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Who We Are

Vigor is a values-driven, diversified industrial business operating in six locations with 1,800 people in Oregon, Washington, and Alaska. Built around a collection of powerful, unique assets and differentiated capabilities, Vigor excels at specialized shipbuilding and ship repair, supporting both commercial customers and our national defense. With deep respect for people and the planet, Vigor strives to be a positive, regenerative force for good - environmentally, in the lives of its employees and in the community. Vigor ... Industrial Evolution. For more information, visit vigor.net.

HOURLY RATE: $40.00

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position is responsible for developing, tracking, administering, and scheduling tests and inspections and writing of required reports. The incumbent inspects in-process and final craft work for proper approvals and documents results as required in test and inspection plans developed by the Quality Department.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

(This list is not intended to detail all aspects of the assigned work but is representative of the job's overall responsibilities)
  • Develops tests and inspection plans for areas of responsibility in accordance with internal quality requirements and contract specifications, including but not limited to NAVSEA Standard Items, U.S. Coast Guard Regulations, Classification Societies, and other applicable engineering standards.
  • Serves as liaison between supervision, crafts and regulatory agencies, as required.
  • Ensures that all preliminary inspection requirements have been satisfied and are accomplished in accordance with contract specifications prior to final inspection call outs to regulatory agencies.
  • Monitor craft work to ensure proper workmanship is in accordance with regulatory agencies, classification society, NAVSEA Standard Items, Vigor Industrial and acceptable shipbuilding practices as appropriate.
  • Ensures that all instrumentation and gauges used in testing procedures are properly calibrated in accordance with regulatory agencies and company calibration guidelines.
  • Informs Project Management, Quality Director, Operations Managers/Directors of all deficiencies requiring corrective action as outlined in the Quality Management System (QMS) to include Internal Deficiency Reports (IDR), Quality Deficiency Reports (QDR), and Non-conforming Services (NCS).
  • Establishes and maintains positive, cooperative working relationships with crafts, owner representatives, and regulatory agency officials.
  • Assists Managers, the Quality Director and supervisors in developing test memos and Process Control Procedures to Ensure that final forms and testing practices are in proper format and work scope formed.
  • Develops and assists in administering training to craft supervisors and test directors for applicable test and inspection requirements.
  • Ensures materials purchased and installed meet requirements of contract specifications by performing random checks.
  • Ensures all subcontractors' qualifications meet requirements of regulatory agencies and contract specifications. Also ensures all subcontractor required quality assurance submittals are correct and fulfill requirements of the specifications.
  • Reviews and qualifies all Quality Assurance requirements imposed by outside agencies. Verifies that requirements do not impose higher levels of effort to accomplish then those required by contract specifications.
  • Coordinates with management and craft supervisors to ensure all personnel meet the minimum skill and ability along and possess the required certifications to accomplish the task assigned.



JOB SCOPE:

Operates within the guidelines provided by applicable referenced Codes with regard to the respective discipline to which they are inspecting (i.e.: welding, electrical, coatings, etc.) Position requires ability to assess and administer acceptance requirements based on pre-determined criteria.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

Does not have any direct reports. However, may be responsible for supervising workers engaged in conducting tests and inspections in accordance with procedures.

INTERPERSONAL CONTACTS:

Inspectors are required to coordinate with Project Managers, craft supervisors, and craft personnel, as well as Customer representatives and Regulatory (ABS/ USCG) inspectors. For Navy programs, liaise with NAVSEA Ship Building Specialist (SBS).

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
  • Knowledge of ship systems particularly, how they interact, and construction/repair sequencing.
  • Knowledge of principles and practice of marine or class society surveying, vessel operations, or U.S. Coast Guard inspections. Understanding of engineering principles applicable to ship repair; crafts required in ship repair.
  • Knowledge of AWS D1.1 and ASME Sect IX welding codes.
  • Knowledge and working experience with NAVSEA Standard Items and navy vessels.
  • Experience with Navy 5xxx inspection criteria for aluminum structure.
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints, construction specifications, complex regulatory documents and contracts.
  • Skilled at conducting inspections and guide others in appropriate work process techniques, while mentoring others by modeling respectful behaviors, including interpreting and applying complex contracts in the inspection of work.
  • Ability to apply a systems approach to work planning and execution.
  • Effectively communicate orally and in writing with diverse groups such as customers, vendors, labor representatives and officials at all levels.
  • Handle multiple priorities with independence and good judgment.
  • Effectively work in a complex multi-craft, union work environment; influence others to meet quality standard and skilled at conflict resolution.
  • Ability to use PC, including I-pads, and software applications such as MS Office and Database programs.
  • Ability to provide strong customer service and demonstrate adherence to customer requirements and satisfaction.
  • Able to identify approaches to maximize adherence to quality processes on an on-going basis.
  • Skill in setting high expectations and inspiring employees to meet the standards including use of computer applications such as word processing, spreadsheets and databases.



EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
  • Current CWI or NDT Certifications (VT/UT/MT/PT) Level 2.
  • 1 - 5 years of experience in marine or industrial setting either in a shipyard, heavy construction, or industrial manufacturing environment.



CERTIFICATES, LICENSES AND REGISTRATIONS:

CWI - AWS NDT Inspection Training - Welding inspector (L2 NDT certificates minimum for Structural Inspector in any of VT, MT, PT, UT disciplines)

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Work is conducted in a dynamic, fast-paced shipyard with moderate to loud noise levels from production activity in the shipyard. Will be required to be in production areas in yard and onboard ships. Must be able to walk to and from job sites. Must be able to frequently climb inclined stairways and vertical ladders. Must be able to enter confined areas and tanks. May be required to work more than 8-hour shifts and weekend work. Must be able to frequently bend, squat, crawl and twist. May be required to lift up to 50 pounds. Local travel and out-of-town travel (including air travel) up to 5% of the time with notice. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

While in production areas will be exposed to all weather conditions, noise, dusts and odors. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This role is with a federally contracted employer and is subject to regulations that restrict employment to US Persons only (i.e. US Citizens, lawful permanent residents, legally recognized asylees and refugees, and persons protected under INA). Successful job candidates will be asked to provide documentation of their US Persons status.

Vigor Industrial LLC and its wholly owned subsidiaries are drug, smoke and vape-free workplaces. Prospective employees must pass a drug and alcohol test and background check as pre-employment screening.

Vigor Values

Vigor expects all employees to enhance the atmosphere in which they work by living the Vigor Values every day.

Truth: We seek the truth, and we speak the truthResponsibility: We act on what we know is rightEvolution: We seek mastery, and adapt to a changing worldLove: We care about the people we work with, and the world we live in

Vigor and its wholly owned subsidiaries are committed to inclusion and diversity by providing equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veterans, age, genetics, the presence of a physical or mental condition or disability that can be reasonably accommodated, or any other protected class under relevant laws in the locations we operate. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and can be requested with Vigor's Human Resources Department.

In addition to federal law requirements, Vigor complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination and non-retaliation in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, benefits, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
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Vigor Values: Truth:We Seek the truth, and we Speak the truth. Responsibility:We act on what we know is right. Evolution:We seek mastery, and adapt to a changing world. Love:We care about the people we work with, and the world we live in. Vigor ...

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