Quality Assurance Inspector / Analyst

Every day, ANDRITZ continues to deliver successful innovative solutions to our customers globally. Why are we so successful? Because we are passionate and love what we do! We are at the forefront of future engineering technologies, with solutions that ensure the success of our clients in key industries that are shaping the future of the world we live in.

Brief Description

The Quality Assurance Inspector / Analyst is responsible for performing focus in receiving, support in-process, and final inspections to ensure that materials, components, welding, painting, and finished machines comply with company standards, engineering drawings, and customer specifications. The inspector must be capable of interpreting technical drawings in both inch and metric systems, performing dye penetrant testing, controlling and following up on nonconforming materials, contributing to 5S initiatives, monitoring calibration status of inspection instruments, maintain compliance with ISO standards, control Non conformities. Develop ITP, Control/Perform external inspection for dropships

Key Responsibilities

Dimensional Inspection

• Interpret and review technical drawings (inch and metric systems).
• Perform dimensional inspections using precision measuring instruments including: (Calipers, Internal and external micrometers, Measuring tapes, PI tape, Durometer (hardness testing), Profilometers, thread gauges, indicators and other calibrated inspection instruments
• Ensure compliance with tolerances and geometric requirements.
• Verify calibration status of inspection tools before use.
• Develop and utilize specific dimensional inspection forms/templates to record measurement results when required.
• Ensure dimensional reports are accurate, traceable, and properly maintained as quality records.
• Communicate dimensional deviations to Engineering and Production when necessary.
• Control/perform external inspection for dropship

Welding and Painting Inspection

• Perform visual inspection of welds in accordance with applicable codes and project specifications.
• Verify weld size, profile, workmanship, and surface condition.
• Conduct Dye Penetrant Testing (PT) as required.
• Inspect surface preparation and painting quality (visual and thickness checks).
• Ensure proper documentation of inspection results and NDE reports.

Non-conformance Management

• Open, document, and close Non-conformance Reports (NCRs).
• Clearly document findings and objective evidence.
• Ensure nonconforming products are identified, segregated, and controlled according to company procedures.
• Follow up on nonconformities to ensure proper disposition, corrective actions, and effective closure.
• Support root cause analysis and implementation of corrective and preventive actions.
• Monitor NCR status and ensure timely resolution.
• Support KPIS ( IMS Objectives )
• Use systematic problem-solving tools (5 Whys, Fishbone/Ishikawa, Pareto analysis)
• Support development and implementation of corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)

Managing Calibration Tools

• Control calibration of the measurement tools. Calibrate dates and Certificate control.
• Send instruments to calibration company

Compliance, 5S, and Maintenance Support

• Follow company procedures, quality standards, and safety requirements.
• Ensure activities are performed in accordance with the Quality Management System.
• Support implementation and sustainment of 5S initiatives in the inspection area.
• Proactively suggest process improvements to enhance quality, efficiency, and compliance.

Qualifications (Required)

• Technical education in Quality, Mechanical, Manufacturing, or experience equivalent.
• Minimum of 3-5 years' experience in Quality inspection within machining, fabrication, or manufacturing environments.
• Ability to interpret mechanical drawings in both inch and metric systems.
• Strong knowledge of precision measuring instruments.
• Knowledge of welding inspection practices.
• Understanding of calibration systems and traceability.
• Knowledge of 5S methodology.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 quality management systems preferred.

Other Valued Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (Preferred)

• Strong attention to detail.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Clear documentation and reporting ability.
• Ability to work independently and within cross-functional teams.
• Proactive attitude toward workplace organization, equipment care, and visual documentation.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.