Quality Control & CWI

Spirit Construction Services, Inc., founded in 1989, is an industrial construction contractor excelling in the paper industry. We maintain a higher retention rate for our management and craftsmen because of our benefit and company philosophy of actively encouraging on-the-job training and cross-training. We are one of the largest pulp and paper construction contractors in the United States and our safety record exceeds industry standards.

Responsibilities for Quality Control

Oversee Quality Control Processes:

• Supervise all quality control activities on-site to ensure compliance with industry standards and project specifications.

Conduct Inspections:

• Perform regular inspections of materials, workmanship, and construction processes.

Implement Quality Procedures:

• Develop and enforce quality control procedures and protocols.

Train Staff:

• Provide training to employees on quality standards and procedures.

Maintain Documentation:

• Keep detailed records of quality inspections, defects, and corrective actions.

Coordinate with Project Teams:

• Work closely with project managers, engineers, and subcontractors to address quality issues.

Report Findings:

• Generate and present reports on quality control activities to management.

Ensure Compliance:

• Ensure all operations comply with relevant building codes, safety regulations, and client specifications.

Responsibilities for CWI

Weld Testing:

• Review Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS) to ensure the WPS is appropriate for the test and complies with relevant codes and standards.
• Prepare Test Materials to ensure the necessary materials, including base metals, filler metals, and any required equipment is available.
• Set Up Testing Environment to ensure the testing environment is suitable, including proper lighting, and fixture is available for appropriate test position.
• Monitor the Welding Process to observe the welder during the test to ensure adherence to the WPS and proper technique.
• Conduct Visual Inspection and destructive bend test.
• Document Findings

Inspect Welds:

• Ensure all welds meet industry standards and specifications.
• Maintain site weld map.

Document Findings:

• Accurately document and report inspection results.

Train and Mentor:

• Provide training and guidance to junior inspectors and welders.

Ensure Compliance:

• Verify compliance with welding codes and safety regulations.

Use Nondestructive Testing:

• Manage “third party” nondestructive testing methods to evaluate welds.

Developed Procedures:

• Assist in developing and implementing welding procedures and protocols

Qualifications

• Knowledge and experience from working under a Quality Management Program
• Minimum 4 years of professional experience working as Quality Inspector and/or Quality Technician
• Must hold a current AWS CWI, ASNT VT II, and/or API 510/570 certifications
• Extensive knowledge of NDT methods (UT, MT, PT, RT)
• Understanding of ASTM standards and materials
• Efficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and construction project management software (Procore preferred)
• Ability to work as a team and communicate effectively with co-workers
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
• High level of organizational skills
• Extensive knowledge of reading and understanding drawings
• Must be a quick learner and self-motivated with the drive to learn and grow
• Ability to travel and relocate as needed
• Experience working to customer specifications
• Experience with the verification of mechanical equipment alignment
• Extensive knowledge of codes and standards (ASME, AWS, ACI, AISC, NACE)
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Must be willing and able to climb up and down stairs and ladders while working on scaffolds and in trenches to access work