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Quality Inspector Lead

Arcosa Inc.
Newton, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 10/16/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/14/2026
Arcosa Wind Towers, Inc. is a leading manufacturer of structural wind towers in North America. We focus on excellence, offering premier value to our customers.

Arcosa Wind Towers is searching for a Quality Lead. Under the direction of the Manager, the Lead Quality Inspector provides training, guidance and direction to assigned employees in an efficient, clean, safe and cost-effective manner in order to achieve the goals and key performance metrics in line with the organization's objectives. You will provide visual/measured inspections/tests of materials/products to ensure conformance with standards and determine if products meet all requirements. You’ll also complete inspection records, and report and follow appropriate codes and regulations.

Job Location: Newton, IA

What You’ll Do

  • Perform inspection of complex production systems or finished product
  • Complete inspection records and reports
  • May inspect incoming materials or plate, outgoing materials or fittings and welds throughout the manufacturing process
  • Train and cross-train on all quality systems
  • Lead a team by assigning tasks
  • Assist in the completion of all tasks to meet deadlines
  • Train and ensure the safety of team members
  • Maintain and improve quality
  • Maintain attendance within acceptable standards

What You’ll Need

  • Preferred Experience: 3 Years in manufacturing
  • Certifications: ability to achieve VT II and, be cross trained in all departments (Training and Certifications provided by Arcosa) within 3 years
  • Proficiently utilize inspection tools and measuring equipment, preferred
  • Understand defects and determine acceptance status
  • High School Diploma or GED is preferred

Working Conditions

  • Work environment includes plant, warehouse, production and non-production areas and plant grounds.
  • This position may require work/maintenance coverage beyond the normal hours, shift, and on weekends/holidays
  • Ability to tolerate both high and low temperatures, loud noises typical of a manufacturing plant

Safety Activities

  • Be aware of and observe all safety practices. Including but not limited to- Safety glasses, safety boots, hearing protection, etc… as required
  • Know and follow all safety rules and procedures.
  • Participate in safety committees and initiatives as assigned.

As an important member of the team, you will be responsible for:

  • Activating the potential of our people,
  • Caring for our customers,
  • Optimizing operations and
  • Integrating sustainability into our daily practices as well as our long-term strategy and promote a results-driven culture that is aligned with long term value creation.

Safety Sensitive: Yes

Benefits

  • Health & Pharmacy
  • Dental & Vision
  • Critical Illness
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Company Paid Life & AD&D Insurance
  • Voluntary Life & AD&D Insurance
  • 401(k) W/Company Match
  • Short-Term Disability
  • Voluntary Long-Term Disability
  • Employee Assistance Program

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