Assistant Manager - Quality Assurance in Tower Manufacturing

Assistant Manager - Quality

Responsibilities

Material Testing and Analysis:

• Direct comprehensive chemical and mechanical testing to validate the quality and suitability of materials used in tower construction.
• Interpret testing outcomes to guide material selection and ensure compliance with industry standards and structural requirements.

Metrology and Dimensional Control:

• Oversee metrology operations to ensure that all components of the tower are fabricated to precise specifications.
• Establish calibration protocols for measurement equipment to maintain accuracy and consistency in component dimensions.

Quality Assurance in Fabrication and Forming:

• Implement robust in-process quality control (IPQC) measures to monitor the fabrication and forming processes, ensuring adherence to quality benchmarks.
• Coordinate with the machining process teams to verify that all machined components integrate seamlessly with the overall tower structure.

Corrosion Protection and Structural Integrity:

• Develop and maintain corrosion protection systems to enhance the longevity and safety of the towers.
• Utilize metallurgical analysis and non-destructive testing methods to proactively identify and mitigate potential corrosion issues.

Inspection of Tower Sections and Welds

• Conduct inspections of tower sections, focusing on weld quality, dimensional accuracy, and surface treatment compliance.
• Use NDT techniques such as ultrasonic testing and magnetic particle inspection to detect defects in weld seams and connections.

Supplier Quality Monitoring

• Assist in the evaluation of tower component suppliers, conducting inspections at supplier sites to verify process compliance.
• Report quality issues to the lead and collaborate with suppliers to implement corrective measures and process improvements.

Surface Finish and Coating Checks

• Inspect surface treatments and corrosion protection coatings on tower sections, ensuring they meet the specifications for onshore and offshore environments.
• Verify the quality of anti-corrosion coatings, focusing on uniformity, thickness, and adherence to surface preparation standards.

Compliance and Standards Adherence

• Ensure inspected tower components comply with relevant industry standards such as ISO 10721 and IEC 61400-23.
• Keep inspection protocols updated to align with the latest tower manufacturing technologies and quality requirements.

Support for Continuous Improvement

• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing weld quality and reducing defects in tower manufacturing.
• Provide feedback to the production team on inspection findings and support corrective actions to improve tower quality.

Training and Development Support

• Assist in training junior inspectors on advanced inspection techniques for tower sections, welds, and coatings.
• Stay updated on new inspection technologies and standards in tower manufacturing to enhance team capabilities.

Collaboration with Manufacturing Teams

• Work closely with manufacturing teams to ensure that quality standards are integrated into the tower production process.
• Address quality concerns on the shop floor and support corrective measures to resolve defects in tower components.

Quality Documentation and Record Keeping

• Maintain detailed records of all inspections, including weld quality reports, dimensional checks, and surface finish verifications.
• Ensure all documentation meets the requirements for internal and external audits, maintaining traceability of tower components.

Key Stakeholders - Internal:

• Lead - Tower (QA)
• Head - Supplier Quality Mechanical (QA)
• Lead - OEM Design (QA)
• Head QA
• Engineer - Plant (Mechanical) (QA N&H)
• Plant Head (QA) – Nacelle & Hub
• Lead - Casting, Forging & Fasteners (QA)
• Lead - Fabrication & FRP (QA)

Key Stakeholders - External:

• Suppliers of tower components
• External testing and inspection agencies

Qualifications

Educational Background:

• Diploma or bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering.

Work Experience:

• 5+ years of experience in inspecting and quality control of tower sections and welds.

Industry Knowledge:

• Proficiency in NDT methods and quality standards for tower manufacturing.