QA Inspector 1/C

Position Summary: The QA Inspector 1/C at Eastern Shipbuilding Group, Inc. is a critical position supporting government and commercial shipbuilding projects. This individual is responsible for conducting in-process and final inspections to ensure compliance with specifications, the company's Quality Management System (QMS), contractual requirements, and workmanship standards across various phases of ship construction.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct various inspections including ship hull fabrication, module erection, tank close-out, tank leak testing, pipe fabrication, and machinery placement.
• Verify compliance with the contract inspection plans as well as inspections for Suppliers and/or Subcontractors.
• Interact with project construction team members, craft superintendents, customer representatives, and regulatory body inspectors coordinating quality inspections.
• Document and report deficient work and recommend corrective actions.
• Maintain excellent record retention from inspections, checkpoints, or Objective Quality Evidence (OQE).
• Monitor compliance with the company QMS, workmanship standards, and contract requirements.
• Comply with company, Federal, State, and local safety, ethics, and environmental policies while performing duties.
• Conduct daily product verification inspections and surveillances to ensure compliance with contractual requirements.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Proven experience performing QA inspections in shipbuilding or related maritime construction environments.
• Familiarity with inspection techniques, specifications, drawings, and shipbuilding standards.
• Strong record-keeping abilities and thorough knowledge of QA processes and standards.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively with minimal supervision.
• Strong communication skills for interacting with various stakeholders and regulatory bodies.
• Proficiency in visual inspections of welds and understanding of acceptance criteria.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to traverse and work in shipyard setting, including climbing, kneeling, lifting, and working in confined spaces.
• Agility to bend, stoop, squat, navigate high steps/ladders, and lift up to 40 pounds without restrictions.

Work Environment:

• The position is full-time and may require flexible hours, including overtime, weekends, and holidays.
• Work is conducted in various areas of the shipyard, with exposure to differing weather conditions and operation of heavy equipment.

Reporting:

• Reports to the OPC Quality Assurance Manager.
• No supervisory responsibilities.

Location:
Panama City, FL

Compensation:
Competitive, based on experience and qualifications.