Framatome

Quality Inspector

Lynchburg, VA

Full-time

$49,920-$64,480

About This Job

What You’ve Accomplished

You have completed a High School diploma and at least 5 years of related experience. You may have completed an Associate's Degree in a Technical Discipline and at least 2 years of related experience and are ready to join Framatome and help deliver clean, safe energy and advance nuclear technology.

Who You Are

Your actions, behaviors, and decisions are made in a manner consistent with our Core Values: https://www.framatome.com/en/jobseekers/our-values/

You may have also acquired the following skills:

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Knowledge of basic related engineering, quality assurance and quality control standards techniques and criteria.

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Good verbal and written communication skills and the ability to comprehend and convey technical data.

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Ability to develop and maintain good interpersonal relationships with all levels of staff and management.

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Good problem identification and problem resolution skills.

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Good organizational skills.

Additional preferred skills:

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Past or current experience in performing inspections and be able to be certified to ANSI N45.2.6 as a Level II inspector. Must be able to pass practical and written test.

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Knowledge of 10CFR50 Appendix-B- and NQA-1 Quality Programs.

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Familiar in the use of common computer software such as Word, Excel in generating documents.

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Knowledge and application of the fundamental concepts, practices and procedures of particular field of specialization

Your Opportunity

This full-time role is about making an impact on people’s lives and the future of clean energy. You will leverage your skills and experience to be part of an innovative team and make a difference for our customers. As a Quality Inspector in Lynchburg, VA, you will be part of the proven team in the Quality Performance and Safety Business Line in the Installed Base Business Unit. The Quality Operations Group is responsible for compliance/oversight inspection and surveillance activities related to outage and in-house facilities activities I.A.W. Framatome Quality Assurance Program requirements, Framatome performance and continuous improvement expectations. The Quality Inspector is responsible for activities involving quality assurance and compliance with applicable regulatory, Framatome, and customer requirements. You will perform various types of QC inspections including receiving inspection, in-process and final inspections on electrical, mechanical and visual products at Framatome facilities, supplier shops and customer location. This role conducts physical measurements and tests of components as needed to verify quality characteristics. You must be able to pass Fitness-for-Duty screening and testing for access to nuclear power plants. Your work will include:

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Conducts oversight and verify products for compliance to procedures.

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Performs QC inspection duties performing inspections at Framatome facilities in Lynchburg and other locations as needed.

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Conducts physical measurements and tests of components as needed to verify quality characteristics.

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Utilizes judgment and experience to identify issues which affect product quality in manufacturing areas.

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Utilizes judgment and experience to identify procedural and process weaknesses in manufacturing areas.

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Conducts independent verification of completion of actions reported as complete within the corrective action program.

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During outage assignments must be able to work 12-hour days 6 days a week. (Including either day or night shifts)

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Reviews/analyses data and documentation for acceptance of products /processes.

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Be willing and able to travel and support inspection and oversight activities at US and Foreign utilities during peak outage seasons for weeks at a time.

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Be competent to perform tasks that may impact on health and safety in the workplace.

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Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the quality field.

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Intermediate computer skills including job specific programs, spreadsheets, word processing.

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Ability to read and understand procedures, specifications and drawings and to evaluate documentation for compliance with design specifications.

This position requires up to 25% travel. Together we will enable clean, safe, and economical low-carbon energy to meet the global ambition for a better tomorrow.

Who We Are

Framatome is an international leader in nuclear energy recognized for its innovative solutions and value-added technologies for the global nuclear fleet. More than 2,000 dedicated U.S. Framatome employees work every day to supply ever cleaner, safer, and more economical low-carbon energy for our communities and world. As well as supporting new nuclear builds, advancing new technology and advancing nuclear energy in the U.S. and abroad. Like you, we want a brighter future.

See how the Installed Base Business Unit contributes to this future: https://www.framatome.com/en/expertise/services-and-maintenance/

Discover Lynchburg, Virginia: https://www.opportunitylynchburg.com/

Any employment offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen (as applicable).

Your Total Rewards Package

The range of base salary for the position is between $24.10 - $31.50 per hour, and may also include annual incentives, performance bonuses and benefits. Please note that the base salary range is a guideline, and individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies and work location.

Framatome offers a broad employee benefits portfolio as a key component of your total rewards. This includes:

Multiple medical plans; dental and vision plans; Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment; long- and short-term disability; optional plans including dependent life, accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity insurance; retirement savings plans (401k) with employer match; paid time off including up to 3 weeks of vacation, 8 days of sick leave, and 13 paid holidays; education reimbursement; adoption assistance; employee assistance programs; opportunities for professional development.

Positions within Framatome may require access to proprietary information that is subject to U.S. export control regulations. As such, the Company must ensure that any hires for these job openings fully comply with all US regulations. Foreign national applicants that are citizens or residents of countries not included on the Department of Energy’s Generally Authorized Destinations list may not be eligible for immediate need positions. See list here: https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-10/chapter-III/part-810/appendix-Appendix%20A%20to%20Part%20810

Framatome is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.