QA/QC Inspector Level 1

Hydraquip, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Hydraquip, Inc. is seeking a QA/QC Inspector Level 1 to ensure quality at every stage—from receipt through distribution. You will inspect, document, and verify conformance against specifications and customer requirements.

Responsibilities include maintaining inspection records, performing inbound and outbound inspections, and supporting continual improvement under ISO 9001 guidelines. Medical/dental plans and 401(k) are part of the benefits package.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent; ASQ CQI preferred.
• Two to four years in QA/QC; ISO 9001 experience is a plus.
• Willingness to obtain CQI, forklift, and OSHA certifications as noted.

Responsibilities

• Ensure Quality Management System is followed to meet planned results.
• Prepare and verify inspection books; release items for distribution.
• Maintain inspection docs for received, stored, and shipped items.

Skills

Quality systems knowledge

Blueprints and drawings

Measurement tools

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Multi-tasking

ISO 9001 experience

Education

High school diploma

ASQ CQI certification

Forklift certification

OSHA 10/30 hour training

Tools

Job description

Hydraquip is seeking QA/QC Inspector Level 1 who will be responsible for ensuring the quality of items received, stored, and distributed, the quality of workmanship in inspection processes, and compliance with specifications and customer requirements.

Specific responsibilities may include:

• Ensure that the Quality Management System is carried out to achieve planned results
• Construct and maintain inspection job books and verify accuracy before releasing items for distribution
• Maintain required inspection documentation for received, stored, and shipped items, including packing lists, certificates of conformance, and inspection records
• Perform incoming inspections of all materials and items received into the distribution center:
• Conduct dimensional, quantity, and condition inspections based on the purchase order, packing list, or applicable drawings and specifications
• Review MTR's, certificates of conformance, and other supplier documentation to confirm that materials are in accordance with requirements
• Quality control inspections of items throughout receiving, storage, order fulfillment, and packaging processes:
• Conduct and document final inspection
• Record and save inspection and test reports to the appropriate job books
• Provide quality support for outbound shipping, including verifying accuracy of picked and packed orders prior to shipment
• Perform detailed visual and dimensional inspection of items in receiving, storage, and prior to outbound shipment to ensure compliance with drawings, specifications, and packaging requirements
• Make accept/reject decisions on products and suggest possible corrections to processes or equipment to prevent recurring problems
• Ensure items being shipped to customers meet the specifications required, including proper packaging, labeling, and documentation
• Ensure materials and items received for distribution are inspected and meet Engineering and customer specifications
• Interface with Management, Operations and Purchasing on discrepant materials
• Participate in process and product reviews to understand what role quality plays in new items and distribution workflows
• Review customer PO Quality Flow downs to ensure customer requirements are understood and distributed to the appropriate departments
• Participate in Internal Audits, External Audits, and Management Reviews
• Support and participate in the organization's continual improvement program to conform to ISO 9001 and understand the implications of not complying with the quality management system
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

Education & Training:

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent secondary education
• Experience as described below may be accepted in lieu of education
• Must be willing to obtain certifications as noted below:
• ASQ Certified Quality Inspector (CQI)
• Powered Industrial Truck (Forklift) Operator Certification
• OSHA 10-30 Hour Program

Experience

• Two (2) to four (4) years of experience in quality assurance/quality control
• Experience working in an ISO 9001 environment a plus

Knowledge, and Skills

• In-depth knowledge of quality systems processes and procedures
• Ability to read, write, comprehend and follow instructions, drawings or blueprints, specifications, safety signs/warnings and other job-related materials as needed
• Knowledge of specifications and tolerances
• Ability to use necessary measuring equipment
• Good mathematical skills
• Good analytical thinking
• Detail-oriented
• Ability to work under pressure of schedules
• Ability to multi-task

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, and 401(k) plans with company match. A unique benefit Flint Hydraulics offers as part of Employee Owned Holdings, Inc. is an employee stock ownership plan.

What is an ESOP?

ESOP is a special retirement program that allows employees to own stock in the company. When you join EOHI, you automatically begin investing in your future (without having to purchase shares). We are a high-growth company committed to training our employee-owners to develop their skills and advance in their careers.

• Studies also show that retirement account balances for ESOP companies are 2.5 times higher
• ESOP companies grow 2.5 times faster than those companies without employee ownership
• Research shows employee-owned companies are superior in performance, employee benefits and employee morale because everyone is working towards a common goal