QC Inspector (2nd Shift)

Star Pipe Products; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Star Pipe Products is seeking a QC Inspector to perform visual and dimensional inspections of metal components and to document results in ERP systems. The role involves processing incoming containers, selecting sampling plans, and ensuring adherence to inspection procedures.

The candidate should have 3+ years of metal industry quality inspection experience, a high school diploma, and strong English communication.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent.
• 3+ years quality inspection experience in metal industry or equivalent.
• Strong reading, writing and verbal English communication skills.
• Familiarity with castings & steel products and inspection gauges/tools.

Responsibilities

• Incoming Containers and QC Inspection.
• Read blueprints on all inspection reports for planned items from the computer.
• Select sampling plan per guidelines for batch quantity Accept/Reject.
• Collects all required instruments for inspection from the QC Lab.
• Inspects visually, dimensionally, and other physical properties per procedure.
• Fills out inspection results in ERP software.
• Reports non-conformances to QC supervisor for re-verification.

Skills

Effective communication

Basic math

Independent work

Quality inspection experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associates/Certificate in Engineering or Quality Control

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Dimensional gauges

Forklift license

Job description

Brief Description

We are currently looking for someone that can work from 3 pm to 12 am. (Training will take place the first 2-3 months from 8 am to 5 pm.)

Brief Description

We are currently looking for someone that can work from 3 pm to 12 am. (Training will take place the first 2-3 months from 8 am to 5 pm.)

Essential Functions:

• Completes quality control reports and tests using calipers, tools, and gauges
• Sorts and moves quality control materials for testing and storage

Duties And Responsibilities:

• Incoming Containers and QC Inspection
• Selects items for inspection from the daily inspection log
• Visual and dimensional inspection of products during Incoming or In-process items
• Read blueprints on all the inspection reports for planned items from the computer
• Selects sampling plan as per the prescribed guidelines for batch quantity Accept or Rejects
• Collects all the required instruments for inspection from the QC Lab
• Manually opens crates and pallets containing inspection items using proper instruments at the Receiving Dock
• Removes fittings from crate/pallet as per sampling plan, if necessary, using the forklift
• Inspects for visual, dimensional, other physical properties, and assembly as per the inspection procedure
• Fills out inspection results and test results into ERP Software
• Reports any non-conformance found during the inspection to QC supervisor for re-verification and identifies the product by attaching a Red QC tag

Requirements

Education/Experience:

Required:

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent
• Good Communication skills
• 3 year plus quality inspection experience in metal industry or equivalent

Preferred:

• Associates or Certificate course in Engineering, Quality Control, or related field
• Familiarity with castings & steel products
• Strong understanding of inspection gauges & tools and documentation to support quality inspection effort

Required:

Knowledge, Skills, Licenses, Certifications, Etc.:

• Requires good reading, writing, and verbal English communication skills
• Basic Math skills
• Basic knowledge of QC systems and requirementsMaintains a Material Handling Forklift license
• Able to work well independently

Preferred:

• Experience in warehouse operation and inspection in the metal industry is a plus
• Experience working with Quality Control
• Coordination with another department required
• Familiar with Calipers, Micrometers, and dimensional gauges
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Excel and Word

Physical Demands:

• Able to use a variety of hand-held calipers and various QC gauges up to 60”
• Able to lift, push, and/or pull 50 lb. parts
• Exposed to warehouse environment
• Able to stand for long periods of time
• Able to kneel or squat as required

Summary

The QC Inspector assists the Quality Control department with a number of functions including following the sampling and inspection procedure, inspecting items for quality, completing inspection reports, communicating non-conformance to the QC Supervisor, sorting materials, and other quality control duties.

Star Pipe Products is an Equal Opportunity Employer