Bus Quality Assurance Representative 1

Hatch • St. Cloud, MN

6d • $90,000 - $105,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Hatch is seeking qualified candidates for an on-site Bus Inspector to work in Saint Cloud, MN. This role involves performing physical inspections of bus components and systems, reviewing manufacturer records, and ensuring compliance with drawings, contract requirements, and technical specifications. The inspector will also witness tests, investigate quality problems, and prepare reports. The company is committed to a better world through positive change and has over 65 years of expertise in mining, energy, and infrastructure.

Requirements

• ASQ certification as a Quality Engineer and/or Quality Inspector
• Bus and/or automotive experience working at suppliers, bus builders or transit authorities
• In depth knowledge of ISO 9001:2015
• Familiarity with commonly used ASTM standards
• Experience auditing internally & externally
• Knowledge of root cause investigation, calibration, measurement accuracy, effective corrective and preventive action, problem solving, process improvement, best workmanship practices
• Experience in creating and/or reviewing manufacturing and test & inspection plans
• Excellent written and oral communications skills
• Ability to work well alone or in a team
• High school diploma with technical schooling or associate degree required
• Minimum of 5 years of rail vehicle experience (for Bus Factory Resident Inspector role)
• Ability to read and interpret drawings & standards and use precision measuring devices

Nice To Haves

• Experience in manufacturing & production environments
• Experience in the automotive industry, and/or with bus production, overhaul and/or testing
• AWS certification as a Welding Inspector
• Recognized Industry certifications, such as ASQ Certified Quality Inspector/Engineer/Auditor (desired for Bus Factory Resident Inspector role)

Responsibilities

• Physical inspection of components and systems of in-process and/or completed buses to determine that work is in accordance with approved drawings and the Contract requirements and technical specifications.
• Review of Bus manufacturer test and inspection records, follow-up on the status of documented nonconforming items, corrective actions and various project open items.
• Inspection and review of prototype and first article equipment and detailed descriptions of review findings.
• Witness test and assembly procedures performed in the production of buses to determine that the operation is in accordance with the Contract Specification, approved procedures and/or accepted industry standards.
• Prepare and submit proper documentation upon completion of inspections.
• Investigate and assist in the resolution of quality problems.
• Complete and submit Weekly Site Quality Reports to the Project Manager via accurate PowerPoint presentations noting the manufacturer’s status compared to the production schedule.
• Clearly and concisely report all non-compliances against the specification or approved drawings.
• Participate in quality assurance and manufacturing audits and daily/weekly quality meetings with the bus manufacturer.
• Acquire/ Coordinate assistance with the Hatch Project Engineering staff to resolve problems or acquire technical input.
• Must possess the ability to read and interpret drawings & standards and use precision measuring devices.

Benefits

• Health and Welfare benefits: Top-tier medical coverage (one plan with no employee premium required), prescription drug, dental, vision; flexible spending accounts and a health savings account (with a generous employer contribution); life, accident, and disability insurance; employee assistance program (EAP), employee wellness program
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) with employer match of 50% per dollar up to 6%, fully vested after three years; additional 3% in profit-sharing contribution after one year of employment (immediately vested)
• Paid Time Away from Work: 3-4 weeks of vacation based on experience and company discretion, prorated in the 1st year based on hire date (up to 2.5 weeks can be carried over per year); 10 paid holidays; 10 sick days per calendar year, with the ability to carry-over sick time to a maximum of 40 days to be used for future FMLA-qualifying events; Partial Paid Parental leave up to 12 weeks for birth parents and 4 weeks for non-birth parents

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree