Quality Inspector - Control Valves

Company Description:

For over 75 years, Puffer-Sweiven has set the standard in equipment and services for process control, automation, safety, and reliability. We help process-intensive facilities run more efficiently and safely by delivering quality products, technical support, and knowledgeable staff to implement the needed process solutions — with the goal of exceeding customer expectations. Our dedication brings the most advanced products and services to our customers throughout the Central and Gulf Coast regions of Texas.

Specialties:

As an Emerson Impact Partner, we offer a broad base of superior solutions including the top product lines for a given application. Our specialties at Puffer-Sweiven include:

• Process Control & Safety Systems
• Control Valves & Regulators
• Isolation Valves & Actuation
• Oil & Gas Automation
• Reliability Solutions & Services
• Pressure Management
• Specialty Pumps & Rotating Equipment
• Instrumentation
• Maintenance & Repair Services

Duties and Responsibilities:

Inspection & Testing

• Perform incoming inspections of pressure relief valves to assess condition and identify defects.
• Verify dimensional accuracy, material specifications, and component integrity before and after repair.
• Oversee hydrostatic, pneumatic, and functional testing to confirm valve performance.
• Ensure that all repaired Valves meet all necessary specifications, both physical asset and documentation prior to shipment of the valve to customer; i.e. Final Inspection

Repair Oversight

• Monitor repair activities to ensure adherence to approved procedures and OEM specifications.
• Validate calibration of tools, gauges, and test benches used in valve repair.
• Ensure replacement parts meet quality and certification requirements.
• May communicate with customers directly to discuss specific issues found.
• Maintain the work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition.
• Required to work independent of supervision for after-hours call-outs.

Compliance & Documentation

• Maintain detailed inspection records, test reports, and repair certifications.
• Ensure compliance with ASME, API, ISO, and other applicable standards.
• Support audits by regulatory bodies and internal quality teams.

Continuous Improvement

• Identify recurring defects and recommend corrective/preventive actions.
• Collaborate with technicians and engineers to improve repair processes.
• Provide training and guidance on quality standards and inspection techniques.
• Inspects valve and/or actuation assets against inspection forms. Ensures compliance to repair procedures and standards.
• Initiate non-conformances for assets that fail inspections against inspection forms.
• Monitor status of open non-conformances and work with Supervisors and Managers to ensure timely action.
• Escalate Quality Issues to relevant leadership as necessary.
• Suggest quality and process improvements to leadership. Drive implementation of processes as required.
• Monitor and report out established KPI’s relevant at final inspection, like First Pass Yield % (FPY).

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education / Experience / Skills

• Technical diploma or degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in valve inspection, repair, or industrial equipment quality assurance.
• Strong knowledge of pressure relief valve standards (ASME Section VIII, API 576, NBIC).
• Proficiency in using precision measuring instruments (micrometers, calipers, gauges).
• Ability to work non standard hours/after hours.
• Familiarity with non-destructive testing (NDT) methods is a plus.
• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail are required.

COMPETENCIES:

• Ability to safely use and maintain a large variety of tools and equipment, associated with the assembly of relief valves, including impact wrenches, electric and manual hand tools, lapping machines, and overhead cranes and forklifts.
• Ability to read customer specification sheets and basic dimensional drawings.
• Ability to read and interpret assembly manuals (i.e. Manufacturers’ Spring charts), engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Good computer skills.
• Ability to work independently or as a team member.
• Ability to work with minimum supervision.
• Attention to detail and strong analytical skills.
• Excellent documentation and reporting skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Commitment to safety and regulatory compliance.

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