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Welding Quality Specialist

Bollinger Shipyards

Posted 02/13/26

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3033 N Causeway Blvd, Suite 200, Metairie, LA 70002

Full-Time
Experienced
Construction / Skilled Trades
In Person

Job Description

For nearly a century, Bollinger Shipyards has created a legacy as a leading designer and builder of high-performance marine vessels. We are renowned for delivering top-quality construction, manufacturing, and repair services with a commitment to safety and environmental responsibility.

POSITION OVERVIEW

We are seeking a dedicated Welding Quality Specialist with at least 3 years of welding manufacturing experience in shipyard or maritime environment and a bachelor’s degree in engineering, industrial technology, or equivalent specialized education OR 6 years of welding manufacturing experience with an associate level technical degree in a similar discipline. The candidate will support the quality management systems by monitoring welding processes, evaluating performance, and implementing initiatives to optimize production. The work spans across manufacturing and inspection environments while supporting the organization’s quality objectives.

REQUIREMENTS

  • Minimum of 3 years of welding manufacturing experience in shipyard or maritime environment and a bachelor’s degree in engineering, industrial technology, or equivalent specialized education OR 6 years of welding manufacturing experience with an associate level technical degree in a similar discipline
  • Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification is preferred
  • Working knowledge of NDT processes in a shipyard or maritime environment or NDT Level II certification required

SKILLS

  • Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with an ability to apply corrective and preventive measures to streamline processes
  • Strong knowledge in ASME, AWS, ABS, and/or related technical documents regarding welding practices/procedures
  • Knowledgeable of quality system concepts in accordance with established standards
  • Strong communication skills, both oral and written
  • Basic knowledge in non-destructive testing or other testing methods
  • Basic computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office applications

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Serves as a key member of the Operations Support Quality Group, promoting quality policy, objectives, and system directives through training and mentoring, particularly in manufacturing areas throughout the Company
  • Promotes and supports improvement and preventive action processes, including problem-solving techniques such as root cause analysis, implementing action plans, and verifying solution effectiveness
  • Provides welding technology and NDT administration and support as needed
  • Assists in monitoring welding processes, evaluates performance data, develops process improvement initiatives, and implements welding technology
  • Delivers training in quality concepts and weld processes
  • Supports internal audits to meet ISO 9001 requirements, performs program review to support Company initiatives, and supports external audits as required
  • Performs technical writing to create or revise welding procedures and supporting documents
  • Other duties assigned or requested by Management

Benefits

  • Competitive Pay
  • Comprehensive Benefits Package
  • Career Development
  • Cutting-Edge Projects
  • Positive Work Environment & Company Values

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