Quality Control Technician

Apex Water and Process is a trusted leader in water and process management, delivering integrated solutions of chemistry, equipment, automation and services to help industries reduce costs, maximize efficiency, stay compliant, and optimize sustainability. We simplify water and process challenges for customers with expert support, seamless solutions, and fast problem-solving, so they can focus on running safe, efficient, and sustainable operations.

We’re a fast-growing company with a vibrant, team-oriented culture, committed to delivering exceptional customer service and fostering long-term partnerships. At Apex, you’ll find ample opportunities for professional growth and development in a supportive environment. Plus, we offer a robust benefits package, and as a new full‑time team member, you’ll start accruing paid time off from day one! Don’t miss out –

JOB SUMMARY

The Quality Control Technician helps ensure the quality and compliance of engineered products and fabricated assemblies through inspections, testing, and accurate documentation. This role supports quality activities throughout the production process—from incoming materials and in-process inspections through FAT and inspection of finished goods. This position also involves conducting project‑specific inspection requirements per standard and custom ITPs and maintaining inspection records such as in process inspections, documenting welding quality per ASME standards through collection of, MTRs, PMI testing, welder certifications, and other project specified quality documentation.

Working closely with Engineering, Production and QEHS, this position helps identify quality risks, verify conformance, and ensure customer and project requirements are met. Maintaining an eye for defect trends and relating these findings into continuous improvement opportunities through collaboration with multiple departments is also a key activity.

ESSENTIAL

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform incoming, in-process, FAT, and final inspections of engineered products, fabricated assemblies, materials, and components using P&IDs, GA drawings, electrical prints, weld symbols, customer specifications, and project quality requirements.
• Manage project quality documentation and Inspection and Test Plan (ITP) requirements, including MTRs, material certifications and traceability, inspection records, weld documentation, hold/witness points, approvals, and customer‑required documentation.
• Support welder qualification, certification, and continuity records in accordance with applicable AWS and/or ASME Section IX requirements.
• Coordinate, perform, or support required testing, including Positive Material Identification (PMI), hydrostatic/pneumatic pressure testing, and applicable NDE activities; review results and maintain required records.
• Verify and document applicable code, customer, and regulatory requirements.
• Manage nonconforming products and NCRs, including documenting issues, facilitating Root Cause Analysis, supporting quality investigations, and verifying corrective and preventive actions.
• Communicate quality findings and discrepancies with Production, Engineering, suppliers, and other stakeholders, ensuring quality requirements and required hold/witness points are maintained while driving timely resolution.
• Support the development and continuous improvement of quality procedures, inspection guidelines, documentation standards, and project quality requirements; maintain calibration requirements for inspection and testing equipment.
• Participate in quality and safety inspections and audits to support compliance with ISO 9001, customer specifications, regulatory requirements, company HSE standards, and quality objectives.
• Adhere to and support all safety policies and…