STRUCTURAL QUALITY INSPECTOR 4
About the Role
Ensure all inspection records, eIRs, ERs, and audit findings are complete, accurate, and traceable to the appropriate controlled documents. Approve inspection plans and work instructions. Define inspection scope, acceptance criteria, and verification methods for new designs and major modifications. Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and technical data packages; verify compliance with non-nuclear or other regulated standards. Review work orders, engineering drawings, and specifications; clarify inspection requirements with engineering or production personnel when needed. Maintain measurement tools (e.g., calipers, micrometers, gauges, and rulers) to ensure accuracy. Identify quality issues, suggest process improvements, and participate in root-cause analysis or corrective action. Follow all safety protocols and, when applicable, maintain required security clearances for handling classified or sensitive material.
Responsibilities
- Conduct visual, dimensional, and functional inspections of parts, assemblies, or work-in-process items according to approved procedures, drawings, and specifications.
- Record inspection results in inspection reports, data sheets, or electronic quality systems; note any non-conformances, deviations, or trends.
- Prepare detailed inspection reports, eIRs, and ERs.
- Maintain and update inspection procedures, work instructions, and checklists; ensure they reflect current best practices and regulatory changes.
- Lead root-cause investigations for recurring defects; develop and verify corrective-action plans (CAPA).
- Track closure of IRs, eIRs, and ERs; verify effectiveness of corrective actions before re-release.
- Coach Quality Inspector II-III personnel; conduct briefings and on-the-job training.
- Identify trends in inspection data; propose process changes, work-instruction updates, or automation opportunities.
- Perform inspections in any Area of Responsibility (AOR).
Requirements
- Ability to work independently while collaborating with engineers, production staff, and management.
- Good problem-solving skills and a proactive attitude toward preventing defects.
- Good attention to detail.
- Committed to maintaining documentation integrity and traceability.
- Serve as the subject matter expert in their AOR.
Qualifications
- High School/GED and 7 years of additional education and/or experience.
Skills
- Construction, Carpentry, fabrication, and interpreting blueprints (X11 Fitters, X18 Welders, X32 Sheet Metal) trade experience.
- Ability to read drawings, rulers, and procedures fluently.
- Able to climb into tanks and other confined spaces and traverse ladders and other staging obstacles.
Nice to Have
- Trade experience in X11 (Fitters), X18 (Welders), or X32 (Sheet Metal).
Pay
Salary Range: $69,000.00 to $88,000.00. The anticipated salary range represents the estimated base pay for this role. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors and may vary from the posted range.