Senior Quality Inspector

Scientific Drilling; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Quality Inspector to join their team in Houston. This role involves performing detailed inspections of incoming parts, ensuring compliance with quality standards, and actively participating in the implementation of ISO9001 Quality Management System. The ideal candidate will possess strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a team. Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and quality, where you can make a significant impact on product excellence and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of CNC machined parts inspection experience required.
• Ability to read and understand complex drawings and dimensions.
• Experience using portable CMM devices preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform dimensional and visual inspections of incoming parts.
• Fill out and review inspection reports for all inspected parts.
• Lead incoming inspection efforts and improve efficiency.

Skills

Dimensional Inspection

Visual Inspection

ISO 9001 Awareness

Problem Solving

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Associate's Degree

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Portable CMM

Micrometers

Forklift

Job description

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Scientific Drilling is looking for a Senior Quality Inspector to be based in Houston, TX. Scientific Drilling is an independent directional drilling and wellbore navigation, surveying and logging Service Company serving customers worldwide. Our industry leading navigation systems provide definitive wellbore placement information, enabling safer and more efficient placement of tightly spaced wellbores throughout the world. We are motivated by crafting innovative and elegant solutions to technically challenging problems.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Performing dimensional and visual inspection of all incoming parts.
• Fill out and review appropriate inspection reports for all inspected parts and prepare inspection reports for new parts.
• Identification of non-conforming parts through incoming inspection, issue non-conformance reports and the respective quarantine action.
• Seeking dispositions and closure of disposition and updating log / system accordingly.
• Active participation in effective implementation of ISO9000 Quality Management System in Houston QC inspection efforts.
• Monitor and coordinate non-conforming products return to vendors.
• Data entry for accurate record keeping and analysis using SAP and Microsoft tools.
• Communicate effectively with team members and respective production or service labs.
• Maintaining an organized work area with proper housekeeping and safe working practices.
• Assist in instrument and gauge calibration efforts.
• Learn and operate Portable CMM (Romer Arm) for inspection of all complex parts.
• Ability to provide guidance and training to other inspection personnel. Lead the incoming inspection efforts and work to improve inspection efficiency and effectiveness.
• Loading and unloading of inspection bay with fork-lift as needed for inspection.
• Prepare and monitor monthly reports for incoming inspection and continuously improve.
• Monitor, organize and execute calibration/re-calibration of all instruments and gauges in this facility.
  
  

Job Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Adhere to existing SDI safety culture.
• ISO 9001 quality system awareness.
• Ability to read and understand complex drawings, geometrical features and critical dimensions.
• Learns quickly, adapts and uses logic to solve problems with effective solutions.
• Skill with measuring instruments such as Micrometers, Height gage and Thread gages (UN, API, NPT) and wide range of tools and instruments.
• Experience of optical comparator measurement and portable CMM.
• Pursues every job with drive, determination and strives for continual improvement.
• Is self-motivated, detail oriented and committed to customer satisfaction.
• Able to understand and follow instructions and quickly adapts to priority changes.
• Presents self with professional appearance and behavior.
• Working knowledge in Microsoft Office word, excel.
• Must be a good team player with multi-tasking skills.
  
  

Education, Experience, Certification And Training

• High School and/or associate's degree.
• Previous work experience in oil field in and 5 years of CNC machined parts inspection is required.
• Working knowledge and experience of using SAP or similar ERP systems.
• Knowledge of JSS Gauge maker measurement system preferred.
• Experience using portable CMM devices preferred (Romer or Farro Arms)
• Fork-Lift driving experience preferred.
• Completion of SDI required HSE and skill level training or equivalent.
  
  

Work Environment, Physical Job Requirements And PPE

• Ability to walk, stand, sit, kneel, push, stoop, reach above the shoulder, grasp, pull, bend repeatedly, climb stairs, identify colors, hear with aid, see, write, count, read, speak, analyze, alphabetize, lift and carry under 45 lbs., perceive depth and operate a motor vehicle.
• Conditions may include working inside and/or outside. May work around machines with moving parts and moving objects. Working near radiant and electrical energy. Working closely with others or working alone. Working extended or irregular hours and travelling by all possible modes of transportation.
• Equipment (machines, tools, devices) used in performing the essential job function include but not limited to computers and related equipment, calculators, copiers, fax machines, telephone and vehicles. Ability to wear proper personal protective equipment (PPE), including but not limited to, safety glasses, hardhat, reinforced toed shoes, coveralls, gloves, and ear plugs or muffs.
  
  

Limitations And Disclaimer

This job description describes the general duties and responsibilities, and physical requirements associated with the position; it is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or skills required for the position.

The general duties and responsibilities and physical requirements associated with the position are subject to modification in order to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some physical requirements may exclude individuals who pose a threat or risk to the health or safety to themselves or others.

This job description neither states nor implies that the listed general duties and responsibilities and physical requirements associated with the position are the only tasks expected of an employee. An employee is also required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform any other job-related tasks requested by their supervisor and not in violation of any applicable laws, regulations, or rules.

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and abilities. To perform this job successfully, an employee must possess the abilities and aptitudes to perform each duty, responsibility, and physical requirement proficiently.

Continued employment remains on an "at-will" basis.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Quality Assurance

• Industries

  Oil and Gas

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