Quality Control Inspector III

Nikkiso Clean Energy & Industrial Gases is a leading provider of cryogenic pumps, heat exchangers, process systems, services, and solutions for the LNG and industrial gases industry. We are a subsidiary of Nikkiso Company Ltd, a leading industrial manufacturer headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, with over $1.5 B in annual revenue, 8000 + employees worldwide, and publicly traded on the Tokyo Stock Exchange.

Summary

The Quality Control Inspector III is a senior-level quality professional responsible for performing complex receiving, in-process and final inspections of materials, components, weldments, assemblies, pressure retaining components and finished equipment. This position independently evaluates product and process conformity and exercises sound technical judgement when interpreting drawings, specifications, applicable ASME Code requirements and customer specifications.

The Quality Control Inspector III works independently with minimal supervision and documents nonconformances, and partners with Manufacturing, Engineering, and Quality personnel to resolve quality issues and support continuous improvement.

Rate

$22/hr - $32/hr

Essential Functions/Responsibilities

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Perform receiving, in-process, and final inspections of materials, components, weldments, assemblies, and finished equipment.
• Inspect equipment and fabricated components for compliance with company quality requirements, customer specifications, engineering drawings, and applicable ASME Code requirements.
• Independently interpret engineering drawings, specifications, bills of material, weld symbols, inspection requirements, and other technical documentation.
• Perform dimensional and visual inspections using appropriate precision measuring and inspection equipment.
• Verify material identification, material certification, heat/lot traceability and applicable material documentation for pressure-retaining and critical components.
• Verify dimensions, tolerances, workmanship, materials, welds, and overall product conformance.
• Review manufacturing and quality documentation for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with established requirements.
• Develop, complete, and maintain inspection records and quality documentation throughout the manufacturing process.
• Place materials, components, assemblies or finished products on quality hold when a nonconforming condition is identified and elevate in accordance with established procedures.
• Coordinate with Manufacturing, Engineering, and Quality personnel to address inspection findings and resolve quality concerns.
• Verify inspection and test equipment is properly calibrated, within its calibration period, and appropriate for the inspection being performed.
• Compile inspection and test data and prepare accurate quality reports and supporting documentation.
• Support customer, third-party, and authorized inspector activities as required.
• Identify recurring quality issues, inspection trends and potential systematic problems and communicate findings too Quality leadership for corrective and preventive action.
• Assist in determining inspection priorities to support production schedules while maintaining all required quality standards.
• Provide technical guidance and inspection support to less experienced inspectors as needed.
• Maintain organized up to date inspection records and ensure traceability of quality documentation.
• Follow all company quality, safety, and regulatory requirements.
• Perform other duties and quality-related activities as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities. The Quality Control Inspector III may provide technical guidance, training, and support to less experienced inspectors.

Work Environment

This position operates primarily in a manufacturing and warehouse environment and may require work around fabrication, welding, machining, assembly, testing, and material-handling operations. The employee may be exposed to varying temperatures, noise levels, moving equipment, and other conditions typical of an industrial manufacturing facility. Required personal protective equipment must be worn as designated.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, talk, hear, use hands and fingers, reach, bend, stoop, crouch, and work at varying heights and positions. Specific vision…