Quality Assurance Inspector

The Inspector is responsible for conducting thorough in-process & NDT of railcars as required; researching and identifying required repairs; and ensuring all documentation is accurate and compliant with U.S. and Canadian regulations, AAR Interchange/MSRP standards, DOT/TC requirements, and company procedures. The incumbent ensures all maintenance, qualification, and inspection activities are completed in accordance with governing regulations, identifies nonconformances, and ensures cars are properly approved and released. This role carries full authority to stop work on railcars or components pending issue resolution.

Responsibilities

Performs visual, dimensional, mechanical, and regulatory inspections of railcars and components throughout all stages of the repair and qualification process; Ensures that all identified nonconforming conditions are reported through the appropriate forms, checklists, and nonconformance reporting system; Maintains complete and accurate inspection records and ensures the final car file is compliant and ready for release; Reviews shop-floor documentation to ensure completeness, accuracy, and regulatory compliance; Identifies repairs and assigns responsibility based on company policies, pricing matrices, and RBU profitability guidelines; Conducts audits to ensure production activities align with applicable standards and requirements; Works with production to plan shipments and ensure inspections are completed in a timely manner; Verifies cars are properly secured, marked, closed, and identified prior to release for interchange; Interfaces with railroads, lessees, outside inspectors, and internal departments to resolve inspection findings and expedite the repair process; Conducts function specific training with employees; Perform quality assurance administrative functions as needed including but not limited to: audit participation, document control, measuring and test equipment, root cause corrective action, etc.; Identifies potential claims such as corrosion or loading-rack damage and follows through to resolution; Participates in and supports quality initiatives and Responsible Care activities; Uses judgment and discretion in inspection and documentation activities, escalating only unusual or unprecedented issues

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent; Minimum of 3-5 years of related work experience in railcar repair or manufacturing; Ability to gain NDT Visual Testing (VT) Level II Certification per the requirements AAR M1002 Appendix T, ASNT SNT-TC-1A, ASNT CP-189, ASNT-9712 or ISO-9712; Ability to communicate technical information verbally and in writing; Proficient with applicable electronic systems; Working knowledge of AAR and FRA regulations, Fleet Repair Standards, and company procedures; General mechanical aptitude and ability to use industry gauges (including AAR Rule 1 gages), test equipment, weld inspection tools, and dimensional inspection tools; Ability to interpret standards, drawings, regulations, repair instructions, and specifications; Near visual acuity correctable to a J2 on a McKesson Jaeger Eye Chart; Stamina to work across large shop areas and recognize danger signals to ensure safety; Must be willing and able to work in an industrial repair environment, complying with all required personal protective equipment (PPE) and safety protocols; Vision correctable to 20/30 for inspection activities; Ability to enter tank cars through 20-inch manway openings; Manual dexterity and physical coordination are necessary to operate tools and safety equipment; Moderate to heavy physical exertion, including lifting and carrying materials, climbing in and out of railcars, working at heights and in confined spaces

Nice to have

AWS Certified Welding Inspector; AMPP Coating Inspector; ASQ Certified Quality Inspector/Technician certifications; Knowledge of railcar components, airbrakes, welding and nondestructive testing; NDT Visual Testing (VT) Level II Certification

Benefits

Medical; Dental; Vision; 401k matching