QC Inspector II

Hpfasteners; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Houston Precision Fasteners in Houston, TX, seeks an experienced Inspector to examine machined parts for defects and ensure conformance to specifications using precision measuring instruments and blueprints. The role requires independent inspection, data logging, and mentoring Level I Inspectors; familiarity with AS9100 and GD&T is preferred.

Safety and quality are critical in this defense-contract environment.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent required.
• 4+ years of related inspection experience.
• Familiarity with GD&T and blueprints.
• Knowledge of AS9100 quality system preferred.

Responsibilities

• Examine materials and final products; verify conformance to standards.
• Document and record quality inspection information.
• Evaluate information for regulatory compliance and standards.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of policies and directives.
• Analyze data and inspection results for trends.
• Establish and maintain interpersonal relationships with teams.
• Coach and train Level I Inspectors when needed.

Skills

Experience in QA inspection

GD&T knowledge

Blueprint reading

Math proficiency

AS9100 knowledge

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

Tools

Keyence inspection equipment

Optical comparators

Digital micrometers and calipers

Gage pins

Ring gauges

Dial indicators

Concentricity gage

Thread segments

Job description

About HPF

Houston Precision Fasteners produces high strength, fatigue rated, close tolerance fasteners using materials such as carbon steel, alloy steel, nickel alloy, titanium, waspaloy, A-286, monel and multiphase. Our fasteners have supported mission aircrafts such as; Joint Strike Fighters, F/A 18 Super Hornet, and Falcon 9; just to name a few. We are dedicated to providing a superior product to our customers.

Job purpose

Inspect machined parts or products for defects, damage, wear, and deviations from specifications in Final and In Process Inspection. May use precision measuring instruments and complex test equipment. Use computer systems to enter and log data. Able to perform inspections independently. May coach and train Level I Inspectors. Act as a QC Liaison, answering source inspection questions on any parts submitted for source.

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities

• Examine materials and final products, calculates tolerances and dimensions using hand tools, verifies conformance to standards, reads work orders, routers and blueprints to determine product specifications as a part of inspecting products and materials in process and in final inspection
• Document / record quality inspection information
• Evaluate information to determine whether parts and materials conform to regulations and standards
• Maintain current knowledge of organizational policies and procedures, federal and state policies and directives
• Analyze data or information
• Establish and maintain interpersonal relationships
• Evaluate information to determine compliance with standards

Professional Skills

• HS diploma or equivalent or equivalent combination of experience/education
• 4 or more years of related experience required
• Intermediate knowledge of mathematics and applications
• Basic AS9100 knowledge
• Intermediate knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance. This includes Keyence inspection equipment, optical comparators, digital micrometers and calipers, gage pins, ring gages, dial indicators, concentricity gage, thread segments
• Intermediate knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principals involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints (including geometric dimension and tolerancing features), drawings, and models as well as advanced knowledge of geometric dimension tolerancing (GD&T) features

Physical Requirements and Working Condition

• Must be able to bend, stoop, kneel, and stand for prolonged periods of time, climb steps, and ladders
• Must be able to work at heights utilizing fall protection equipment (man lifts, ladders, and stand)
• Must be able to lift up to 45lbs
• Subject to environmental conditions -protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes
• Subject to hazards to include a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, exposure to high heat or exposure to chemicals
• Subject to loud constant noise
• Subject to atmospheric conditions such as fumes, odors, dust, mists, gases, or poor ventilation

Employee Acknowledgement

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by HPF employees. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Due to nature of defense contracts, US Citizenship is a requirement. As part of our Drug and Alcohol Policy, upon acceptance of any offer of employment, employment will be conditional of successfully passing a background check and required drug testing. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.