We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Quality Inspector to join our shipyard team in support of the construction, integration, and testing of autonomous surface vessels.
\nThe Quality Inspector plays a critical role in ensuring that all materials, components, assemblies, and completed vessels meet the highest standards of quality, safety, and regulatory compliance. This position requires flexibility in shift work, a strong eye for detail, and the ability to collaborate closely with engineering, production, and regulatory representatives in a fast-paced shipyard environment.
\nResponsibilities:
\nInspection & Testing: Perform in-process and final inspections of welds, hull structures, electrical/electronic systems, outfitting, and finished vessels to verify compliance with drawings, specifications, regulatory/military standards, and customer requirements. Support harbour and sea trials with inspection and verification activities.
\nDocumentation: Maintain accurate inspection records, including results, nonconformances, and corrective actions. Prepare inspection reports and provide timely feedback to engineering and production teams.
\nCompliance: Ensure adherence to internal quality standards, ISO 9001, regulatory, and military specific standards. Verify that processes and products comply with all applicable requirements.
\nProblem-Solving: Identify defects, deviations, or nonconformances. Work with cross-functional teams to investigate root causes, recommend corrective/preventive actions, and verify effectiveness of fixes.
\nContinuous Improvement: Actively support quality improvement initiatives, process audits, and implementation of best practices in the shipyard. Provide input on opportunities for inspection efficiency and effectiveness.
\nCollaboration: Partner with engineering, production, and supply chain teams to address quality issues and support on-time delivery of fully compliant autonomous vessels. Interface with regulatory inspectors and customer representatives as required.
\nTraining & Support: Assist in training new inspectors and shipyard personnel in inspection procedures, quality standards, and the proper use of inspection tools and documentation systems.
\nQualifications:
\nMinimum 1+ years of experience in quality inspection, preferably in shipbuilding, defence, aerospace, or maritime industries. Experience with autonomous or advanced systems is a plus.
\nSolid understanding of quality control principles, inspection techniques, and measurement methods.
\nProficiency in using inspection tools and equipment (e.g., calipers, micrometers, gauges, weld inspection tools, electrical test equipment).
\nFamiliarity with industry standards and regulations. Experience with ISO 9001, ABS, Navy, and/or Department of Defence quality standards is highly desirable.
\nStrong problem-solving skills with high attention to detail and accuracy.
\nEffective written and verbal communication skills; able to clearly document findings and interact with production and engineering teams.
\nAbility to thrive in a fast-paced shipyard/startup environment with shifting priorities.
\nBenefits:
\nMedical Insurance: Comprehensive health insurance plans covering a range of services
\nSaronic pays 100% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents
\nDental and Vision Insurance: Coverage for routine dental check-ups, orthodontics, and vision care
\nSaronic pays 99% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents
\nTime Off: Generous PTO and Holidays
\nParental Leave: Paid maternity and paternity leave to support new parents
\nCompetitive Salary: Industry-standard salaries with opportunities for performance-based bonuses
\nRetirement Plan: 401(k) plan
\nStock Options: Equity options to give employees a stake in the company’s success
\nLife and Disability Insurance: Basic life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage
\nAdditional Perks: Free lunch benefit and unlimited free drinks and snacks in the office
\nPhysical Demands:
\nAbility to perform physically demanding work for extended periods of time, up to 12 hours/day
\nFrequently and repetitively, lift, push and carry up to 20 lbs.
\nThe ability to carry 20 lbs. up and down stairs
\nAbility to work outside for an extended period of time
\nFrequently and repetitively, bend, lift and reach to install vehicle parts of varying size and weight overhead, accurately and in allotted timeframes
\nAbility to stand and walk for up to 12 hours/day, including over varied and uneven terrain
\nStoop, lay, bend, reach, squat, kneel, crouch, twist and crawl for extended periods of time, including up to 12 hours/day
\nClimb and maintain balance on ladders, platforms, or other high structures
\nAbility to find issues in a work process and be alert to safety signals using sight, touch, and hearing
\nDemonstrated ability to handle and manipulate tooling and mechanically fasten bolts within required cycle time
\nExposures to hazardous materials and ability to follow waste handling/disposal procedures
\nWearing Personal Protective Equipment, including but not limited to safety glasses, safety shoes, hearing protection, gloves and adhering to prescribed safety rules and guidelines
\nAdditional Information:
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