Venture Dynamics is currently seeking a QA Clerk to support quality assurance operations in the shipbuilding and ship repair industry. This position is responsible for maintaining accurate welding records, inspection documentation, and technical data while supporting the quality control team with data entry and document management. Previous shipyard experience and familiarity with welding documentation are preferred, especially experience using NavWeld. This position is offered on a contract basis, with potential for long-term placement based on performance and client needs.
Responsibilities
- Enter, update, and maintain quality assurance records, welding documentation, and inspection information in electronic databases.
- Support QA Clerk activities by reviewing technical documents for accuracy, completeness, and consistency before data entry.
- Organize and maintain welding procedure records, welder qualification documents, inspection reports, and supporting quality documentation.
- Review handwritten logs, material test reports, and nondestructive testing records to accurately transfer information into electronic systems.
- Cross-reference technical information, including material specifications, welding parameters, and inspection results, against source documentation.
- Identify missing or inconsistent information and coordinate with quality assurance personnel, welding inspectors, and supervisors for clarification.
- Maintain organized electronic and physical filing systems to support document retrieval, audits, and quality record traceability.
- Assist with tracking documentation updates, correcting clerical discrepancies, and preparing quality records for review.
Requirements
- Previous experience in administrative support, data entry, document control, or quality assurance recordkeeping.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to accurately enter technical information, measurements, and numerical data.
- Ability to read, organize, and interpret technical documents, inspection records, and written instructions.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
- Experience working with electronic databases, document management systems, or similar software.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple documentation tasks while meeting deadlines.
- Ability to identify discrepancies and communicate effectively with technical and administrative personnel.
- Ability to maintain confidential records and follow established documentation procedures.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience using NavWeld for welding documentation, qualification records, or quality assurance data entry.
- Experience in a shipyard, marine repair, industrial fabrication, or quality control environment.
- Familiarity with welding terminology, welding procedure specifications, and welder qualification records.
- Knowledge of NAVSEA welding requirements, MIL-STD-22D, AWS D1.1, or ASME Section IX.
- Experience handling material test reports, nondestructive testing documentation, and inspection records.
Venture Dynamics is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.