Quality Assurance Specialist 04196 NWD

North Wind Group • Paducah, KY

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, the incumbent serves as a Quality Assurance (QA) Specialist, providing QA services for the infrastructure contract scope of work to help in maintaining compliance with customer QA requirements.

Requirements

• Minimum of two (2) years of experience implementing QA program requirements (e.g., project management, regulatory compliance monitoring, quality control, quality inspections, operations, maintenance).
• Training and experience in auditing to a recognized industry quality standard (e.g., ISO 9001).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite of software applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Familiarity with data entry and use of web-based applications (databases).
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and use of error prevention techniques.
• Must be a citizen of the United States and authorized to work in the US.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to operate a government vehicle.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain an “L” Department of Energy security clearance, if requested.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, applied science or technical field preferred.
• Previous U.S. Department of Energy QA experience and knowledge of DOE O 414.1 is highly preferred.
• Previous ISO 9001:2015 experience preferred.
• NQA-1 Lead Auditor certification or other nationally recognized quality program certification in auditing (e.g., ASQ Certified Quality Auditor or Certified Quality Engineer) desired.

Responsibilities

• Perform Issue Tracking System data management and reporting.
• Perform Supplier Evaluations as assigned and in accordance with implementing procedures.
• Perform and support assessments as assigned and in accordance with implementing procedures.
• Perform receipt inspections in accordance with implementing procedures.
• Initiate Non-Conformance Reports as identified and track to closure.
• Perform fact findings and causal analyses as assigned and in accordance with implementing procedures.
• Review Work Orders and Purchase Requisitions to ensure proper flow down of QA requirements.
• Serve as the OPEX Program Coordinator in accordance with implementing procedure.

Benefits

• health
• life
• disability insurance benefits
• 401(k) with company match
• generous paid leave
• tuition reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level