Contek are working with a client in Sheffield who carry out bespoke welding and fabrication projects for a variety of clients including MOD work. This can be any project from structural platforms to pipe fabrication within a versatile environment.
Through retirement, they are seeking an experienced Quality Engineer to join the team on a permanent basis. Ideally you will be a Quality professional with primary experience within Welding/Fabrication.
Dayshift: 45 hours per week (Some site supplier visits)
About The Role
Principle Function:
To work as part of a quality team to support the Fabrication Quality Department.
Ensure all front-end & back end quality / inspection documentation is produced accurately and in a timely manner.
Ensure engineering standards and quality is maintained on the fabrication shop floor.
Ensure a system of continuous improvements is implemented and maintained.
Responsibilities and duties include:
Action work / fulfil tasks as directed by Management.
To produce Fabrication Quality Plans to client specification after reviewing client specifications and DWGs
To produce project specific fabrication inspection test records for the Fabrication Inspection Team prior to commencing fabrication after reviewing client specifications, DWGs and Quality Plans.
Ensure Fabrication Quality Plans are adhered to and actioned accordingly by all sections within the Fabrication shop.
To ensure various product interstage inspections are conducted as per the applicable QP including ensuring all material is released from the applicable business unit and bought-out material
Liaise with third-party and customer inspectors.
To ensure welding procedure and welder audits are conducted.
To ensure sample inspections on fabricated Assembliesand associated fabricated products at final inspection stage and that the final fabricated product conform to the latest drawings, quality plans and specifications.
To ensure project specific final fabrication inspection test reports, Dimensional Reports and any other project specific reports are accurate and complete.
To ensure accurate material location sheets are compiled by the Fabrication Inspection teams for completed assemblies.
Report final inspection results and any discrepancies / non-conformances to the Management.
Essential Skills and Attributes:
Ability to read and interpret client specifications and drawings.
Ability to follow all applicable Work Instructions and Risk Assessments.
A good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel & Word.
Good communication skills: both written and verbal.
Flexible, proactive and assertive approach in addition to strong prioritisation skills, whilst able to perform within tight deadlines.
A good understanding of quality control & EHS regulations and procedures.
Familiarity within CSWIP welding inspection (Although outsoureced - would be good to have awareness of).