Yard Quality Control Specialist

Yard Quality Control Specialist

Description

Great Western Building Systems seeks a skilled and detail-oriented Yard Quality Control Specialist to join our rapidly growing company. GWB was established in 2016 and is quickly becoming a leader in the Pre-Engineered metal building industry.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented and experienced in industrial painting and quality assurance processes, with a proactive approach to maintaining a clean, organized work environment and strict adherence to safety protocols. They possess strong communication skills, allowing them to effectively collaborate with management and team members to ensure project goals and quality standards are met. 

Our Culture

Our work environment is fast-paced, fun, and oftentimes exciting. Our team is built of a diverse group of individuals who all bring their own strengths to the table. We work hard during the week and enjoy our time off on the weekend.

Responsibilities

• Report to supervisor at the start of each shift to review the schedule for upcoming job departures

• Assist in prioritizing workload based on production needs and shipping timelines 

• Stage jobs for shipment to ensure all materials are organized and prepared for loading

• Review bundles for accuracy and completeness; identify and resolve discrepancies (e.g. missing or incorrectly bundled materials)

• Investigate root causes of staging or bundling issues and take corrective action to ensure jobs are fully prepared in a single, designated staging area 

• Coordinate with Yard, production, and shipping teams to ensure all required components are loaded accurately and on time 

• Communicate any issues impacting shipment readiness in a timely and solution-focused manner 

• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient yard environment 

• Proactively identify opportunities to improve organization, workflow, and material accessibility during downtime 

• Perform final walk throughs of staged jobs to verify quality standards are met 

• Complete paint touch-ups and minor corrections as needed prior to shipment 

• Serve as a cross-functional resource to support operations as needed, including covering responsibilities in Weld QC and Post-Paint QC

• Assist in maintaining workflow continuity during absences or high-volume periods

• Follow all safety protocols including wearing PPE and required PPE at all times. Required PPE is defined as gloves, safety glasses, and steel toe boots. Additional PPE, such as hard hats, flame-resistant clothing, hearing protection, face shields, respirators, etc, may be required depending on the specific tasks being performed or the work area.

• Duties, responsibilities, and reporting relationships may fluctuate or evolve in light of your skill, experience, and the company’s needs

• Follow all safety protocols including wearing PPE and required PPE at all times. Required PPE is defined as gloves, safety glasses, and steel toe boots. Additional PPE, such as hard hats, flame-resistant clothing, hearing protection, face shields, respirators, etc, may be required depending on the specific tasks being performed or the work area.

• Duties, responsibilities, and reporting relationships may fluctuate or evolve in light of your skill, experience, and the company’s needs

Qualifications & Experience

• The ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening and background check is required 

• Previous experience in quality control, inspection, or a related role in steel manufacturing or industrial painting 

• High School Diploma or equivalent is preferred; additional technical training in welding, painting, or industrial coating is a plus 

• Certifications in quality control processes (e.g. NACE coating Inspector) is a plus but not required

• Familiarity with IAS standards and Mil thickness testing is preferred 

• Strong knowledge of industrial painting processes and standards

• Ability to inspect and evaluate painted steel beams for compliance with quality standards and customer expectations 

• Basic knowledge of shop organization and equipment maintenance 

• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Excellent time management skills and the ability to meet deadlines

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Must be able to walk, stand, use hands to handle tools, reach with arms, kneel, stoop, crouch, and talk and hear in noisy environments

• Must be able to regularly lift and move objects weighing up to 51 lbs independently and occasionally lift and move objects up to 100lbs with the assistance of team lifts.

The work environment is primarily indoors, and will, at times, be exposed to natural weather elements such as heat, cold, sunlight, darkness, wind, rain, lightning, snow, and dust. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. 

Compensation and Benefits

• $20.50 - $28.00 per hour, depending on experience

• Comprehensive benefits package after 90 days of employment 

• Medical

• Dental

• Vision

• Health Saving Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

• Life Insurance

• Paid time Off 

• Paid sick leave

• Employee assistance program

• More! 

Job Type

• Full-Time

• Monday - Friday

• Mandatory overtime and occasional weekend work may be required based on production needs

Ability to Commute/Relocate 

• Grand Junction, CO 81501: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (required) 

Work location: On Location