Quality Assurance Representative / Quality Control Inspector

About The Role

We are seeking a QA Representative / QC Inspector to join our corporate team supporting federal initiatives! This position is full-time and will be based out of Amarillo, TX.

Responsibilities

• Interdisciplinary support of the organization to ensure operational success.
• Commitment to continuous improvement of programs and processes in pursuit of GEM’s organizational goals.
• Development and conduct of training for Quality Assurance processes.
• Assisting in the development and implementation of Project Quality Plans and Procedures as required by contract specifications.
• Review and endorsement of procurement documentation for compliance with Quality requirements.
• Implementation and training of GEM’s suspect/counterfeit items prevention program.
• Performance of inspections including receipt inspections of commercial, Commercial Grade Dedication, and ASME NQA-1 safety-related materials.
• Review and make suggestions for improvement of operational instructions (work packages, project procedures, etc.)
• Perform visual inspection of project activities and document results as required by contract specifications and GEM programs.
• Serve as custodian for calibrated Measuring & Test Equipment: prepare procurement documentation; perform receipt inspection; maintain storage, issuance, and records; ensure proper use of M&TE by verbal instruction and demonstration as needed; maintain M&TE database
• Inventory control of quality-related goods.
• Identify and resolve Nonconformances and Corrective Actions in accordance with approved procedures, including 10 CFR 21, 10 CFR 50.5e, and 10 CFR 830 as applicable.
• Ensure Quality Records are appropriately completed, reviewed, and routed for closeout and retention.
• As directed by the QAM, perform surveillance/audit of project and/or vendor activities.
  
  

Requirements

• Education & Years of Experience – High School Diploma and 2+ years of construction quality assurance/quality control field experience implementing and documenting the results of oversight, surveillances, inspections, or tests that are required to be performed in accordance with documented procedures, acceptable standards, and/or industry practices.
• Must has at least 2 years of Quality Assurance and/or Control experience
• Must have worked on projects implementing ASME NQA-1 compliant quality assurance programs and procedures
• Experience implementing ASME NQA-1 quality requirements in a field construction quality role.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in formal and informal applications.
• Ability to perform tasks and achieve goals proactively and autonomously.
• Attention to detail and ability to perform constructive peer reviews for the project team.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 programs including word, excel, PowerPoint, and familiarity with use of OneDrive.
• Experience providing reasonable assurance for quality task and oversight responsibilities.
• Requisite knowledge, training, required certification, experience, and skills to successfully comprehend and implement assigned quality roles and responsibilities for quality related projects including DOE O 414.1D and ASME NQA-1 requirements.
• The ability to learn and implement the Contractors’ quality program.
• Prior experience conducting inspections, identifying quality deficiencies, initiating non-conformances, and enforcing quality requirements for Contractor and sub-tier personnel.
• Experience with MT&E use, calibration, certification, and records.
  
  

Desired Skills

• Experience implementing DOE O 414.1D requirements preferred.
• Past performance in procedure writing is preferred.
• Experience with document control and processes is preferred.
• Audit experience is preferred.
  
  

About Gem

GEM Technologies, Inc. (GEM) is an award-winning federal contractor with more than 30 years of experience providing environmental, construction, facility management, and technical services to federal agencies, state and local governments, and commercial organizations. Founded in 1994 as a nuclear engineering firm to support federal operations in East Tennessee, GEM has since expanded into a nationwide, multi-disciplinary provider with over 270 employees and a diverse portfolio of contracts in the environmental, nuclear, and defense sectors. Some reasons to join GEM are:

• Our philosophy – We believe in the power of effective collaboration and recognize that good partnerships are the building blocks to success.
• Our relationships – Partnering with federal clients, we solve complex problems, exceed expectations, and advance critical missions.
• Our team – We are committed to managing a cohesive workforce and cultivating a supportive workplace for our employees on contracts and in-office.
• Our community involvement – Supporting our communities, we invest time and money in local schools and non-profit organizations.
  
  

Compensation And Benefits

GEM’s offered compensation is dependent on candidates’ education, qualifications, and relevant years of experience. To recruit and retain our exceptional staff, we offer the opportunity to elect benefit packages that best suit our employee’s needs; this includes, but is not limited to, a competitive Salary, Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance (including HSA & PPO options), Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays, Life Insurance, and a matching 401(k) Retirement Plan.

Please Note: With the exception of mandated state requirements, GEM does not publish salary information on external job boards; as such, most ranges listed are estimates made by vendors and not actual salary ranges.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

GEM Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, or any other basis protected by law.