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Quality control testing.
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Details
- Found
- 21 d ago · posted 2026-06-04
- Location as listed
- Houston, TX, US
- Role
- Quality Inspector / Technician
- Source
- The company’s own careers site
Full description
Position Overview
• We are seeking a Quality Control Technician to support inspection and quality assurance activities
• within a manufacturing and repair environment focused on industrial mechanical components.
• This role is responsible for ensuring products meet engineering specifications, maintaining
• inspection documentation, supporting production teams, and contributing to continuous
• improvement initiatives across the operation.
Key Responsibilities
• Perform inspections on newly manufactured and repaired components to verify compliance with engineering drawings, specifications, and quality standards.
• Conduct first-piece, in-process, visual, and final inspections using precision measuring equipment and inspection tools.
• Maintain accurate inspection records and quality documentation in accordance with internal procedures and industry standards.
• Support calibration tracking and organization of precision measurement instruments and inspection equipment.
• Identify nonconforming materials or components, document findings, and coordinate corrective actions with production and support teams.
• Participate in root cause investigations and assist with corrective and preventative quality initiatives.
• Support repair and manufacturing teams with inspection-related activities and technica lguidance.
• Assist production personnel in understanding drawings, tolerances, and quality expectations.
• Contribute to the development and improvement of inspection methods, work instructions, and standard procedures.
• Perform internal quality audits and support compliance with company quality systems.
• Verify material certifications and maintain proper traceability records.
• Assist with supplier quality activities, incoming inspections, and vendor evaluations.
• Review inspection reports and ensure documentation accuracy and completeness.
• Provide guidance and training on the proper use of measuring instruments and inspection techniques.
• Promote quality awareness, accountability, and continuous improvement throughout the shop environment.
• Coordinate with logistics, procurement, vendors, and manufacturing support teams as needed.
• Perform additional duties related to quality and manufacturing support operations.
Qualifications & Experience
• Associate degree in a technical discipline or equivalent hands-on industry experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a manufacturing, machining, or industrial qualityenvironment.
• Strong ability to read and interpret manufacturing and engineering drawings.
• Knowledge of GD&T principles and their application in inspection processes.
• Familiarity with international manufacturing and quality standards such as ISO-relatedsystems.
• Experience using handheld precision measuring equipment and inspection tools.
• Exposure to CMM equipment and nondestructive testing methods is considered beneficial.
• Background working with rotating equipment, compressors, or industrial mechanicalsystems is a plus.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-driven with strong problem-solving and accountability skills.
• Experience supporting quality management systems and continuous improvementinitiatives preferred.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications; familiarity with ERP or quality managementsoftware is helpful.
Work Environment
• Manufacturing and repair facility environment with interaction across shop floor and office operations.
• Requires strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Collaborative role supporting production, engineering, supply chain, and repair operations.
• Opportunity to contribute to operational excellence and process improvement initiatives.
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