Supplier Quality Rep-Iron Works- Part Time #3600

Supplier Quality Representative (SQR) – Traveling / On-Call #3600

Greater Houston, TX – Travel Throughout Texas and Nationwide Part-Time / As Needed | Potentially 20–40 Hours per Week 1 Year Contract – Potential for Full-Time Opportunities Weekdays, Weekends, and Overnight Assignments with Notice

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Supplier Quality Representative (SQR) to perform quality surveillance and inspections at supplier and manufacturing facilities throughout Texas and the United States. This position focuses on welding, fabrication, mechanical equipment testing, dimensional inspections, and quality documentation.

This is a flexible, as-needed position supporting short-notice inspection assignments. Hours will vary based on project needs, with the potential to transition into full-time work.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform supplier quality surveillance of welding, fabrication, and manufacturing activities.
• Conduct dimensional inspections and verify compliance with engineering drawings and specifications.
• Witness equipment run testing, balance testing, hydrostatic testing, and functional testing.
• Review welding procedures, inspection and test plans (ITPs), Material Test Reports (MTRs), and quality documentation.
• Monitor NDE/NDT activities and verify compliance with applicable standards.
• Identify, document, and report nonconformances and verify corrective actions.
• Conduct final inspections, shipping verification, and equipment release.
• Prepare detailed surveillance reports and communicate findings with supplier and project personnel.
• Travel to supplier facilities for scheduled and short-notice inspection assignments.

Qualifications & Requirements

• 4–5+ years of QA/QC, supplier quality, or fabrication shop inspection experience preferred.
• Strong experience in welding, fabrication, dimensional inspections, and mechanical equipment testing.
• Knowledge of hydrostatic testing, equipment run testing, balance testing, and functional testing.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications, and inspection documentation.
• Familiarity with applicable ASME, AWS, API, and industry quality standards.
• Experience with supplier surveillance, nonconformance reporting, and quality documentation.
• Strong communication, reporting, and independent decision-making skills.
• Valid driver's license and ability to meet background and facility access requirements.
• Must be based in the Greater Houston area and willing to travel throughout Texas and nationwide.
• Must have flexibility for weekday, weekend, overnight, and short-notice assignments.

Preferred Certifications

• AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)
• ASNT Level II (NDT)
• AMPP/NACE Coating Inspector
• Other relevant mechanical inspection or quality certifications

Important Scheduling Information

This is an as-needed contract position with no guaranteed weekly hours. Assignments may require short-notice availability, including weekends and overnight work. Hours may range from 20–40 per week when work is available, with potential full-time opportunities depending on project needs.

Applicants should include all relevant industry certifications on their resume, including issue and expiration dates.