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This role serves as the subject matter expert for welding quality, weld inspection, and weld-related problem solving while supporting the overall Quality Management System.\nThe ideal candidate possesses extensive experience with fabricated steel structures, welding processes, weld inspection, and root cause analysis. A Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification is strongly preferred. This individual will partner closely with Manufacturing, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Operations to ensure products consistently meet customer, regulatory, and internal quality requirements.\nWhat you’ll do:\nWelding Quality Leadership\nServe as the primary quality resource for welding and fabrication processes.\nEnsure compliance with applicable welding codes and standards, including AWS D1.1 Structural Welding Code, customer specifications, and internal quality requirements.\nDevelop, review and evaluate weld quality requirements, welding procedures specifications (WPS), procedure qualification records (PQR), inspection methods, and acceptance criteria.\nSupport development, implementation, and continuous improvement of welding quality programs.\nConduct weld process audits and assessments to verify process compliance and effectiveness.\nPartner with Manufacturing Engineering and Operations to identify and implement welding process improvements.\nAnalyze weld-related defects and lead corrective and preventive actions to reduce scrap, rework, and customer issues.\nQuality Engineering Responsibilities\nLead Nonconformance Reviews and root cause investigations utilizing structured problem-solving methodologies.\nDrive corrective action initiatives using data-based decision making and continuous improvement principles.\nProvide visibility of quality performance, weld quality metrics, and corrective action status through dashboards and KPI reporting.\nAnalyze quality trends and identify opportunities to improve process capability and product performance.\nDevelop and implement quality plans for new products, processes, and material changes.\nSupport First Article Inspection (FAI), receiving inspection activities, and manufacturing quality audits.\nEvaluate product and process changes to ensure quality requirements are maintained.\nPromote the use of statistical analysis, process capability studies, and risk-based quality tools.\nSupport supplier quality initiatives involving fabricated and welded components.\nCollaborate with Product Development and Manufacturing teams during new product launches.\nSupport efforts to improve product and process quality through Lean Manufacturing, mistake-proofing (Poka-Yoke), and Zero-Defect methodologies.\nLeadership & Collaboration\nProvide technical guidance to quality inspectors and manufacturing personnel regarding weld quality requirements.\nCoach and mentor production teams on welding quality standards and inspection best practices.\nCoordinate quality initiatives across Huron and Watertown operations.\nWork collaboratively with Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, and external suppliers to resolve quality concerns.\nWhat you’ll bring:\nBasic Qualifications:\nBachelor's Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Welding Engineering Technology, Industrial Technology, or related technical discipline.\nMinimum 3-5 years of Quality Engineering, Welding Quality, Manufacturing Engineering, or related experience in a fabrication/manufacturing environment.\nPreferred Qualifications:\n AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification strongly preferred.\nExtensive experience with welded steel structures, heavy fabrication, and complex weldments.\nStrong working knowledge of AWS D1.1 Structural Welding Code and application of acceptance criteria for welded assemblies.\nExperience interpreting welding symbols, fabrication drawings, WPSs (Welding Procedure Specifications), PQRs (Procedure Qualification Records), and Welder Qualification Records.\nExperience conducting visual weld inspections and evaluating weld discontinuities in accordance with AWS D1.1 requirements.\nKnowledge of welding processes including MIG, Flux-Core, and other common manufacturing welding processes.\nExperience supporting weld quality audits, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives in a fabrication environment.\nQuality Engineering experience in a fabrication/assembly shop environment\nAbility to influence \nAbility to compile and analyze data\nUnderstanding SPC, and process capability determination\nTechnical expertise to identify root causes through data analysis\nExcellent problem-solving skills\nExcellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to teach other team members\nAbility to work independently and within a team\nAbility to coordinate assignments among multiple support groups and provide direction for project team members\nAbility to evaluate product and process change requests to ensure product quality is not compromised\nAbility to work well under compressed time constraints\nAbility to manage multiple tasks/projects at one time\nUnderstanding precision measurement instruments\nSalary: The salary range for this position is $76,500 to $93,500 annually. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to a base salary, this position is eligible for a performance bonus. All eligible Team Members will be offered health insurance (medical, dental, vision, Rx), life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D), short-term and long-term disability, extended leave options, paid time off, company holidays, 401k matching, employee stock purchase plan, legal assistance, wellness programs, tuition reimbursement and discount programs.\nWhy join us\nWe are a global company, and our culture is defined by our Values - Integrity, Respect, Improvement, Servant Leadership, Courage, and Citizenship. Check out this video! The Terex purpose\nSafety is an absolute way of life. We expect all team members to prioritize safety and commit to Zero Harm.\nOur top priority is creating an inclusive environment where every team member feels safe, supported, and valued.\nWe make a positive impact by providing innovative solutions, engaging our people, and operating in a sustainable way.\nWe are committed to helping team members reach their full potential.\nThrough innovation and collaboration, our vision remains forward-looking, and we aim to be a catalyst for change, inspiring others to build a better world for generations.\nWe offer competitive salaries, Team Member bonus, healthcare, paid holidays, 401K, life insurance, LinkedIn Learning.\nFor more information on why Terex is a great place to work click on the link! Careers | Terex Corporate\nIf you are interested in an open position but feel you may not meet all the listed qualifications, we still encourage you to apply.\nAbout Terex:\nTerex Corporation is a global leader in specialized equipment solutions, serving essential sectors such as emergency services, waste and recycling, utilities, and construction. Our diversified portfolio positions us in resilient, high-demand markets with strong long-term growth potential.\nWe design and manufacture advanced specialty vehicles-including fire, ambulance, and recreational vehicles-alongside waste collection vehicles, materials processing machinery, mobile elevating work platforms, and equipment for the electric utility industry. Through our global dealer, parts and service network and true value-creating digital solutions, we deliver best-in-class lifecycle support, helping customers maximize return on investment.\nWith a strong manufacturing footprint in the United States and operations across Europe, India, and Asia Pacific, Terex combines global reach with local expertise to capture opportunities worldwide. Our strategy is clear: exceed customer expectations, invest in innovation, leverage our diversified portfolio, and deliver consistent, profitable growth for our shareholders.\nFor more information, please visit www.terex.com.\nAdditional Information:\nWe are passionate about producing equipment that helps improve the lives of people around the world and providing our team members with a rewarding career and the opportunity to make an impact. We are committed to recruiting, engaging, developing, and retaining team members at all levels of our global workforce. Our culture is defined by our Terex Way Values - Integrity, Respect, Improvement, Servant Leadership, Courage, and Citizenship. Our values are the driving force behind our commitment to maintain an inclusive, supportive, non-discriminatory, and safe workplace for all team members. To that end, we are committed to actively foster a culture where every team member feels valued, listened to, and appreciated. We are committed to being fair and impartial in our decisions. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. If you are a qualified individual with a disability, including disabled veterans, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site as a result of your disability. 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