Sr Quality Inspector - Mining
About The Position
The Senior Quality Inspector is an experienced quality professional who oversees and performs complex inspection and verification activities across construction or fabrication phases. The role ensures compliance with contract documents, technical specifications, applicable codes, and regulatory requirements. It serves as a subject matter expert and mentor to junior quality personnel, provides technical leadership, and liaises among field operations, engineering, and quality management. The position is based at a remote project site, where the employee will live. The schedule rotates 14 days on and 7 days off.
Requirements
- At least 5 years of quality inspection experience in construction, heavy civil, infrastructure, industrial, power, mining, or fabrication environments.
- Deep knowledge of applicable codes and standards, including AWS, AISC, ASME, API, ASTM, ACI, ICC, and ISO.
- Demonstrated experience with complex QA/QC processes, welding and bolting inspections, and structural or mechanical systems.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong attention to detail.
- High school diploma or GED.
- Proficiency with inspection equipment and NOE methods, and ability to analyze complex inspection results.
- Strong understanding of Quality Management Systems such as ISO 9001, document control, and audit procedures.
Nice To Haves
- Associate or bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or a related technical discipline.
Responsibilities
- Conduct audits, surveillance, and assessments to ensure quality processes are effective across multiple trades or disciplines.
- Coordinate and supervise third-party testing and inspection services.
- Interface with clients, regulatory authorities, and internal teams during inspections, audits, and walkdowns.
- Lead and perform advanced inspections of materials, welds, structural assemblies, equipment installations, and construction activities in accordance with ITPs, specifications, and relevant standards.
- Manage and maintain project quality records, including inspection reports, nonconformance reports, corrective action requests, and test data.
- Mentor, train, and support Quality Inspector I and II personnel, providing performance feedback and technical support.
- Oversee the development, implementation, and enforcement of Quality Control Plans, Inspection and Test Plans, and project-specific inspection procedures.
- Perform root cause analysis for significant quality issues and drive corrective and preventive actions.
- Review and interpret complex drawings, project documents, and technical standards to provide guidance on quality requirements.
- Support the Quality Manager with quality metrics, reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Benefits
- Market-competitive salary, paid weekly.
- Bonus eligibility based on company, group, and individual performance.
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan and 401(k).
- Industry-leading health coverage starting the first day.
- Flexible Time Off (FTO).
- Medical, Health Savings, and Wellness credits.
- Flexible Spending Accounts.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Workplace wellness programs.
- Mental Health Program.
- Life and disability insurance.
- Employee-owner perks.
- Educational assistance.
- Sundt Foundation charitable employee-owner program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
High school or GED
