The Safety, Quality, and Compliance (SQC) Specialist will collect data on, analyze, and design improvements to work environments and procedures using the OBR safety and quality framework already in Place. The SQC Specialist will assist in developing policies and procedures that help prevent harm to workers and property inspects machines and air quality, design safe workspaces, and create policies for workers to follow that minimize job-related hazards. Approximately 25% travel is required.
Roles/Tasks of the Position:
- Monitor production and follow scheduled quality checks.
- Perform root cause analysis.
- Report and track deficiencies through Corrective and Preventive Action Reports.
- Segregate and control defective products and material.
- Maintain and organize quality, safety, and production records.
- Follow up with customers to address complaints.
- Ensure compliance with OBR training requirements.
- Implement all current OBR safety, quality, and compliance programs in all the WTX sites.
- Implement new or updated internal safety and quality policies as needed.
- Responsible for site audit/self-inspection processes and Key Performance Indicators.
- Own the incident investigation process, including root cause analysis and identification of corrective and preventive action plans (CAPA) for all WTX sites.
- Manage the Permit to Work program including the creation of Job Hazard Analysis (JHAs) with focus on issuing permits for high-risk activities.
- Develop Risk Assessments for onsite activities.
- Assist in implementing new worker safety rules and regulations for site personnel and management.
- Ensure that standards are tracked, recalibrated, stored, and managed in accordance with prescribed methods to maintain the integrity of standards.
- Perform required investigations for failed standards when necessary to assess the impact on data and processes.
- Stays up to date on state and federal occupational safety regulations.
- Identifies health and safety hazards.
- Maintain required safety documents/files.
- Conduct safety audits/inspections of WTX work crews.
- Assist in conducting and organizing on-site safety meetings.
- Serve as the primary point of contact in the admin of risk and safety policies and procedures and programs’ safety needs and concern for WTX.
- Assist with executing the organization’s overall risks and safety strategy.
- Develop, implement, and manage processes to ensure that services meet required specifications for quality, function, and reliability prior to delivery. This includes the development of Level 1, Level 2, and Level 3 documentation as appropriate.
- Identify and set appropriate quality standards and parameters for in-house manufacturing.
- Assist with development of project-specific quality documents, including Inspection Test Plans
- Travel to WTX site locations monthly.
- Responsible for ensuring monthly inspections are completed for all emergency equipment such as eye wash stations, fire extinguishers, etc.
- Other duties as assigned.
Education & Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in a related field of study
- OSHA 30
- Certification in CPR and First Aid
- Blood Borne Pathogens training.
- Working knowledge of DOT, FMCSA, EPA and OSHA regulations
- Certified Quality Technician (QCT) preferred.
- NDT Certification
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Ability to read and understand shop drawings/prints.
- Ability to read and use measuring tools (tape measure, calipers, and micrometers).
- Strong understanding of fabrication and welding processes.
- Demonstrate the ability to communicate details of safety procedures clearly to employees.
- Pay close attention to detail.
- Demonstrate detailed knowledge of OSHA guidelines.
- Demonstrate strong leadership skills.
- Exhibit ability to think practically and creatively to implement the best safety practices.
- Respond quickly and efficiently to emergency situations.
- Demonstrate knowledge of the specific tools and equipment used in the workplace.
- Exercise caution and alertness always.
- Possess strong problem solving and analytical skills.
- Must be comfortable working in a shop environment.
