What are the responsibilities and job description for the ASME Floor Inspector position at River Bend Industries LLC?
Company Description
River Bend Industries, LLC (RBI), headquartered in Blanchard, Oklahoma, specializes in designing and manufacturing high-quality oil and gas production equipment as well as advanced enclosures for industrial applications. Operating on a 25-acre production site, RBI's engineering team delivers innovative, solution-driven equipment to meet diverse client needs. Recognized as an ASME-certified facility (Section VIII Div 1 and Div 2) with U, UM, and R stamps, RBI is a trusted provider in the energy and safety sectors. By combining customer collaboration with cutting-edge technology, RBI continues to lead with quality and expertise in its field.
Under minimal supervision, performs in-process and final inspections of ASME pressure vessels to ensure compliance with ASME Section VIII, Div. 1 & 2 standards. Duties include verifying P&IDs, dimensional checks, material traceability and reviewing documentation throughout the fabrication lifecycle. Must be familiar with hydrostatic and pneumatic testing, layout, fit-up, welding activities and final weld quality. This position will identify non-conformances, drive corrective actions and collaborate with engineering, production and QC teams to ensure code compliance and quality standards are met.
River Bend Industries offers the following benefits:
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Company Paid Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability and Voluntary Term Life Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match
- PTO (Accrued at 2.15 hours per pay period)
- Paid Holidays
- Vacation
Essential Job Functions:
- Perform in-process and final inspections of pressure vessels in accordance with ASME Section VIII, Div. 1 & 2
- Interpret and verify Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs) to ensure system accuracy and compliance
- Conduct dimensional, visual, and documentation inspections throughout the fabrication lifecycle
- Verify material traceability, MTRs, and heat numbers against project specifications
- Ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards (ASME, API, NBIC, customer specs)
- Maintain and compile all related project and turnover documentation packages
- Support internal audits and external code audits
- Identify non-conformances and drive corrective/preventive actions (CAPA)
- Collaborate with engineering, production, and QC teams to resolve quality issues
- Perform and document inspections related to:
- Layout
- Fit-up and joint preparation
- Welding activities
- Hydrostatic and pneumatic testing
- Final weld quality
Required Qualifications:
- 8 years of experience in pressure vessel fabrication and inspection
- Strong working knowledge of:
- ASME Section VIII, Div. 1 & 2
- NBIC requirements
- ASME B31.3 Piping
- Proven ability to read and interpret:
- P&IDs
- Isometric drawings
- Fabrication drawings and weld maps
- Experience with NDE methods and acceptance criteria
- Familiarity with quality systems (ISO 9001 or similar)
- Strong documentation and reporting skills
- Ability to work independently and make code-based decisions
Preferred Qualifications:
- ASME fabrication direct floor experience
- Experience with high-pressure systems (e.g., 10,000–15,000 psi)
- ERP/QMS system experience (SAP, Oracle, etc.)
Core Competencies:
- Deep understanding of code compliance and regulatory requirements
- High attention to detail and documentation accuracy
- Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis skills
- Leadership in quality culture and continuous improvement
- Effective cross-functional communication
Work Environment:
- Fabrication shop and manufacturing floor environment, PPE required
- Exposure to welding and pressure testing operations
- Occasional field inspections or customer site visits