Quality Inspector

Position Summary: The Quality Inspector is responsible for performing advanced inspection, verification, and testing of incoming materials, sub-assemblies, and finished products to ensure compliance with company and customer standards. This role combines high-level quality control expertise with hands-on testing skills and may include assisting with material handling to support shipping, receiving, and inventory operations.

Quality Control & Testing Duties:

• Perform visual, dimensional, and functional inspections of incoming materials and outgoing products.
• Conduct advanced testing procedures, including:
• NDT Level II inspections (liquid penetrant, magnetic particle, etc.)
• Positive Material Identification (PMI) for metals
• Electrical testing per IPC/WHMA-A-620 standards
• Pressure and FAT testing of sub-assemblies and finished products
• Subsea and topside controls inspections and testing
• Interpret and verify compliance with blueprints, technical drawings, and product specifications.
• Identify, quarantine, and report non-conforming materials or products; maintain accurate inspection and test records.
• Assist in root cause analysis and implementation of corrective/preventive actions.
• Ensure all quality control procedures are followed and comply with industry standards (ISO, ASTM) and safety regulations (OSHA).
• Perform complex testing and assembly procedures as required by department leads or director.
• Use a wide variety of precision measuring instruments and gauges.
• Troubleshoot quality, product, or production issues and provide recommendations for resolution.
• Maintain knowledge of assembly, testing, and engineering performance specifications to ensure product integrity.

Material Handling & Support Duties (as needed):

• Safely move materials from receiving to storage and from storage to production areas using forklifts, pallet jacks, hand trucks, and other equipment.
• Assist in loading and unloading delivery trucks and occasional deliveries.
• Support inventory management through cycle counts, physical inventory, and proper labeling/storage of materials.
• Assist in packaging and preparing finished goods for shipment.
• Perform routine checks and basic maintenance on material-handling equipment.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.

Minium Qualifications:

·         High school diploma or GED.

·         5 years of QC experience in oil & gas, energy, or manufacturing environments.

·         Ability to read and interpret complex technical drawings and engineering specifications.

·         Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.

·         Strong attention to detail, organizational, and time-management skills.

·         Proficiency with precision measuring instruments and gauges.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Technical certifications, including but not limited to:
• NDT Level II (PT, MT)
• Positive Material Identification (PMI)
• IPC/WHMA-A-620 Electrical Testing
• Welding Fundamentals, Metallurgy, ASTM F2620 Heat Fusion, and other relevant certifications
• Experience inspecting and testing subsea and topside controls.
• Forklift and material handling experience.
• Knowledge of basic hydraulics, mechanical principles, and testing procedures.

Working Environment and Physical Demands:

• Work performed primarily in a shop or manufacturing environment.
• May be required to work at multiple workstations depending on inspection, testing, or production needs.
• Exposure to typical shop conditions, including noise, dust, odors, and fumes.
• Ability to stand for extended periods throughout the shift.
• Frequent bending, stooping, reaching, and lifting of materials or components, typically up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work at heights using standard 6–8 foot step ladders as needed.
• May operate material handling equipment, including hoists, positioners, pallet jacks, and forklifts, when assisting with moving or staging materials.
• Must be able to lift, push, pull, and maneuver materials and equipment safely to complete inspection and testing tasks.
• Tasks may involve prolonged use of hands and arms for precision inspection, testing, and measuring activities.

Competencies:

• Attention to Detail: Ability to spot errors and inconsistencies, ensuring all inspections, testing, and records are accurate.
• Customer Focus: Strong commitment to providing exceptional customer service and ensuring product quality meets customer expectations.
• Problem Solving: Critical thinking to address and resolve quality, product, or production issues promptly and effectively.
• Adaptability: Adjusts quickly to changing priorities, work conditions, and testing requirements.
• Teamwork: Collaborates effectively with colleagues, engineers, and management to achieve common goals.
• Technical Proficiency: Demonstrates a deep understanding of inspection, testing, and quality standards, including NDT, PMI, electrical testing, pressure/FAT, and subsea/topside controls.
• Time Management: Efficiently manages workload to meet deadlines, testing schedules, and production requirements.
• Analytical Skills: Ability to interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and product specifications for compliance verification.
• Organizational Skills: Maintains detailed inspection records, inventory tracking, and clean, safe work areas.

Behaviors:

• Proactive: Anticipates quality issues and takes initiative to prevent defects.
• Customer-Centric: Prioritizes customer needs in inspections and testing to ensure satisfaction.
• Accountable: Takes ownership of inspections, tests, and reports; follows through to resolution of non-conformances.
• Collaborative: Willing to assist team members, assembly personnel, and other departments to meet overall objectives.
• Resilient: Maintains focus and composure under challenging or high-pressure situations.
• Results-Oriented: Strives to meet or exceed quality standards, project deadlines, and customer expectations consistently.
• Safety-Minded: Demonstrates commitment to safety procedures, PPE requirements, and a safe working environment.
• Continuous Learner: Stays current with quality control practices, certifications, and technical advancements.

Training Requirements:

• General safety training.
• Oilgear safety and compliance training, as well as any additional training required by customers.
• ISO 9001 and applicable processes and procedures.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE):

• Safety glasses.
• Steel-toe or composite-toe shoes.
• Gloves, goggles, shields, aprons, etc., as required for specific tasks.
• Hard hats (mandatory in certain environments, such as forge or steel forming applications).
• Safety vests.
• Ear protection.
• Long sleeve clothing.
• Cut-resistant gloves.

Why Join Oilgear

As a leader in high-performance hydraulic solutions, The Oilgear Company offers a collaborative environment where innovation, efficiency, and reliability drive every decision. We empower employees with ownership of their work and support ongoing growth through professional development and continuous improvement.

The Oilgear Company is an at-will employer.