Quality Inspector Lead

JOB SUMMARY

The Quality Lead Inspector is responsible for coordinating and supporting the day-to-day inspection activities of the QA/QC Department. This position maintains QA/QC logs, inspection records, corrective action tracking, and reporting while conducting quality surveillance of fabrication and production activities.

The Quality Lead Inspector reports directly to the QC Supervisor and works closely with the QC Supervisor, QA/QC Manager, Shop Foremen, Shop Leads, and Production personnel to ensure that inspection requirements, quality records, and applicable procedures are followed throughout the manufacturing process. The QA/QC Manager retains overall authority for the QA/QC Department.

This position provides day-to-day coordination and guidance to inspection personnel and has the authority to identify, document, and report nonconforming work and request corrective action through established procedures.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

- Conduct quality surveillance of fabrication and production activities and follow up on unsatisfactory findings to ensure appropriate corrective action is initiated and documented. - Work directly with Shop Foremen, Shop Leads, and the Production Manager to coordinate inspection activities and complete required QA/QC records packages. - Maintain and update required QA/QC Department logs, inspection records, corrective action tracking, and quality reports in accordance with established procedures. - Review material certifications for special projects to verify compliance with applicable drawings, specifications, and purchase order requirements. - Perform additional quality-related responsibilities as assigned by the QC Supervisor and/or QA/QC Manager. - Perform and document NDE examinations, including Liquid Penetrant Testing (PT) and Magnetic Particle Testing (MT), on headers, coils, and other components within the individual's qualifications and authorization. - Witness and document pressure testing of Code and Non-Code coils in accordance with approved procedures and applicable requirements. - Perform and document required Run-In Testing in accordance with established procedures. - Review shop travelers and verify that required inspections have been completed and documented. Sign inspection records within the scope of assigned inspection authority. - Verify that production-generated quality documentation is complete and uploaded into TTProd before the unit is released for shipment. Communicate missing or incomplete documentation to the appropriate personnel. - Perform random and assigned final inspections of coils and coolers prior to shipment, including verification of workmanship, cleanliness, and dimensional requirements. - Coordinate with inspection personnel to ensure required inspection photographs, reports, and supporting documentation are completed and uploaded into TTProd. - Assist with training and development of inspection personnel as directed by the QC Supervisor and/or QA/QC Manager. - Maintain pressure testing equipment in a clean, organized, and serviceable condition and communicate any equipment or calibration concerns. - Assist the QC Supervisor with vendor quality management activities, including investigating and resolving vendor quality issues, maintaining calibration logs and equipment records for the Mingo facility, and supporting vendor inspection and quality follow-up activities as assigned. - Identify, document, and communicate nonconforming materials, processes, or workmanship. Request corrective action through established procedures and promptly notify the QC Supervisor and/or QA/QC Manager of significant quality concerns. - Coordinate daily inspection activities, provide guidance to inspection personnel, and follow up on outstanding inspection issues. This coordination responsibility does not establish disciplinary or employee personnel authority.

REPORTING STRUCTURE AND AUTHORITY

The Quality Lead Inspector reports directly to the QC Supervisor. The QC Supervisor is responsible for the position's day-to-day direction and oversight. The QA/QC Manager retains overall authority for the QA/QC Department, including department-level quality decisions, resources, and management responsibilities.

The Quality Lead Inspector may coordinate daily inspection assignments and activities, communicate inspection priorities, provide technical guidance within the individual's qualifications, and follow up on completion of required inspections and records. The position does not have authority to discipline employees or make departmental budgetary or scheduling decisions.

QUALITY AUTHORITY AND LIMITATIONS

The Quality Lead Inspector is authorized and expected to identify, document, and communicate suspected or confirmed nonconforming materials, processes, and workmanship. The individual may request corrective action through Hayden's established process, notify the QC Supervisor and/or QA/QC Manager of quality concerns, and escalate concerns when timely resolution is not occurring. Work or product identified as nonconforming must be controlled in accordance with applicable Hayden procedures.

The Quality Lead Inspector does not have independent authority to approve engineering deviations, waive customer or purchase order requirements, authorize changes to approved drawings or specifications, or make final disposition decisions for nonconforming product unless specifically authorized under established Hayden procedures. The position may not override applicable quality procedures, inspection requirements, or Code requirements.

QC SUPERVISOR DESIGNEE

When specifically assigned by the QC Supervisor or QA/QC Manager, the Quality Lead Inspector may act as the QC Supervisor's designee for defined day-to-day coordination activities. Delegated duties may include coordinating inspection activities, communicating quality requirements, and following up on outstanding inspection issues. This designation does not transfer overall departmental authority or expand the position's authority beyond the limits stated in this job description.

• Has no disciplinary or employee personnel authority.
• Does not participate in departmental budgetary or scheduling decisions.
• Does not independently approve engineering deviations or changes to customer, drawing, specification, or purchase order requirements.
• Does not have final authority for disposition of nonconforming products unless specifically authorized through established Hayden procedures.
• Does not have authority to override established quality procedures, inspection requirements, or applicable Code requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of five (5) years of related experience in inspection, testing, and examination of ASME fabrication involving air-cooled heat exchangers and radiators. Years of education at an accredited college or technical school may be considered toward the experience requirement.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and familiarity with database systems.
• Strong technical writing skills, including preparation of inspection reports, quality records, and procedures.
• Working knowledge of Visual Testing (VT), Magnetic Particle Testing (MT), Liquid Penetrant Testing (PT), and other applicable NDE methods. Level II certification preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, specifications, and applicable codes.
• Working knowledge of ASME Section VIII, Division 1, document control, and Quality Assurance Record requirements.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, including the ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with personnel at all organizational levels.
• Ability to coordinate inspection activities and provide direction and guidance to inspection personnel.

PHYSICAL / SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Work will include both an office environment and exposure to manufacturing and fabrication shop conditions.
• Must be able to travel as required.
• Must be able to perform the physical activities associated with inspection work in a manufacturing environment, with reasonable accommodation where applicable.

Work Environment:

Non-temperature controlled environment with loud noises, dust, dirt, and metal particles that are usually associated with metal fabrication shops. All employees are required to wear personal protective equipment to include noise/hearing protection, safety glasses with side shields, (paint masks, respirator, when required) and OSHA compliant safety boots/shoes within the manufacturing facility.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing duties of this job, the employee in this position is regularly required to stand for long periods of time. This position requires walking, the ability to reach, ascend/descend ladders, bend, kneel, and stoop. The employee occasionally will lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.

Travel:

No travel is required for this position.

Benefits:

Hayden Industrial offers a generous benefits package including comprehensive health, dental, vision, 401(k) retirement plan with company match, a generous paid time off schedule, and professional development opportunities.