
REPORTS TO:  VP of Operations

 

Basic Function:

 

This position will oversee the Quality Assurance program.  Must be able to work independently without supervision. Must have knowledge in ASME Section VII Division 1 certification.

 

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

 

1. Determine customer quality requirements for the job (from customers, sales, engineering, etc.). Must make sure that all jobs stay within tolerance of customer and company manufacturing standards (and within standards of ASME code requirements as required).

 

2. Manage ASME Quality Program, working with all departments and Authorized Inspector to fulfill Code requirements for both processes and pressure retaining vessels manufactured and repaired at the facility.

 

3. Generate work instructions as required (generic, specific) for various products.

 

4. Generate inspection verification check sheets for jobs and verifies customer specs have been met.

 

5. Work with various personnel & departments to troubleshoot problems and issues that affect product quality and internal processes.

 

6. Do root cause analysis and corrective action on non-conformances.

 

7. Perform first piece inspections of products.

 

8. Photograph products and shipping containers prior to shipment to verify shipment and shipment quality. (shipping departments responsibility)

 

9. Develop processes and procedures that would be instrumental for driving continuous quality improvement.

 

10. Develop processes and procedures for employee quality training.

 

Knowledge / Skills Requirements:

 

Minimum of three years work experience in a manufacturing environment. Must have an Associates degree or equivalent. Must have a broad knowledge and understanding of the manufacturing processes. Must have good math skills and be able to read blue prints and customer specs. Experience in Microsoft Office and the willingness to learn other software programs as needed. This position requires a self-motivated individual with an attitude to succeed.

 

(Any one job may not include all the duties and responsibilities nor do the listed examples include all the duties and responsibilities performed by this job)