Quality Control Inspector II

Overview

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1501 S Euclid Ave
Tucson, Arizona 85713

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Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

This position reports to the Operations Manager. The Quality Control Inspector II evaluates the assembly of fabricated materials by dimensional checks, visual inspection of welds, and conducts nondestructive testing by ultrasonic, magnetostrictive particle, and liquid penetrant processes with knowledge working under a fully certified Level II Inspector. Responsibilities include coordinating the Quality area to meet production goals, completing daily paperwork, maintaining a commitment to quality, productivity, safety, and environmental policies, ensuring effective communication within the work group, supporting the production supervisor to maintain workflow of the area, reporting issues, evaluating examination results to determine if material meets contract specifications, and generating and maintaining NDT reports and records for the company and contractors.

• Responsible for testing and evaluation, with absolute integrity, of products to ensure conformance to company and customer specifications.
• Makes decisions in the area of codes (including AWS D1.1) and specifications.
• Interprets reports for NDT and quality acceptance.
• Actively mentors entry‑level NDT Inspectors, monitoring and documenting OJT progress.
• Has the authority to reject material, stop work in process etc. to minimize financial loss and risk of customer dissatisfaction.
• Works under production conditions with accurate performance and completion of work within set time limits.
• Accountable and responsible for essential tools and equipment, including maintenance and calibration.
• Actively participates in department safety, demonstrating excellent safety practices that conform to all Valmont safety policies and procedures.
• Maintains timely and consistent attendance.
• This position reports to the Quality Supervisor or Quality Manager and has no direct reports.

• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations, including conversion of fractions to decimals.
• Ability to use basic measuring tools, such as tape measure, calipers, fillet weld gauges, and levels (digital and conventional) to ensure dimensional accuracy.
• Ability to work effectively with plant employees, supervisors, management and customers.
• Ability to prioritize work to complete deadlines, working with minimal assistance.
• Ability to work timely and expeditiously to deliver an on‑time result without errors.
• A strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

• Analytical Thinking:
  Diagnoses issues using a systematic and methodical approach.
• Business Impact:
  Departmental oversight including goal setting, budget management, and results.
• Collaboration:
  
  Maintains mutually beneficial partnerships with other functions and key stakeholders.
• Communication
  
  Skills:
  
  Communicates using persuasion and authority.
• Company Knowledge:
  Understands how his/her role relates to others on the team and the role of the team.
• Functional Knowledge:
  Thorough understanding of his/her discipline and a rudimentary understanding of other disciplines.
• Influence:
  Develops respect for ideas and proposals within the department.
• Job Impact:
  Supports work team and other connected work teams.
• Leadership
  
  Skills:
  
  Does not manage employees but may mentor and/or train subordinates.
• Managing Change:
  Helps others manage departmental changes.
• Problem Solving:
  Arrives at a conclusion based on previous experiences and good judgment.
• Strategic Responsibility:
  Contribu…