Quality Inspector

National Oilwell Varco; Cedar Park (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, and 401(k))

Continuous vacation benefit

Cross-training and career growth opportunities

Job summary

National Oilwell Varco is seeking a Quality Inspector at their Cedar Park, TX manufacturing facility. The ideal candidate will perform inspections on machined parts, including visual, dimensional, and functional inspections. Responsibilities also include preparing reports and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.

The position requires a high school diploma and three years of related experience, along with proficiency in mechanical inspection tools. This role offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Three years of related experience and/or training required.
• Proficiency with mechanical inspection tools and techniques.
• Ability to pass background check and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections on components at the manufacturing facility.
• Prepare inspection reports and maintain files of documentation.
• Identify discrepancies and prepare non-conformity reports.

Skills

Mechanical inspection tools and techniques

Interpersonal and communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

HS Diploma, GED, or equivalent

Tools

Calibration gauges

Measuring equipment

Job description

We are seeking a Quality Inspector with strong mechanical tool inspection knowledge to inspect machined parts at our Cedar Park, TX manufacturing facility. The successful candidate will perform a wide variety of inspection and quality‑control operations, including visual, dimensional, and functional inspections, making critical observations, performing tests, and completing appropriate documentation. Work is performed on day shift onsite.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform inspections on components.
• Perform source inspections at facilities.
• Prepare inspection reports and maintain files of inspection documents.
• Review inspection records received for compliance.
• Maintain inspection and measuring equipment.
• Prepare and coordinate Non‑Conformance Reports (NCR’s) for nonconforming parts.
• Perform other work‑related tasks as assigned.
• Comply with all NOV Company and HSE policies and procedures.

Facility Responsibilities

• Perform in‑process, final, and receiving inspection, and work with inspectors and manufacturing employees in other inspection areas. Inspections are made against drawings, specifications and/or instructions. Accountable for product and/or final inspection activities required for purchased and manufactured parts, respectively, and processes.
• Responsible for proper care of all company tools and measuring equipment before, during and after use.
• Ensure that all gauges are in calibration, clean and free of rust, as well as in good working conditions at all times before use and traceable to/from their assigned storage location.
• Ensure that all records are kept accurately updated according to established procedures.
• Identify discrepancies and prepare non‑conformity reports.
• Observe safety regulations, wear all required safety equipment, encourage safe working practices, correct obvious hazards immediately or report them to supervisors.

Qualifications / Requirements

• HS Diploma, GED, or equivalent (required).
• Three years of related experience and/or training (required).
• Good interpersonal and communication skills (required).
• Proficiency with mechanical inspection tools and techniques (required).
• Ability to pass background check and drug screening (required).
• Able to perform physically demanding work—standing, bending, lifting 25 lbs regularly.
• Physically fit to perform extended periods of inspection work that may involve sitting, bending, stooping, standing, and repetitive arm, shoulder, and hand movements.
• Demonstrated good work ethics in attendance, dependability, orderliness, and teamwork.
• Experience measuring API and/or ACME threads preferred.
• ASQ certification (inspector) preferred.

Behavioral Expectations

• Excellence
• Team oriented
• Integrity
• Respectful
• Hardworking
• Dependable

Working Conditions

• Normal manufacturing environment.
• Frequent lifting of materials and product up to 40 lbs.
• Machinery operation requires the use of safety equipment including eye safety glasses, hearing protectors, work boots, and hard hats.
• Loose fitting clothes and jewelry are not permitted.
• Standing 65% of the time.
• Works under immediate supervision and typically reports to a supervisor/manager.
• May be exposed to fumes, vapors, airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, and vibration.
• May be exposed to intermittent loud sounds.

Benefits & Compensation

• Competitive pay.
• Comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)).
• Continuous vacation benefit: accrue paid time off throughout the year based on service.
• Temperature‑controlled production facility.
• Cross‑training and career growth opportunities within NOV’s global operations.
• Industry‑leading safety culture and commitment to continuous improvement.

Veterans Encouraged to Apply

Veterans from all branches are encouraged to apply and build a future with us.