What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Control - CWI (Heavy in Steel + Welding) position at Spirit Construction?
Spirit Construction Services, Inc., founded in 1989, is an industrial construction contractor excelling in the paper industry. We maintain a higher retention rate for our management and craftsmen because of our benefit and company philosophy of actively encouraging on-the-job training and cross-training. We are one of the largest pulp and paper construction contractors in the United States and our safety record exceeds industry standards.
Responsibilities for Quality Control
Oversee Quality Control Processes:
- Supervise all quality control activities on-site to ensure compliance with industry standards and project specifications.
Conduct Inspections:
- Perform regular inspections of materials, workmanship, and construction processes.
Implement Quality Procedures:
- Develop and enforce quality control procedures and protocols.
Train Staff:
- Provide training to employees on quality standards and procedures.
Maintain Documentation:
- Keep detailed records of quality inspections, defects, and corrective actions.
Coordinate with Project Teams:
- Work closely with project managers, engineers, and subcontractors to address quality issues.
Report Findings:
- Generate and present reports on quality control activities to management.
Ensure Compliance:
- Ensure all operations comply with relevant building codes, safety regulations, and client specifications.
Responsibilities for CWI
Weld Testing:
- Review Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS) to ensure the WPS is appropriate for the test and complies with relevant codes and standards.
- Prepare Test Materials to ensure the necessary materials, including base metals, filler metals, and any required equipment is available.
- Set Up Testing Environment to ensure the testing environment is suitable, including proper lighting, and fixture is available for appropriate test position.
- Monitor the Welding Process to observe the welder during the test to ensure adherence to the WPS and proper technique.
- Conduct Visual Inspection and destructive bend test.
- Document Findings
Inspect Welds:
- Ensure all welds meet industry standards and specifications.
- Maintain site weld map.
Document Findings:
- Accurately document and report inspection results.
Train and Mentor:
- Provide training and guidance to junior inspectors and welders.
Ensure Compliance:
- Verify compliance with welding codes and safety regulations.
Use Nondestructive Testing:
- Manage “third party” nondestructive testing methods to evaluate welds.
Developed Procedures:
- Assist in developing and implementing welding procedures and protocols
Qualifications
- Knowledge and experience from working under a Quality Management Program
- Minimum 4 years of professional experience working as Quality Inspector and/or Quality Technician
- Must hold a current AWS CWI, ASNT VT II, and/or API 510/570 certifications
- Extensive knowledge of NDT methods (UT, MT, PT, RT)
- Understanding of ASTM standards and materials
- Efficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and construction project management software (Procore preferred)
- Ability to work as a team and communicate effectively with co-workers
- Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
- High level of organizational skills
- Extensive knowledge of reading and understanding drawings
- Must be a quick learner and self-motivated with the drive to learn and grow
- Ability to travel and relocate as needed
- Experience working to customer specifications
- Experience with the verification of mechanical equipment alignment
- Extensive knowledge of codes and standards (ASME, AWS, ACI, AISC, NACE)
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Must be willing and able to climb up and down stairs and ladders while working on scaffolds and in trenches to access work
Pay: $40.00 - $45.00 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 50.0 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $40 - $45