Quality Control Inspector, Production 2nd Shift

Vallourec North America; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Vallourec North America in Houston, TX is seeking a Quality Control Inspector for the 2nd shift to ensure product quality in the thread manufacturing process. You will verify specifications, read blueprints, maintain logs, and coordinate with the Gage Lab to ensure accurate measurements.

The role requires at least 3 years in thread manufacturing, strong blueprint reading and metrology skills, and proficiency in English.

Qualifications

• Three (3) years previous experience in thread manufacturing.
• Ability to read, write and speak English.
• Working knowledge of blueprint reading, shop math, geometry, trigonometry, and non-destructive testing.

Responsibilities

• Set up all hand tools readily accessible to the job being performed.
• Review work order packet for job to verify correct product is to be produced.
• Assure Log Sheets are correct for the product to be produced.
• Coordinate with the Gage Lab for proper gages to measure product.
• Assure gages are mastered and set as required before production starts, as well as during production operation as required.
• Log all measurements for product on to the Log Sheet based on frequency as instructed for product type and Customer.
• Identify all rejected product on Log Sheet and describe reason.
• Identify all rejected physical product as per instructions and alert operator.
• Assure all First and Last Article inspection is conducted as required.
• Alert operator and Foreman if cause of rejection persists and participates in resolving of reason for rejection.
• Assure that material for order is correct as described on the work order.
• Alert Foreman and Gage Lab of any concerns regarding performance of gaging or measurement instruments.
• Follow all applicable work instructions, specifications and requirements.
• Assist in training of inexperienced inspectors.
• Follow all Company Rules, Procedures and Policies.
• Follow all Company Safety Rules.
• Any other duties as assigned by Foreman or Manager

Skills

Thread manufacturing

Blueprint reading

Shop math

Geometry

Trigonometry

Non-destructive testing

English literacy

Manual dexterity

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Quality Control Inspector, Production 2nd Shift

Job Category : Quality

Requisition Number : QUALI003073

• Posted : October 28, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

Showing 1 location

VAMU_TX
Houston, TX 77073, USA

Description

Description

VAM USA currently has an opening for a QC Inspector at their Houston, Texas location. VAM USA is the world leader for premium connection solutions for the oil and gas industry with numerous production facilities, three leading edge technology Research & Development centers and a network of over 160 licensees worldwide.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Set up all hand tools readily accessible to the job being performed.
• Review work order packet for job to verify correct product is to be produced.
• Assure Log Sheets are correct for the product to be produced.
• Coordinate with the Gage Lab for proper gages to measure product.
• Assure gages are mastered and set as required before production starts, as well as during production operation as required.
• Log all measurements for product on to the Log Sheet based on frequency as instructed for product type and Customer.
• Identify all rejected product on Log Sheet and describe reason.
• Identify all rejected physical product as per instructions and alert operator.
• Assure all First and Last Article inspection is conducted as required.
• Alert operator and Foreman if cause of rejection persists and participates in resolving of reason for rejection.
• Assure that material for order is correct as described on the work order.
• Alert Foreman and Gage Lab of any concerns regarding performance of gaging or measurement instruments.
• Follow all applicable work instructions, specifications and requirements.
• Assist in training of inexperienced inspectors.
• Follow all Company Rules, Procedures and Policies.
• Follow all Company Safety Rules.
• Any other duties as assigned by Foreman or Manager

Requirements

• High School education or equivalent, required
• Three (3) years previous experience in thread manufacturing.
• Ability to read, write and speak English.
• Working knowledge of blueprint reading, shop math, geometry, trigonometry, and non-destructive testing.
• Should be able to lift and move objects weighing up to 50 lbs. and push/pull 75 lbs.
• Ability to understand and execute instructions well.

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