MissionA Vendor Inspector acts as a quality assurance professional who ensures that the materials procured from vendors or suppliers meet the specified technical and quality standards. This involves meticulous document review, equipment calibration checks, and on-site inspections to verify compliance with approved plans and standards.Key AccountabilitiesDocument Verification:Check the completeness and latest revision of technical and quality documents, including specifications, procedures, drawings, data sheets, etc.Ensure that all necessary documentation is in place before proceeding with inspections.Calibration Check:Verify the proper calibration of all apparatus and instrumentation used ( by vendor) in testing materials. This ensures the accuracy and reliability of measurement and testing equipment.Inspection Execution:Ensure to be qualified to perform the test notifiedPerform inspections based on notifications, approved Inspection Test Plans (ITPs) and documents approved by customer .Follow established procedures and guidelines for conducting inspections to ensure consistency and adherence to standards.Test Witnessing:Witness various tests, including visual and dimensional inspections, pressure tests, Positive Material Identification (PMI), Non-Destructive Testing (NDT), etc.Ensure that tests are conducted in compliance with the latest approved technical data sheets, test procedures, supplier internal standard operating procedures, and relevant quality standards.Quality Compliance:Verify that all tests are performed in accordance with approved standards and procedures.Ensure that supplier internal standard operating procedures are followed and that quality standards are met during the testing processes.Material Certification Review:Review material certificates and test reports provided by suppliers.Confirm that the materials meet the specified requirements and standards as per the documentation and inspection criteria.EducationHigh School Diploma/GEDQualificationsIndustry Experience: Practical experience in the specific industry in which inspections will be conducted is often a requirement. The number of years of experience can vary based on the complexity of the inspections.Inspection Experience: Previous experience in a similar inspection role is highly beneficial.Understanding of Specifications: Familiarity with technical specifications, engineering drawings, and industry standards relevant to the products or materials being inspected.Quality Control Knowledge: Knowledge of quality control processes and procedures.Certifications in Inspection Techniques: Possession of relevant certifications, such as Certified Welding Inspector (CWI), Certified Quality Inspector (CQI), or industry-specific certifications related to inspection processes.Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) Certifications: Depending on the industry, certifications in NDT methods may be required.CompetenciesADDRESS THE WAY - Have a big picture of different situations and reinterpret it in a perspective wayBUILD NETWORK - Forge trust relationships, across departments, and outside the organizationCLIENT INTIMACY - Embrace internal and external client needs, expectations, and requirements to ensure maximum satisfactionEARN TRUST - Take everyone's opinion into account and remain open to diversityMAKE EFFECTIVE DECISIONS - Structure activities according to priorities, actions, resources and constraintMANAGE EMOTIONS - Recognise one's and other's emotions and express and regulate one's reactionsPIONEER CHANGE - Actively embrace change and benefit from the new circumstancesPROMOTE SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT - Promote commitment by keeping promises as a Role ModelTHINK FORWARD - Capitalise on experiences and translate them into action plans for the futureLatin America Energy Vendor Inspector