QA Inspector

Yellowstone Local is proud to represent Western Utility Telecom, an industry leader in utility and telecommunications manufacturing.

Your inspection expertise deserves more than a checklist. Put your UT and MT Level II certifications to work in a role where your judgment protects product quality, drives manufacturing excellence, and makes a real impact.

What's in it for You

• Earn $35 to $45 per hour, depending on experience.

• Full-time, non-exempt position.

• 401(k) with company match and retirement plan.

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA).

• Life insurance.

• Paid time off.

• Parental leave.

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

• Opportunity to take ownership of quality assurance testing and inspection activities.

• Work directly with plant and quality leadership to address inspection concerns and improve quality processes.

Why You'll Love It Here

• Play a key role in maintaining the quality and integrity of fabricated steel products.

• Perform independent inspections within your certification scope and established procedures.

• Work closely with the Plant Manager and QA Manager/NDT Level III to resolve quality concerns.

• Have a direct impact on product quality, production efficiency, and customer satisfaction.

• Join a team that values accountability, safety, teamwork, and attention to detail.

• Contribute to continuous improvement in inspection procedures and quality control operations.

Your New Role

• Work in Fernley, Nevada, performing quality assurance inspections on fabricated steel products.

• Conduct conventional ultrasonic testing (UT) on welds and perform straight-beam and thickness inspections according to approved procedures.

• Perform magnetic particle testing (MT) and visual testing (VT) within your qualifications and assigned scope.

• Evaluate inspection results against applicable codes, procedures, and acceptance criteria.

• Identify and document weld defects, material inconsistencies, and other nonconforming conditions.

• Prepare accurate inspection reports and maintain weld and material traceability records.

• Track corrective actions and perform or document reinspections to verify completed repairs.

• Accept or reject inspected work, place nonconforming products on hold, and escalate quality concerns according to established procedures.

• Coordinate with the Plant Manager, QA Manager/NDT Level III, and production personnel to address inspection findings.

• Use Microsoft Excel, Word, and Adobe software to maintain inspection records and quality documentation.

• Support additional quality control activities while following established workplace safety procedures.

• Travel to vendor or customer locations as needed to perform inspections and support quality requirements.

Hiring Expectations: Apply today, complete a quick phone screening, and get ready for an interview with our team to discuss your goals and experience.

• Level II certifications in Ultrasonic Testing (UT) and Magnetic Particle Testing (MT) under an employer-based program aligned with ASNT SNT-TC-1A.

• Ability to meet company qualification and certification requirements before performing independent inspections.

• Hands-on experience performing conventional ultrasonic weld inspections and straight-beam/thickness testing.

• Ability to independently evaluate inspection results and determine compliance with established acceptance criteria.

• Experience with steel fabrication and quality control inspections.

• Ability to read and interpret fabrication drawings, welding symbols, and technical specifications.

• Familiarity with AWS D1.1 and applicable AWS, ASCE, AISC, and ASTM standards.

• Experience maintaining inspection reports, test documentation, and material traceability records.

• Proficiency or familiarity with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Adobe software.

• Strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and clear communication skills.

• Ability to work with production teams and quality leadership to identify and resolve inspection concerns.

• Willingness to travel to vendor or customer sites when required.

Western Utility Telecom is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.#orange