QC Inspector

Dearing Compressor & Pump Co

Youngstown (OH)

On-site

USD 40,000 - 60,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision, and Dental insurance

Long-term disability insurance

401K retirement plan

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Dearing Compressor & Pump Co in Youngstown, Ohio is looking for a QC Inspector to perform thorough visual inspections and tests on welded components. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the highest quality standards and monitoring weld procedures. This role involves significant interaction with measurements and documentation.

The ideal candidate will have at least two years of relevant experience and the ability to interpret technical documents. Strong attention to detail and a commitment to safety are essential. Benefits include medical insurance and paid time off.

Qualifications

At least two years related experience and/or training.
Ability to read and interpret safety rules and operating instructions.
Knowledge of spreadsheet and word processing software.

Responsibilities

Visual inspections on welded components.
Monitor welding procedures and quality control.
Document inspection results and manage non-conformities.

Skills

Visual Inspection

Measuring Instruments

Welding Knowledge

Documentation Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

Related experience and/or training

Tools

Measuring tools (e.g. tape measures, calipers)

Job description

At Dearing Compressor & Pump, our people power everything we do. They’re not just employees, they’re the heartbeat of our success and the driving force behind our progress. That’s why we treat every team member like family. With a strong, collaborative culture, and a true people‑first approach, Dearing isn’t just a place to work, it’s a place to grow, make an impact, and thrive.

Summary

The QC Inspector performs visual inspections and tests on welded components to be used in the production process. The QC Inspector must be able to notice welding defects, use test and measuring instruments, and monitor any weld repairs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Visual external and internal inspection of pressure vessels, structural skids and sub‑bases, utility and process piping as required by the governing code and customer specifications.
Ensuring that fabrication is carried out in accordance with the appropriate requirements including cutting, tack welding, fit‑up inspection, and acceptance for welding and that general good practices are adopted and adhered to.
Inspection of Pressure Vessels as per the Code & procedures.
Maintain and complete weld maps, heat maps and as‑built documentation during the manufacturing process.
Ensure welding is performed by qualified welders in accordance with approved procedures.
Monitoring weld procedures, production testing, and general parameters.
Proficient with measuring tools such as tape measures, calipers, micrometers, and welding gauges.
Performing Visual (VT), Magnetic Particle (MT) and Dye Penetrant (PT) Testing in accordance with project, procedure, and code requirements.
Witness weld tests for Welder Performance Qualification (WPQ) in accordance with ASME Section IX, AWS D1.1 and API 1104.
Witness pressure tests, review reports, charts, and testing equipment calibration certifications.
Perform layout and final dimensional inspection of fabricated components.
Prepare welds for Radiographic Testing (RT) and complete the NDT Inspection Line‑up document.
Document inspection results, create reports, and input data into company systems as necessary.
Identify, document, and manage non‑conforming materials and finished products.
Overall monitoring implementation and outputs of quality control on the project.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Competency

Judgment – Includes appropriate people in decision‑making process.
Professionalism – Approaches others in a tactful manner.
Quality – Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance.
Safety and Security – Observes safety and security procedures.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education And/or Experience

At least two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Previous experience in metal fabrication, welding, manufacturing environments.

Language Skills

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Computer Skills

Knowledge of spreadsheet software and word processing software.

Technical Knowledge

Must be able to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, weld symbols, and engineering specifications. Must be objective and have good interpersonal and communication skills regarding non‑conforming issues.

Other Qualifications

Must have clear driving record and be able to pass annual vision exam.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit and climb or balance. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; outside weather conditions and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

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