Location: Houston, TX Department: DEPTEC
The Opportunity The Lead Supplier Quality Specialist is responsible for ensuring compliance with working drawings, specifications, processes, standards and best practices.
What you will do? - Observe and document in-process and finished product at various stages of production to identify defects or issues.
- Conduct audits or inspections to identify non-conformance and report findings to supervisor. Perform supplier quality inspections at supplier facilities, including in-process, final, and pre-shipment inspections
- Review supplier quality documentation including MTRs, certificates of conformance, inspection reports, FAT reports, hydrostatic test reports, NDT reports, weld documentation, and other required quality records.
- Follow up with suppliers to ensure corrective actions are implemented effectively and on time.
- Perform or coordinate weld inspections and NDT activities as required by project specifications and supplier quality plans.
- Review WPS, PQR, welder qualifications, NDT reports, and weld inspection records for applicable products
- Assist with developing and maintaining supplier inspection plans, checklists, and quality requirements
- Provide feedback to suppliers regarding recurring quality issues and support continuous improvement initiatives.
- Maintain accurate inspection reports, supplier visit reports, NCRs, and quality records in the company's quality system.
- Support inspection and testing of MV/LV switchgear, switchboards, UPS system including verification of busbar configuration, insulation, connections, breakers, CTs/PTs, protective devices, control wiring, interlocks, grounding, nameplates, and applicable electrical test results.
- Calibrate and maintain test equipment.
- Address issues to ensure quality standards are upheld.
- Assist with training of team members on quality processes.
- Make recommendations for improving production process techniques to ensure high-quality output.
- Build a positive rapport with employees at all levels of the organization; communicate with team members to solve problems.
- Act in a manner of integrity that shows support for the company, its core values, and other associates while maintaining a constant focus on meeting/exceeding customer requirements and expectations.
Required Qualifications - A bachelor's degree in related field; equivalent experience may be acceptable in lieu of degree.
- Minimum 3• 5 years of quality inspection, supplier quality, manufacturing quality, welding inspection, or related experience
- Current AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification required.
- ASNT NDT Level II certification in one or more applicable methods, such as VT, PT, MT, or UT.
- Experience with AWS D1.1, ASME, API, CSA, ASTM, or other applicable industry standards.
- Experience in data center, electrical equipment, structural fabrication, pressure equipment, mechanical equipment, or industrial manufacturing.
- Experience using ERP/QMS systems for NCR, inspection, and supplier-quality records.
- Working knowledge of tools, methods, and concepts of quality assurance.
- Lead by example to include strong work ethic, excellent interpersonal skills, can do attitude, great attendance, and excellent quality & safety awareness.
- Excellent data collection and analysis skills.
- Strong attention to detail, prioritization, and time management skills.
- Commitment to the concept of continual improvement, effective quality management systems and safe work practices.
- Understanding the production and work order process.
- May require travel up to 50%.
- Ability to work flexible hours and support inspections outside normal business hours when necessary
- Physical fitness and strength to regularly lift 30-50 lbs.
- Regularly required to stand, bend, crouch and reach.
How we support you We believe your best work happens when you feel supported - professionally, personally, and financially. That's why we offer a range of benefits designed to help you thrive, stay healthy, and plan for the future.
- Performance-driven rewards • Competitive pay with incentive opportunities that recognize your results and contributions.
- Comprehensive healthcare • Medical, dental, and vision coverage that supports you and your family's total well-being.
- Security and peace of mind • Life and disability insurance programs that provide protection when it matters most.
- Flexible benefits options • A variety of voluntary benefits so you can personalize coverage to fit your needs.
- Time to recharge • Generous paid time off to relax, travel, and maintain a healthy work-life balance.
- Investing in your growth • Education assistance and tuition support to help you build skills and advance your career.
- Planning for the future • Retirement and savings programs that help you achieve long-term financial confidence.
