Material Receiving Inspector

TAS Energy; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

TAS Energy in Houston, TX is seeking a dedicated Material Receiving Inspector to manage daily quality inspections of incoming materials, ensuring adherence to specifications.

You will perform visual, dimensional, and functional checks, document results, and notify teams of deviations. The role includes supporting root cause investigations, supplier coordination, and training staff on inspection procedures.

Qualifications

• ASNT SNT-TC-1A Level I in Visual Inspection is required.
• Experience with dimensional inspection equipment (tape measures).
• Strong ability to interpret compliance documents (POs, NCRs, SCARs).
• Warehouse and inventory management experience is preferred.
• Ability to follow safety and quality procedures precisely.

Responsibilities

• Perform visual inspections, measurements, and tests on materials and components.
• Interpret drawings and purchase orders to verify conformance.
• Record results, release conforming materials, and document discrepancies.
• Contribute to root cause investigations and CAPA actions.
• Coordinate with suppliers and internal teams to resolve issues.
• Train others in inspection procedures and quality standards.
• Maintain inspection records, certificates of analysis, and reports.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Reading/interpretation of documents

Mathematical proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Associate degree or technical degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

POSITION OVERVIEW:The Material Receiving Inspector is responsible for managing daily quality control inspections of incoming materials, ensuring they meet organizational standards. This includes supplier document compliance, visual inspections, dimensional checks, assembly verification, and occasional onsite supplier inspections if necessary.KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:Conduct visual inspections, measurements, and tests on raw materials, major equipment, and finished products to identify quality defect and documenting any discrepancies, damages, or deviations from specifications, and promptly notifying appropriate personnel.Utilize tape measures and perform dimensional inspections on critical features to comply with Purchase Order requirements and maintain accuracy.Interpret drawings, procedures, and instructions to ensure conformance to specifications, utilizing test equipment as needed.Test and measure finished products, components, or assemblies for functioning, operation, accuracy, and assembly to verify adherence to functional specifications and quality standards.Mark items for acceptance or rejection, record test results, release materials for use, recommend needed repairs or corrective actions, and complete all necessary documentation requirements.Participate in root cause investigations to identify and address quality issues promptly.Collaborate with other departments to communicate inspection results and resolve discrepancies effectively.Assist in training other personnel on inspection procedures and quality standards as required.Inspect all incoming materials, including raw materials, components, and supplies, according to established procedures and standards, comparing against purchase orders, packing lists, and specifications to ensure accuracy and completeness.Coordinate with suppliers, carriers, and internal departments to resolve issues related to material quality, quantity, and documentation, maintaining accurate records of inspections, including inspection reports, certificates of analysis, and other relevant documentation.Follow proper handling, storage, and disposal procedures for rejected or non-conforming materials, participating in developing and improving receiving processes, procedures, and quality standards, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to address material-related issues and ensure timely resolution.Adhere to safety protocols and regulations while performing inspection tasks to maintain a safe working environment and perform any other tasks as assigned by TAS.JOB SKILLS:Good organizational, time management, and communication skillsGood working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and OutlookAbility to read and interpret documents such as drawings, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, Purchase Orders, procedures, and specifications.Ability to communicate written and verbal to various levels of the organization as well as suppliers.Ability to use basic mathematics in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.EDUCATION & TRAINING:High School Diploma or EquivalentAssociate degree or better in Applied Science or any other technical degree is a plusMINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:ASNT SNT-TC-1A qualified level I in Visual Inspection (NDE)Strong ability to interpret compliance documentation, including purchasing orders, Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs), and Supplier Corrective Action Requests (SCARs)Experience with dimensional inspection equipment such as tape measures and familiarity with warehouse operations.Strong warehouse skills, including inventory management, storage procedures, and materials handling.PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:ASNT SNT-TC-1A qualified level II NDE in Magnetic Particle inspectionsASCM (CSCP) Certified Supply Chain ProfessionalOSHA 10 safety certification8D problem solving methodology.Strong ability to interpret ASTM and ASME compliance requirements.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:Ability to exert up to 30 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Visual acuity requirements include color, depth perception and field of vision necessary to prepare and analyze data and figures, operate a computer terminal; and conduct extensive reading.COMPANY OVERVIEW:Join a team driven to excel in all that we do! When you join TAS, you join a Houston-headquartered company that is part of a large Houston-headquartered publicly traded company, Comfort Systems USA, with a solid reputation built on outstanding value, integrity, and customer focus. We offer our customers and employees the best of both worlds: a small company feel with the resources, talent, process, and international reach of a large company.TAS delivers innovative packaged modular systems that are engineered and manufactured in one of our Houston, TX facilities and utilized in data centers, power, and commercial/industrial utility system applications. TAS has successfully delivered and commissioned over 520 packages to over 33 countries. The company is headquartered in Houston, TX and has five ISO 9001 certified manufacturing facilities in Houston, encompassing 1.2m sq. feet with proximity to major shipping ports and interstate highways. TAS manages all logistics and transportation facilitating accelerated construction at customer’s facilities.TAS’ fastest growing business is the data center market. By applying deep expertise in cooling, thermodynamics, and power, TAS has developed an entire product line that revolutionizes data center delivery.With our tremendous market potential, advanced technological systems, entrepreneurial culture as well as a talented and productive workforce, we continue to set and exceed aggressive market penetration and financial goals. More information is available on the company website at: www.tas.com.IMPORTANT NOTICE: TAS has a tobacco-free workplace policy, under which individuals are not allowed to smoke or use tobacco or nicotine products on the TAS premises, while conducting TAS business off premises or take \"smoking\" breaks during working hours. “smoking” and “tobacco or nicotine products” includes, but is not limited to, product such as cigarettes, e-cigarettes, cigars, pipes, vaping, all forms of smokeless tobacco (chewing tobacco, snuff, dip) and clove cigarettesThe above declarations are not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job described, nor are they intended to be such a listing of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Rather, they are intended only to describe the general nature of the job.Applications and resumes will be kept on file for a limited time and the Company is under no duty or obligation to contact applicants if they are not selected for the job applied for or if other jobs become available in the future. Applicants that desire to apply for a job that becomes available at the Company in the future, should submit a new employment application or resume.TAS Energy Inc. guarantees equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.