QC Inspector 10

1381 Hwy 17 North Fort Meade Florida 33841

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Business Title:

QC Inspector 10

Location: 

Fort Meade

A Brief Summary of This Position

This position is an individual contributor role requiring ACI certification, and the individual must have the ability to follow our guidelines per the QA manual and by DOT, ACI and ASM standards. Individuals must be able to demonstrate the ability to inspect all finished concrete poles per the engineered drawing; Break Cylinders; ACI Concrete Field Test; Enter Quality Data; Layout Molds; Final Inspections; Slump Testing; CMEC Training; run concrete Trials; End-of-Year Inventory; ACI Concrete Strength test; Check Boring Details; Obtain a Dot certification for DOT products and be able to demonstrate the willingness to cross-train in other areas and articulate the engineered drawing and pipe sheet proficiently to others.

Essential Functions

• Inspect product for compliance with ASTM 123
• Must be able to build complete pole; breakout cylinders; unit; weight testing; able to cover for Leads
• Must be able to measure the dimensions of products to verify conformance to specifications, using measuring instruments such as rulers, calipers, gauges, or micrometers.
• Inspect Product in accordance with Valmont WI-10.16
• Must be willing to conduct Toolbox Talks and be able to cover morning meetings
• Responsible for inspecting, testing, concrete sampling, moisture testing , conduct cosmentics work/profiling or measuring materials, products, installations, or work for conformance to specifications.
• Must be able to train new QC Inspectors
• Be able to actively identify and reduce waste within the responsible department – demonstrated via Gemba tracking. Inspect product to ensure compliance with any customer-specific requirements
• Photograph specific loads per customer and Valmont criteria
• Complete required inspection documentation.
• Leads 5s and Gemba board discussions; train others; ACI Agreegate Level 1; Make Borning Details; ACI Certified
• Must be able to verify strand elongation per the engineered specifications on each pole
• Be able to perform a wall thickness profile per SOP specification along with a layout in a mold per engineered drawings

Required Qualifications of Every Candidate (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Must be a Certified Welding Inspector
• 2 plus years’ previous Quality Control experience in a manufacturing or fabrication environment
• Have the ability to articulate well to lead out in front of others
• Possess working knowledge of welding processes, certification codes and standards, blueprint reading, and shop math.
• Able to multiply, divide, add, and subtract proficiently
• Must have sufficient mathematical skills to be able to use both decimals and fractions, converting both ways
• Ability to use both imperial and metric measuring systems
• Able to use tape measures, micrometers, dial indicators, radius gauges, and PI tapes along with other basic shop tools
• Must be able to read and write legibly and must have computer literacy
• Ability to work overtime as required to meet business needs
• The ability to safely lift up to 20 pounds frequently throughout the shift
• Passion and integrity with the drive to excel and deliver exceptional results
• The ability to communicate and interact with coworkers in a positive manner
• Must have a high awareness for safety at all times

Highly Qualified Candidates Will Also Possess These Qualifications

• ASQ Quality Inspector certification
• Ability to pass the Certified Quality Inspector (CQI) accreditation from the American Society for Quality (ASQ-CQI) within the first three years from starting the position

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

SKILL

Educational Background

Must have sufficient mathematical skills to be able to use both decimals and fractions, converting both ways, also must able to use both Standard and Metric measuring systems. Must be able to use tape measures, micrometers, dial indicators, radius gauges, and PI tapes along with other basic shop tools. Must be able to multiply, divide, add, and subtract proficiently. Must be able to read and write legibly. Must be able to run printer, CRT, and Data-Myte.

Job Training Skill Development

In addition to the above, should have a basic understanding to make the most necessary decisions within three months and have total comprehension of the job within one year. 

Decision Making

Will constantly be making decisions as to whether the poles are of the required quality to meet in-house or customer specifications. These decisions, as a standard practice, will include the acceptability of weld quality, length, ovality, straightness, and overall appearance.

EFFORT

Physical Effort

Will stand 95% of shift and bend, stoop, climb and reach over tubing and equipment 70% of the time during the shift. Little physical effort is required of this job. May do lifting 25% of the time.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS SUMMARY

Activity

Frequency

Activity

Frequency

N

R

O

F

C

N

R

O

F

C

Lift/Carry:

Body Mechanics

10 Lbs. Or less

X

Bend

X

11 – 20 Lbs.

X

Squat / Kneel

X

21 – 50 Lbs.

X

Twist/Turn

X

51 – 100 Lbs.

X

Climb

X

100 + Lbs.

X

Crawl

X

Reach Above Shoulder

X

Push/Pull

Reach Outward

X

12 Lbs. Or less

X

Hand/Finger Manipulation

X

13 – 25 Lbs.

X

Stand

X

26 – 40 Lbs.

X

Walk

X

41 – 100 Lbs.

X

Sit

X

Computer Ergonomics

Drive

Keyboard

X

Automatic

X

Standard

X

LEGEND N=Never R=Rarely 1-4% O=Occasional 5-33% F=Frequent 34-66% C=Constant 67-100%

Benefits

Valmont offers employees and their families a comprehensive Total Wellbeing benefit package to ensure their individual and family’s overall wellness needs are met. Some offerings are dependent upon the role, work schedule, or location and can include the following:

• Healthcare (medical, prescription drugs, dental and vision)
• 401k retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off
• Employer paid life insurance
• Employer paid short-term and long-term disability including maternity leave
• Work Life Support
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year
• Voluntary programs like tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, one-on-one health coaching, mortgage services and more

Valmont does not discriminate against any employee or applicant in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

If you have a disability and require any assistance in filling out the application for employment email EEOCompliance@Valmont.com.

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