Mfg Inspector - Loader Assembly

Komatsu America Corp.; Longview (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Komatsu Longview Operations in Longview, Texas is seeking a Quality Inspector to ensure the highest standards in loader assembly. You will conduct receiving, in-process, and final inspections, using precision tools and reading engineering drawings to verify conformance.

This role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement, with opportunities for professional growth, competitive compensation, benefits, and merit reviews.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years' experience in inspection or machining environments.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and office equipment.
• Background in fabrication and welding is an advantage.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Experience with dimensional measuring instruments.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Champion workplace safety and promote a culture of safety.
• Execute inspections on materials and components per specs.
• Use micrometers, calipers, scales for dimensional checks.
• Prepare NCRs, NDT reports, and calibration logs.
• Review engineering drawings and specifications for accuracy.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve issues.
• Maintain calibration integrity of inspection tools.
• Suggest process improvements for quality and efficiency.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reading technical documents

Multitasking

Interpersonal skills

Mathematical calculations

Dimensional measurement

Engineering drawings

Tools

Microsoft Office

Brinell hardness testing

Rockwell hardness testing

NDT methods

Micrometers

Calipers

Job description

Job Location (Short): Longview, Texas, USA, 75603

Onsite or Remote: Onsite Position

Join Komatsu and Be Part of Something Big!

Job Overview

Join Komatsu Longview Operations and contribute to the production of the world’s largest front-end loader as a Quality Inspector. Located in Longview, Texas, this role plays a critical part in ensuring the highest standards of quality for loader assembly. As a Quality Inspector, you will engage in thorough inspections at various stages of the manufacturing process, promoting safety and precision in every task. Komatsu offers a competitive compensation package including a comprehensive benefits plan, annual bonuses, and merit-based salary reviews, reflecting our commitment to employee growth and recognition.

This position provides an exciting opportunity to be part of a dedicated manufacturing team that values accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement. You will work in a dynamic environment where your contributions directly impact the quality and reliability of our heavy equipment products. Ideal candidates will have strong attention to detail, effective communication skills, and a proactive mindset towards problem-solving and safety compliance.

Embrace a career where your inspection expertise supports the assembly of industry-leading machinery, while benefiting from a culture that encourages professional development and teamwork within the manufacturing division.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Champion workplace safety by adhering to all safety protocols and encouraging a culture of safety awareness among colleagues.
• Execute receiving, in-process, and final inspections on raw materials, components, and fabricated structures in accordance with detailed drawings, specifications, and established work instructions.
• Utilize precision measurement tools such as micrometers, calipers, scales, and rulers to perform accurate dimensional checks and ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Prepare and maintain comprehensive documentation, including Nonconformance Reports (NCRs), Nondestructive Testing (NDT) reports, dimensional verification records, and calibration logs to support quality assurance processes.
• Review technical documents for accuracy and applicability to ensure inspection procedures are correctly followed throughout production stages.
• Collaborate effectively with internal teams across departments to support production goals, troubleshoot quality issues, and facilitate communication related to inspection findings.
• Maintain the calibration integrity of inspection and measurement tools by performing routine checks and coordinating calibration activities to uphold equipment precision.
• Continuously monitor and improve inspection processes, contributing suggestions to enhance efficiency, quality, and safety within the assembly operations environment.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Minimum of two years of experience in inspection or machining environments, demonstrating reliable quality control expertise.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook, along with experience using office equipment such as scanners and copiers.
• Experience or background in fabrication and welding is an advantage, adding valuable insight into material properties and assembly processes.
• Strong ability to read, interpret, and analyze a variety of business and technical documents with attention to detail.
• Self-motivated with excellent organizational and multitasking skills, capable of prioritizing workloads efficiently under tight deadlines.
• Competent in performing mathematical calculations involving proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume to support inspection activities.
• Hands-on experience with dimensional measuring instruments such as micrometers, calipers, and other precision tools.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications to assess product conformity accurately.
• Knowledge of standard receiving, in-process, and final inspection methodologies ensuring quality compliance at all stages of manufacture.
• Strong interpersonal skills to interface and collaborate with cross-functional teams, providing support for production and quality assurance initiatives.
• Preferred qualifications include SNT‑TC‑1A Level II Certification in Visual Testing (VT), Magnetic Testing (MT), or Ultrasonic Testing (UT) as part of nondestructive testing expertise.
• Experience operating powered industrial trucks enhances versatility in supporting production material handling.
• Familiarity with various NDT inspection methods such as MT, VT, UT, Ultrasonic Thickness Testing (UTT), Automated Ultrasonic Testing (AUT), Radiographic Testing (RT), Penetrant Testing (PT), or Backscatter Layer Testing (BLT) is highly valued.
• Preferred proficiency in using both Brinell and Rockwell hardness testing machines to evaluate material properties effectively.

Additional Information

Komatsu Longview Operations embraces diversity and inclusion and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. This role offers opportunities for professional development and advancement within a supportive and safety-conscious manufacturing environment. Join us and become part of a team dedicated to operational excellence and quality craftsmanship.

Diversity & Inclusion Commitment

At Komatsu we come from diverse backgrounds, with unique perspectives, experiences, and contributions.We are committed to creating a workforce that is reflective of the communities we work and live in. We believe that our people are part of our shared purpose.We are authentic, ambitious, and innovative in our pursuit of Diversity & Inclusion. United, we are on a journey towards a sustainable future that creates value together.

Company Information

Komatsu is a world leader in manufacturing construction, mining, forestry, and industrial heavy equipment. Founded in 1921, Komatsu has a long history of quality, reliability, innovation, and excellence. Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Komatsu facilities, distributors and dealers are in more than 140 countries and employ more than 60,000 people. Komatsu offers a diverse and challenging work environment, where you can grow your skills and career, and contribute to a sustainable, clean-energy future. If you are looking for a company that values your talent and potential, be a part of something big and join a team that is shaping the world!