Install Quality and Safety Specialist
Central States Industrial (CSI)About the role
Pay: $75,000 - $90,000 annually
The Role
CSI is looking for a Install Quality and Safety Specialist to support sanitary process piping projects at customer facilities and within our shop operations. If you are passionate about quality workmanship, safety leadership, and working in a fast-paced industrial environment, this is an opportunity to join a growing and customer-focused team.
The Quality and Safety Specialist is responsible for ensuring & enforcing the quality and compliance of sanitary process piping installations at job sites. This role involves inspecting field work, verifying adherence to project specifications, industry standards (e.g., ASME BPE, 3-A), and CSI protocols. In addition to quality control duties, the Specialist will support the Supervisor-Resource Management with equipment maintenance, new hire training, safety enforcement, and other assigned tasks to ensure smooth and safe project execution.
This role requires leadership and coaching skills as well as a high degree of flexibility regarding travel. Positive representation of CSI to customers and CSI employees is an important part of this position.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Inspect sanitary process piping installations to ensure compliance with project specifications, drawings, CSI standards, and industry requirements including ASME BPE and 3-A standards
- Develop & enforce CSI Field Quality & Safety policy in collaboration with CSI Safety Director & Supervisor - Resource Management.
- Verify weld quality, material integrity, installation techniques, and perform visual and non-destructive testing to identify and resolve quality issues
- Document inspection results, maintain detailed records, prepare reports, and obtain customer sign-off upon project completion
- Enforce OSHA and company safety policies by conducting safety audits, identifying hazards, and ensuring compliance with PPE, lockout/tagout, and confined space procedures
- Support project operations through equipment mobilization, logistics coordination, and collaboration with project teams to maintain efficient job execution
- Train, mentor, and coach new hires and field employees on company procedures, sanitary piping techniques, safety expectations, and quality standards
- Participate in project planning and review meetings while maintaining compliance with company policies and contributing to a safe, productive, and professional work environment
Who This Is For
- Experienced professionals with a background in sanitary piping, welding, installation, or quality control
- Individuals who are safety-focused, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in field and shop environments
- Individuals who are self-driven, disciplined and self-starters
- Strong communicators who can lead, mentor, and collaborate effectively with teams and customers
- Problem-solvers who can adapt quickly and maintain high standards in fast-paced environments
- Candidates willing to travel regularly and work flexible schedules as project demands require
Education/Experience
- High School Diploma or equivalent required
- 3–4 years of experience welding sanitary piping or performing quality control in a field/install environment required
- AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI), ASME BPE training, or related quality certifications preferred
- Supervisory or lead experience preferred
- Knowledge of OSHA safety requirements, sanitary piping standards, and industrial installation practices
- Strong organizational, communication, and customer service skills
Why CSI
- Opportunity to work on specialized stainless-steel process systems across multiple industries
- Hands-on role with direct impact on quality, safety, and customer satisfaction
- Collaborative team environment focused on continuous improvement
- Career growth opportunities within installation, operations, and leadership teams
- Company culture centered on taking care of employees and customers
Benefits & Perks
CSI offers a competitive benefits package including:
- Health and wellness benefits
- Paid time off
- Retirement planning options
- Tuition reimbursement and continuing education support
- Opportunities for internal career advancement
- Company lunches, team events, and community volunteer opportunities
About CSI
CSI provides state-of-the-art stainless-steel process equipment and service for manufacturers in the food, dairy, beverage, pharmaceutical, and personal care industries.
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