QC Assistant

SUMMARY OF COMPANY

Southwest Shipyard, LP provides gas freeing and cleaning services, steaming, and flaring services, Barge and Boat repair, Surface preparation and painting, water treatment and new construction services to the commercial and government marine industry. Southwest Shipyard owns and operates four (4) shipyards in South Texas with direct deep-water access to the Gulf of Mexico. We take pride in our dedicated and experienced workforce that focuses on Quality, Safety and Environmental Excellence. Our motto is “Faster, Safer, Better”.

JOB SUMMARY

As a Quality Control Assistant, you will play a key role in ensuring that welding processes, materials, and personnel meet established quality standards and regulatory requirements within a shipyard environment. This position combines traditional QC responsibilities with hands-on involvement in welder testing and visual inspections.

LOCATION:

Houston, Tx 77012

BENEFITS:

• Competitive Salary.
• Comprehensive Benefits (medical, dental, vision, life).
• 401(k)/Retirement Savings.
• Friendly Work Environment.
• Paid-Time off/Holidays.
• Career Path Opportunities

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct visual inspections and audits of welds, materials, and related processes to ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards.
• Deliver welder test witnessing services for internal candidates, union members, and individuals from accredited testing centers.
• Evaluate the skills of potential welder candidates through hands-on testing and assessment processes.
• Assist in maintaining accurate and up-to-date quality records, logs, and audit documentation.
• Work closely with the Quality Control, Production, and HR teams to support hiring decisions and promote continuous improvement.
• Identify defects or non-conformities and assist in implementing corrective actions
• Support compliance with client specifications, shipyard quality procedures, and industry regulations.

Education, Experience and Training:

• 5 to 7 years direct experience on Vessel repairs and new construction activities.
• Demonstrate ability to communicate improvement results with operations Sup/Foremen & welders.
• Detail-oriented with a strong understanding of welding standards (e.g., AWS, ASME).
• Experience in visual weld inspection and/or testing is preferred.
• Able to communicate effectively with welders, supervisors, and other team members.
• Committed to upholding a high standard of quality and safety in all aspects of the job.
• Understand company policies and procedures.

Special Requirements/Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Must have good communication skills and take good directions from yard manager.
• Understanding of company quality and environmental manuals and procedures described therein.
• Must have the knowledge base of Repair & Construction functions to be able to audit yard activities for compliance to procedures and regulations.
• Must have or be eligible for TWIC card.

Physical/Environmental Requirements:

• Barge chemical environment requires prolonged kneeling, standing, walking, twisting, climbing, and the ability to lift and carry in access of 120 lbs, assisted.
• Ability to work in varied conditions (i.e.: heat, cold, rain, ice, snow, etc.), inside and outside.
• Ability to work in confined space/heights and operate equipment safely and efficiently.

The Company expects and requires all employees to observe and fulfill all safety responsibilities as outlined in workplace safety training and actively work toward maintaining a safe workplace. Failure to do so can result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment. Regular attendance and punctuality are required of all employees.

Employment at Southwest Shipyard, LP is on an “at-will” basis. There is no contract of employment between Southwest Shipyard, L.P., and anyone or all its employees unless explicitly stated elsewhere. Employment security cannot be guaranteed for or by any employee.

No Manager, Supervisor, or employee of the Company has any authority to enter into an agreement for employment for any specified period of time or to make an agreement for employment other than at-will. Only the Owner or President has the authority to modify the at-will relationship, and then only in writing specifically addressed to the employee on this issue and signed by Southwest Shipyard, L.P. Executive.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

EEO Statement

Southwest Shipyard, LP is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Southwest Shipyard, LP participates in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program.

Southwest Shipyard, LP is not currently accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms. Regardless of past practice, all resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Southwest Shipyard, LP, via-email, the Internet or directly to hiring managers at Southwest Shipyard, LP in any form without a valid written agreement in place for that specific position will be deemed the sole property of Southwest Shipyard, LP. As a result, no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Southwest Shipyard, LP.