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Headquartered in Pittsburgh, USA since 1934, Bloom serves its global customers from subsidiaries in the Germany, India, and China.\nBloom Engineering’s knowledge and experience in furnace and heating applications provides meaningful competitive advantage to our customers by reducing CO2 and NOX, conversion to sustainable fuel sources, increasing production capacity, improving temperature uniformity, reducing fuel consumption, and enhancing operating flexibility.\nHow Will You Make a Difference?\nThe Quality Control Inspector is responsible for verifying that materials, fabricated components, welded assemblies, coatings, refractory installations, and finished products meet all customer, engineering, industry, regulatory, and company quality requirements. The inspector conducts inspections throughout the manufacturing process, reviews quality documentation, identifies nonconforming conditions, and supports corrective actions to ensure products are delivered safely, reliably, and in compliance with applicable specifications.\nThis is a union position with a pay rate of $38.11/hour.\nWhat Do We Want to Know About You?\nEducation\nHigh School Diploma or GED required.\nTechnical school training, manufacturing certification, or related education preferred.\nExperience\nMinimum 3-5 years of quality inspection experience in a manufacturing environment.\nExperience interpreting engineering drawings and specifications.\nExperience inspecting fabricated weldments, assemblies, and industrial equipment preferred. Prior welding experience is a plus.\nExperience with material traceability and quality documentation preferred.\nTechnical Skills\nAbility to read and interpret:Engineering drawings\nBlueprints\nSpecifications\nBills of Material (BOMs)\nWelding documents\nQuality procedures\n\nKnowledge of:Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)\nWelding inspection principles\nMaterial certifications\nManufacturing processes\nDimensional inspection techniques\n\nInspection Equipment - Must be proficient in using tape measures, calipers, micrometers, height gauges, thread gauges, thickness gauges, dual indicators, surface profile gauges, weld gauges, and precision measuring instruments.\nComputer Skills - Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite products, Microsoft Outlook, ERP/MRP systems, electronic quality management systems, and digital inspection reporting systems.\nWhat Will Your Typical Day Look Like?\nIncoming Material Inspection\nInspect incoming raw materials, components, purchased parts, and outsourced machined and fabrication components and assemblies.\nVerify welding activities are performed in accordance with approved Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS).\nPerform visual weld inspections in accordance with applicable codes and standards.\nIdentify weld discontinuities and ensure corrective actions are implemented and documented.\nVerify material certifications, heat numbers, traceability records, and compliance with purchase order requirements.\nReview Mill Test Reports (MTRs), Certificates of Compliance (COCs), and supplier quality documentation.\nConfirm proper identification and storage of incoming materials.\nDocument and report material discrepancies or supplier quality issues.\nIn-Process Inspection\nWork with the group leaders and shop employees to perform dimensional inspections of assemblies and components during in-shop fabrication (when required), refractory, assembly, and paint.\nVerify compliance with manufacturing drawings, specifications, work instructions, and quality plans.\nConduct visual inspections of assemblies throughout production.\nMonitor compliance with established manufacturing and quality procedures.\nWork with the group leaders to perform first article, in-process, and final inspections as required.\nAssist/support in burner repair inspection in coordination with engineering and production.\nFinal Inspection\nConduct comprehensive final inspections prior to shipment.\nVerify product configuration, dimensions, labeling, documentation, and customer-specific requirements.\nEnsure all quality documentation is complete and accurate.\nApprove products for shipment when requirements are satisfied.\nDocumentation and Records\nMaintain accurate physical and electronic inspection records, reports, and quality documentation.\nComplete inspection checklists and reports in a timely manner.\nReview manufacturing travelers, routers, and quality packages for completeness.\nEnsure traceability and record retention requirements are maintained.\nAssist in preparing quality data for customer reviews and audits.\nNonconformance Management\nIdentify, document, and segregate nonconforming materials and products.\nGenerate nonconformance reports (NCRs).\nParticipate in root cause investigations and corrective action activities.\nVerify effectiveness of corrective actions when implemented.\nCustomer/Vendor Inspection Support\nPerform quality inspections at vendor facilities as required.\nVerify vendor compliance with approved drawings, specifications, purchase order requirements, and quality expectations.\nReview vendor manufacturing and inspection records.\nEnsure vendor documentation packages are complete prior to shipment.\nAssist during customer audits and regulatory audits.\nInterface professionally with customers, suppliers, inspectors, and regulatory representatives.\nContinuous Improvement\nParticipate in quality improvement initiatives.\nRecommend improvements to inspection methods, processes, and quality systems.\nSupport Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement activities.\nPromote a culture of quality and product compliance throughout the organization.\nPhysical Requirements\nFrequent standing and walking throughout production areas.\nFrequent bending, climbing, kneeling, and reaching.\nAbility to lift up to 40 pounds occasionally.\nAbility to work in manufacturing, warehouse, and outdoor environments.\nWorking Conditions\nManufacturing and industrial shop environment.\nExposure to welding operations, machining, grinding, paint operations, and material handling activities.\nMay require overtime, weekends, or off-shift work based on production schedules and customer requirements.\nOccasional travel to suppliers or customer sites may be required.\n Our job titles may span more than one career level. The hourly rate for this role is $38.11/hour. More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, are available at mywabtecbenefits.com.\nWhat could you accomplish in a place that puts People First?\nAt Wabtec, it’s not just about a job - it’s about the impact you make. When our people come together, we’re Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other.\nIf you’re ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you.\nWho are we?\nWabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether it’s freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together - are accelerating the future of transportation. With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike.\nOur global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We’re lifelong learners, obsessed with better. Learn more at www.WabtecCorp.com.\nCulture powers us and the possibilities.\nWe believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create a place where everyone belongs. We’re building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress.\nWe’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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