Quality Inspector

API Heat Transfer; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Job summary

API Heat Transfer is seeking a Quality Inspector to ensure products meet contractual, regulatory, and quality standards. You will inspect, document, and validate work through manufacturing and final shipment, supporting lean transformation and culture change initiatives.

Responsibilities include inspection of units, ASME documentation, NDE activities, and collaboration with Engineering, Sales, and Purchasing.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of two (2) years of Quality Control experience.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with detailed technical documentation.
• Experience with nondestructive examination (NDE); VT/PT Level I.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs and operate overhead cranes.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and basic math skills.
• Proficient with Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Inspect units for cleanliness and assembly readiness, weld appearance, and bundle insertion accuracy.
• Verify contract requirements and record heat numbers during final assembly.
• Perform final dimensional inspections of vessels and inspect final shipping preparations.
• Record inspection activities on travelers or applicable docs.
• Review contract documents and prepare contract requirement lists.
• Inspect hydrostatic testing and sign ASME data reports.
• Inspect oxygen cleaning activities and prepare rejection reports as needed.
• Monitor welder performance testing, trace markings, and calibration of equipment.

Skills

Quality inspection

NDE processes

ASME code compliance

Documentation and reporting

Crossfunctional communication

Mechanical aptitude

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree or higher

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Position Summary

API Heat Transfer is looking for individuals who enjoy being part of transformation. With a renewed mission, new leadership, and acceleration toward Lean Cultural Change, our Operations Team is on its way to becoming a Lean Management powerhouse.

The Quality Inspector plays a critical role in ensuring products meet contractual, regulatory, and quality standards. This position supports our commitment to excellence by inspecting, documenting, and validating work throughout the manufacturing and final shipment processes.

At API, we take our culture transformation seriously. To help ensure the best fit for both the individual and our organization, candidates are asked to complete a 10minute Culture Index Survey after submitting their application. This allows interview time to focus more deeply on job behaviors and work history.

Culture Index Survey: https://surveys.cultureindex.com/s/7Y0awCvsZZ/91889

What You Will Do

Inspection & Quality Assurance

• Inspect units for cleanliness, documented release for assembly, weld appearance, and bundle insertion accuracy.
• Verify compliance with contract requirements and record heat numbers during final assembly.
• Perform final dimensional inspections of completed vessels.
• Inspect final shipping preparations and apply green tags when acceptable.
• Record all inspection activities on travelers (MIT) or other applicable documentation.

ASME & Documentation Responsibilities

• Review contract documents and prepare TCR/contract requirement lists.
• Inspect and witness hydrostatic testing of ASME units.
• Prepare and sign ASME data reports (U1s, U2s).
• Inspect oxygen cleaning activities as required.
• Prepare and enter rejection reports as needed.
• Process MTRs and document packages.
• Prepare contract folders for Authorized Inspector (AI) review.
• Organize and file shipped contract documentation.

Production & Process Support

• Inspect alignment and dimensional accuracy of components prior to welding.
• Verify and document trace code markings of materials.
• Monitor, document, and verify welder performance testing, qualifications, and stamping.
• Inspect parts for final release in the grind shop.
• Complete Welder Continuity Logs bimonthly and forward to the Team Leader or Quality Manager.
• Calibrate measuring and test equipment.
• Work with customer inspectors as required.
• Communicate and resolve conflicts or issues with Engineering, Sales, Purchasing, and other departments.

What You Bring

Required Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of two (2) years of Quality Control experience.
• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience preparing and working with detailed technical documentation.
• Experience with nondestructive examination (NDE); certified VT and/or PT Level I.
• Ability to lift and move products up to 50 lbs and operate overhead cranes.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Basic geometry, algebra, mathematics, and reportwriting skills.
• Familiarity with fabrication drawings, welding processes, and NDE methods.
• Ability to work independently with minimal direction while prioritizing daily tasks.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's degree or higher.
• Experience working in a union environment.
• Certified VT and/or PT Level II.
• Knowledge of ASME Section VIII, Division 1.

Key Skills

• Quality inspection and documentation
• ASME Code compliance
• NDE processes
• Attention to detail
• Technical documentation and reporting
• Crossfunctional communication
• Mechanical aptitude

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to lift and move items up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to operate overhead cranes safely.
• Ability to stand, walk, and inspect equipment for extended periods.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).

What We Offer You

• Be part of leadingedge technology in the heat transfer industry
• Career development and advancement opportunities
• Exposure to multisite, global operations
• Ability to impact customers across multiple industries
• Full health & welfare benefits, 401(k), and Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Pay Range: $25.00 - $27.00 per hour based upon education and experience

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

API Heat Transfer is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. We do not discriminate based on any protected status.

Equal Employment Opportunity: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact API Heat Transfer at [phone] for assistance.