FREELANCE QUALITY INSPECTOR

ACTIVITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
PROFESSIONAL PROFILE:
QUALITY INSPECTOR-Expediter
ACTIVITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
For the electrical, instrumentation, and mechanical sectors (HVAC system skill could be preferable), including familiarity with CE certification processes for electrical and mechanical components (if possible also ATEX certification skill), conformity assessment procedures, and applicable European regulations and standards.

He/She has the task of carrying out Quality Control activities and Supplier's follow-up, with the following:

Responsibilities

Attend quality meetings at the Supplier's location.

Record the results of inspection activities with a special Report.

Check suppliers' ITPs.

Follow up the inspection and test activities during manufacturing/assembly activities, through manufacturing ITPs (assembly activities for mechanical and electrical components – including wiring check of cabinets and junction boxes inspection/verification, welding/brazing activities, NDE tests, coating/cleaning activities and all relevant process steps for the manufacturing of main equipment).

Conduct inspections, final testing, and tests in accordance with documented procedures, standards, and international codes, in particular:

Control of the implementation of traceability requirements

Control of the implementation of part identification requirements

Control of the implementation of metrology and calibration requirements

Control of the implementation of handling, storage and preservation requirements

Verify the resolution of non-compliances and the implementation of changes.

Control the Supplier's adherence to its internal Quality System and verify compliance with the Project Quality Plan requirements. Provide support during ANN/Customer surveillance activities, ensuring that identified findings are appropriately addressed and closed out.

Monitor suppliers' progress and manufacturing activities to ensure compliance with project schedules and delivery commitments.

Expedite suppliers and subcontractors by tracking engineering, procurement, manufacturing, inspection, and documentation milestones.

Identify potential delays and critical issues, proposing and following up corrective actions to mitigate schedule impacts.

Coordinate with suppliers, procurement, engineering, logistics, and project teams to ensure the timely availability of materials, equipment, and documentation.

Monitor the issuance, review, and approval process of technical and quality documentation to support project schedules.

Prepare progress reports and communicate the status of manufacturing, inspections, documentation, and deliveries to project stakeholders.

Support shipment readiness activities and verify that all required inspections and documentation are completed prior to delivery.

BASIC SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

Degree in engineering or science and three months of experience in inspection and testing activities, or technical secondary diploma and six months of experience in inspection and testing activities

At least two years of experience in the design, construction, installation, operation, and maintenance of industrial plants

Have experience of supplier management

Good knowledge of the ISO 9001 standard

Knowledge of codes and standards in the field of Quality Management Systems

Certification as an expert in welding and/or non-destructive testing, for QC inspectors

Good knowledge of English

Ability to organize and plan inspections

Ability to evaluate the results of inspections

HVAC and electrical capability is preferable

CE and ATEX certification capability is preferable

LEVEL OF EXPERTISE

Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and HVAC systems.

Familiarity with CE marking and certification requirements.

Ability to interpret technical specifications, drawings, and procedures.

Experience with Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), Quality Control Plans (QCPs), Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs), and quality dossiers.

Understanding of applicable codes and standards for mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and HVAC systems

Knowledge of codes and standards in:

CE Directives (Machinery, EMC, ATEX):

Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC

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