QAQC Specialist II - Industrial

Baker Group•Ankeny, IA

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

Reporting to the QAQC Manager, the QAQC Specialist II plays a key role in supporting the planning, tracking and documentation of quality requirements across all Industrial projects. This position supports consistent quality execution by coordinating quality activities, participating in audits and inspections and contributing to timely project closeouts. This position applies professional knowledge in reviewing quality requirements and documentation to ensure alignment with internal quality programs, client specifications and applicable industry codes and standards, while serving as a technical mentor and resource to the QAQC Specialist I team members.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in a related field OR equivalent practical experience (typically 4-5 years) in construction, fabrication, quality, or project execution activities, including exposure to applicable industry codes, standards and specifications.
Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and Word, used to analyze, evaluate and present quality and project-related information.
Strong organizational and communication skills.
Proficiency with computer software and ability to learn new systems quickly.
Ability to interpret procedures and requirements, maintain accurate records and apply attention to detail in support of quality management processes.
Analytical and problem-solving mindset with willingness to ask questions and learn.
Ability to manage multiple workflows and shifting priorities.
Foundational understanding of construction or fabrication environments, or the ability to learn on the job.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with project management or fabrication software, such as Procore, Stratus, or similar systems preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

Serve as the QAQC primary point of contact at the project level.
Perform QAQC document control, including organization, version control, and closeout of quality documentation.
Own and continuously improve Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs) including action plans, inspection coordination and documentation management.
Assist with identifying, documenting and tracking non-conformance reports (NCR’s) under the direction of the QAQC Manager.
Develop, update, and manage ITP action plans in Procore in collaboration with the QAQC Manager & Project Controls team.
Monitor ITP progress and follow up with project teams to ensure inspections, documentation, and approvals are completed on time.
Lead QAQC kickoff meetings Independently to communicate quality requirements, inspection points and documentation expectations.
Provide feedback on QAQC processes and suggest improvements based on field and project experience.
Support the development, documentation and communication of QAAC processes and procedures.
Mentor and provide technical guidance to QAQC Specialist I team members, as appropriate.
Review, evaluate and validate material documentation, including Material Test Reports (MTRs) and validate material traceability data in Stratus.
Manage the coordination of material receipt documentation between the field, shop, and QAQC teams.
Support QAQC closeout packages, ensuring completeness and compliance with project, client and contractual requirements.
Serve as a liaison between project teams, the shop QAQC department, and the QAQC Manager to align on quality expectations.
Travel to job sites to support and participate in audits, inspections, and field quality reviews, providing quality input in support of the QAQC Manager.
Evaluate quality documentation to Identify gaps, missing information, or quality risks and exercise judgment in escalating findings and recommending follow-up actions.
Maintain and analyze QAQC records and data for accuracy to support reporting, trending, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Support inspection planning and look-ahead activities, applying professional judgment ensure required inspections and documentation are ready in advance.
Collaborate with receiving, fabrication, and field teams to ensure quality documentation aligns with material and installation activities.