Quality Inspector

Lkjordan; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

LK Jordan & Associates in Houston, TX is seeking an experienced Quality Inspector to perform in-process, first-article, and final inspections of engineered fasteners and related products. You will read engineering drawings and use precision measuring equipment to verify conformance with customer drawings and specifications.

The role requires strong attention to detail and the ability to review MTRs, certifications, and traceability.

Qualifications

• In-process, first-article, and final inspections of engineered fasteners and related products.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T callouts.
• Familiarity with MTRs, certifications, traceability, and nonconformance procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Able to follow written, verbal, and diagram-based instructions.

Responsibilities

• Perform visual and dimensional inspections of raw materials, in-process parts, and finished products.
• Conduct in-process, first-article, and final inspections according to drawings, work orders, and inspection plans.
• Operate precision measuring equipment including calipers, micrometers, thread gauges, height gauges, and optical comparators.
• Review MTRs and certifications for traceability and compliance.
• Identify, tag, and segregate nonconforming material.
• Prepare NCRs for rejectable materials.
• Verify part markings, lot numbers, and traceability throughout production.
• Document inspection results and maintain quality records.
• Support the Quality Management System (QMS) and communicate quality issues.

Skills

Reading drawings

GD&T knowledge

Measuring instruments

Documentation

Independent work

Tools

Calipers

OD micrometers

Pitch micrometers

Thread gauges GO/NO-GO

Height gauges

Surface plates

Optical comparators

Job description

QUALITY INSPECTOR

Location: Houston, TX Job Type: Temp-to-Hire Schedule: 2nd Shift | 3:00 PM-11:30 PM

ABOUT THE POSITION

LK Jordan & Associates is seeking an experienced Quality Inspector to perform in-process, first-article, and final inspections of engineered fasteners and related products. The Quality Inspector will ensure products meet customer drawings, purchase order requirements, industry specifications, and internal quality procedures. The ideal candidate will have strong attention to detail, experience using precision measuring equipment, and the ability to read engineering drawings and identify nonconforming material.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform visual and dimensional inspections of raw materials, in-process parts, and finished products
• Conduct in-process, first-article, and final inspections according to drawings, work orders, and inspection plans
• Operate and read precision measuring and inspection equipment, including: Calipers OD micrometers Pitch micrometers Thread ring and plug gauges (GO/NO-GO) Height gauges Surface plates Optical comparators
• Review Material Test Reports (MTRs) and certifications for traceability and compliance
• Review documentation for outside-processed parts, including heat treatment and coating
• Identify, tag, and segregate nonconforming material
• Prepare Nonconformance Reports (NCRs) for rejectable materials
• Verify part markings, head stamping, heat numbers, lot numbers, and traceability throughout production
• Perform hardness testing and other mechanical tests as required
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and GD&T callouts
• Document inspection results accurately and maintain quality records
• Support the company's Quality Management System (QMS)
• Communicate quality issues and discrepancies to appropriate personnel
• Follow established safety, quality, and inspection procedures

QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous experience as a Quality Inspector, QC Inspector, QA Inspector, or Manufacturing Inspector preferred
• Experience inspecting manufactured parts, fasteners, or similar industrial products is a plus
• Ability to use precision measuring instruments accurately
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and blueprints
• Familiarity with GD&T
• Knowledge of MTRs, certifications, traceability, and nonconformance procedures
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Good problem-solving and documentation skillsAbility to follow written, verbal, and diagram-based instructions
• Ability to work independently in a production environment

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Frequently required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• Must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Requires close, distance, and peripheral vision, as well as the ability to adjust focus
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions

LK Jordan & Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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