Quality Assurance Inspector I jobs in United States
cer-icon
Apply on Employer Site
company-logo

General Dynamics · 3 weeks ago

Quality Assurance Inspector I

General Dynamics is a leading provider in the shipbuilding industry, and they are seeking a Quality Assurance Inspector I. The role involves performing inspections and quality assurance functions to ensure compliance with technical requirements in ship construction and repair processes.

AerospaceNational SecurityPublic Transportation

Responsibilities

Perform basic inspection of shipbuilding and ship repair work in accordance with established policies to ensure compliance with technical requirements
Ensure correct materials and proper fabrication and installation procedures are utilized during production processes
Evaluate results from tests and inspections to determine acceptability with assistance as needed
Basic understanding and ability to research technical documents including engineering drawings, specifications, standards, test procedures, work instructions, NAVSEA Standard Items, and contract requirements
Basic understanding of the usage of calibrated equipment and ability to validate calibration of equipment, gauges, and tools used in production and inspection in accordance with established policies
Basic ability to recognize and document nonconformance’s per company policy
Basic understanding of root cause analysis, corrective action, and preventative action practices
Ability to learn and perform process audits and surveillances
Drafts, reviews, and/or submits QA reports and technical documents
Actively participates in implementing and monitoring continuous improvement initiatives to improve safety, improve quality, reduce cycle time, and reduce costs
Brings complex issues to the attention of Supervision
Performs other Quality Assurance tasks as assigned by supervisor/manager

Qualification

Quality AssuranceShipbuilding KnowledgeTechnical DocumentationCalibrated EquipmentRoot Cause AnalysisProcess AuditsBlueprint ReadingMicrosoft OfficeCommunication SkillsTeam PlayerProblem SolvingPositive Attitude

Required

High School education or equivalent
Zero to four (0 – 4) years of Quality Assurance or related experience
Ability to develop technical knowledge of ship construction and repair processes including welding, structural, machinery, electrical piping, ventilation, flushing and develop familiarity with various measuring instruments related to inspections
Good written and verbal communication skills, integrity, presentation skills, problem solving skills
Positive attitude and determination to help others required
Able to learn to read and understand blueprints, standard/specifications, regulatory body requirements, and ship specifications
Must be a team player
Basic understanding and ability to research technical documents including engineering drawings, specifications, standards, test procedures, work instructions, NAVSEA Standard Items, and contract requirements
Basic understanding of the usage of calibrated equipment and ability to validate calibration of equipment, gauges, and tools used in production and inspection in accordance with established policies
Basic ability to recognize and document nonconformance's per company policy
Basic understanding of root cause analysis, corrective action, and preventative action practices
Ability to learn and perform process audits and surveillances
Drafts, reviews, and/or submits QA reports and technical documents
Actively participates in implementing and monitoring continuous improvement initiatives to improve safety, improve quality, reduce cycle time, and reduce costs
Brings complex issues to the attention of Supervision
Performs other Quality Assurance tasks as assigned by supervisor/manager

Preferred

Additional technical education or college education a plus
Knowledge of shipbuilding and repair operations a plus
Computer literate; knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and IFS Quality Modules a plus

Benefits

Medical & dental insurance coverage
401(k) retirement savings plan
Flexible spending accounts/HSAs
Life and disability insurance
Company paid holidays
Paid time off (PTO)
Wellness coaching
Onsite health services

Company

General Dynamics

company-logo
General Dynamics is a defense industry contractor for shipbuilding, marine, combat and defense systems and, munitions.

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$84.9M
2010-09-10Grant· $30M
2009-12-30Grant· $33.6M
2009-08-05Grant· $21.3M

Leadership Team

leader-logo
Lauren Bradshaw, SHRM-CP
Global Mobility Business Partner/ EAP
linkedin
leader-logo
Matthew Brandon, MSHR
Manager, Sr HR Business Partner
linkedin
Company data provided by crunchbase