Pressure Test Operator

SMITHS TUBULAR SYSTEMS - LACONIA; Wildwood Village (NH); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

SMITHS TUBULAR SYSTEMS - LACONIA in New Hampshire is seeking a quality tester to verify manufactured pieces by performing PSI-based tests and visual/dimensional inspections. Under the Manufacturing Supervisor's direction, you will ensure adherence to customer specifications and company quality standards.

Responsibilities include inspecting components, selecting fittings, operating pressure test equipment, and observing for leaks, bubbles, or seepage while maintaining safety procedures and

Qualifications

• Performs visual and dimensional checks on materials, assemblies, tube details, components and finished products.
• Inspect and test components to validate conformance to blueprints and customer instructions.
• Lifts, positions, connects and removes work pieces from pressure test equipment.
• Operates test equipment and ensures safety mechanisms are used.
• Monitors test results and identifies deviations from specifications.

Responsibilities

• Performs testing based on specific PSI and time limits as outlined by customers.
• Uses tank interlocks and safety systems while testing.
• Observes test for bubble formation, seepage, or water droplets.
• Maintains consistent attendance and punctuality.
• Effectively communicates test results and supports quality assurance.

Skills

Visual inspection

Dimensional checks

Quality testing

Blueprint reading

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Description

Description/Summary

Under the general direction of the Manufacturing Supervisor, this position is responsible for testing manufactured pieces based on specific PSI and time limits as outlined by our customers to ensure quality standards. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily and with reasonable accommodation when necessary.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs visual and dimensional checks on materials, assemblies, tube details, components and finished products.
• Inspect and test components, parts, tube details, and assemblies to validate conformance to blue prints and instructions by customer and to company operating
• Determines appropriate fittings (feeds and caps) to perform the test
• Lifts, positions, connects, disconnects, and removes work pieces from pressure test tank
• Performs testing based on specific PSI and time limits as outlined by our customers to ensure quality standards
• Utilize tank interlocks and all safety mechanisms
• Observe test, inspect for bubble formation, seepage, or water droplets
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear.
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.
• Consistently, regularly and predictably at work and on time
• Other duties may be assigned as needed

Requirements

Education, Certifications, Licenses, & Registrations

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.