ASME Quality Inspector – NDE & Weld QC

Hirebridge; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k)

PTO

Career development

Job summary

API Heat Transfer is seeking a Quality Inspector to join our Operations Team during a Lean cultural transformation. You will inspect units for cleanliness, release for assembly, verify contract and ASME requirements, and document heat numbers.

The role requires a High School diploma, at least two years of QC experience in manufacturing, and NDE certification (VT and/or PT Level I). You will record inspection activities, prepare data reports, and support production with dimensional checks.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of two years of Quality Control experience.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with detailed technical documentation.
• Experience with non-destructive examination (NDE); certified VT and/or PT Level I.
• Ability to lift and move products up to 50 lbs and operate overhead cranes.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and report-writing skills.
• Familiarity with fabrication drawings, welding processes, and NDE methods.
• Ability to work independently with minimal direction while prioritizing daily tasks.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Inspect units for cleanliness, release for assembly, weld appearance, and bundle insertion accuracy.
• Verify compliance with contract requirements and record heat numbers during final assembly.
• Perform final dimensional inspections of completed vessels.
• Inspect final shipping preparations and apply green tags when acceptable.
• Record all inspection activities on travelers (MIT) or other applicable documentation.
• Review contract documents and prepare TCR/contract requirement lists.
• Inspect and witness hydrostatic testing of ASME units.
• Prepare and sign ASME data reports (U-1s, U-2s).
• Inspect oxygen cleaning activities as required.
• Prepare and enter rejection reports as needed.
• Process MTRs and document packages.
• Prepare contract folders for Authorized Inspector (AI) review.
• Organize and file shipped contract documentation.
• Inspect alignment and dimensional accuracy of components prior to welding.
• Verify and document trace code markings of materials.
• Monitor, document, and verify welder performance testing, qualifications, and stamping.
• Inspect parts for final release in the grind shop.
• Complete Welder Continuity Logs bi-monthly and forward to the Team Leader or Quality Manager.
• Calibrate measuring and test equipment.
• Work with customer inspectors as required.
• Communicate and resolve conflicts or issues with Engineering, Sales, Purchasing, and other departments.

Skills

Quality inspection

Documentation

NDE methods

Cross-functional communication

Mechanical aptitude

Lifting up to 50 lbs

MS Word/Excel/Outlook

Education

High School diploma

Associate’s degree preferred

Tools

NDE equipment

ASME measurement tools

Job description

API Heat Transfer is seeking a Quality Inspector to join our Operations Team during a Lean cultural transformation. You will inspect units for cleanliness, release for assembly, verify contract and ASME requirements, and document heat numbers.

The role requires a High School diploma, at least two years of QC experience in manufacturing, and NDE certification (VT and/or PT Level I). You will record inspection activities, prepare data reports, and support production with dimensional checks.