Quality Control Inspector in Houston

Energy Jobline ZR; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Direct deposit / Paycard

Health and dental benefits

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Connect Staffing in Houston is seeking a Quality Control Inspector for a precision machining and oilfield drilling components manufacturer. This role involves inspecting rotors, stators, elastomer components and other drilling tool parts using precision measuring instruments against engineering drawings and specifications.

The position is temp-to-hire with a pay rate of $18–$21 per hour, a Mon–Fri schedule (5:00 PM–5:30 AM), and located in North Houston.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience in quality control, quality inspection, manufacturing, or machining.
• Hands-on proficiency with precision measuring instruments — calipers, micrometers, bore gauges, thread gauges, and related hand tools.
• Experience inspecting rotors, stators, and oilfield drilling tool components.
• Familiarity with elastomer testing or hardness testing is a plus.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T.

Responsibilities

• Perform receiving, in-process, and final inspections of rotors, stators, and precision-machined drilling tool components.
• Inspect parts to ensure they meet engineering drawings, specifications, and quality standards.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and GD&T callouts.
• Measure OD/ID dimensions, runout, concentricity, thread characteristics, and surface conditions using precision inspection equipment.
• Maintain accurate inspection records and follow established quality procedures.

Skills

Quality control

Machining

Measurement tools

GD&T

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Bore gauges

Thread gauges

Surface plates

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

Connect Staffing is hiring a Quality Control Inspector for a precision machining and oilfield drilling components manufacturer in Houston, TX. This is a temp-to-hire position paying $18–$21/hr. In this role, you will perform quality inspections on precision‑machined oilfield drilling components, including rotors, stators, elastomer components, and other drilling tool components. You will use precision measuring instruments and inspection equipment to verify dimensions, tolerances, threads, and overall part quality according to engineering drawings and specifications.

Pay:$18–$21/hr

Schedule: Mon–Fri, 5:00 PM–5:30 AM

Location: North Houston, TX

Job Type: Temp-to-Hire

Primary workplace (s):English

Work Environment: Manufacturing Plant / Factory

Overtime: Weekly OT required (~20 hrs/wk)

Responsibilities

• Perform receiving, in‑process, and final inspections of rotors, stators, and precision‑machined drilling tool components throughout the production process.
• Inspect oilfield drilling components and precision‑machined parts to ensure they meet engineering drawings, specifications, and quality standards.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and GD&T callouts.
• Measure OD/ID dimensions, runout, concentricity, thread characteristics, and surface conditions using calipers, micrometers, bore gauges, thread gauges, and other precision inspection equipment.
• Inspect components for proper dimensions, tolerances, threads, concentricity, and overall workmanship.
• Maintain accurate inspection records and follow established quality procedures

Minimum Requirements

• 1+ year of experience in quality control, quality inspection, manufacturing, or machining.
• Hands‑on proficiency with precision measuring instruments — calipers, micrometers, bore gauges, thread gauges, and related hand tools.

Qualifications

• Experience inspecting rotors, stators, and precision‑machined oilfield drilling tool components.
• Experience in oil and gas, oilfield drilling, CNC machining, or precision manufacturing.
• Familiarity with elastomer testing, hardness testing, or specific gravity testing.
• Experience performing runout and concentricity checks using dial indicators and inspection fixtures.
• Experience using surface plates, gauge blocks, height gauges, depth gauges, pin gauges, and feeler gauges.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T.
• You may be a great fit if you've held any of these titles: Quality Control Technician, QC Inspector, Quality Inspector, Dimensional Inspector, Precision Measurement Technician, Manufacturing Quality Technician, Machining Inspector, CMM Technician, In‑Process Inspector, Final Inspector.

Pre‑Employment Requirements

• Steel toe boots required (employee‑provided).
• Drug screen required.
• Background check required.
• Must be authorized to work in the US — E‑Verify will be conducted.
• Ability to stand for extended periods on a manufacturing plant floor.
• Ability to handle and maneuver machined components and inspection equipment throughout the shift.

Benefits

• Weekly pay.
• Direct deposit / Paycard.
• Health and dental benefits available.
• Earn referral bonuses.