Quality Control Inspector (HOUSTON)

Houston, TX 77028

Employment Type: Permanent Job Category: Quality Engineering Job Number: 44334197 Compensation: $65000-90000 / year

Job Description

Title: Senior Quality Control Inspector
Location: Houston, TX
Hire Type: Direct Hire
Salary: $65k-$75k/yr.
Benefits: Insurance ( Medical / Dental/ Vision), 401K retirement plan, Training opportunities,  tuition reimbursement, PTO, and paid holidays

Sterling Engineering is looking for a Senior Quality Control Inspector in Houston, TX for a leading manufacturer and supplier of hose fittings. This is a great opportunity to work with a client that has great benefits and has great opportunities for growth for this individual. 

Job Duties:
  • Perform inspections of metal components using precision measuring instruments (calipers, micrometers, gauges, CMM)
  • Maintain quality control instruments and calibration database
  • Develop and implement quality control procedures for machining operations
  • Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions using 8D, 5 Whys, Fishbone diagrams, and FMEA
  • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives such as Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or Kaizen
  • Maintain detailed records of inspections, non-conformance reports (NCRs), and corrective actions
  • Present non-conformance and corrective action updates to the Operations Team
  • Collaborate with production teams, engineering, and suppliers to ensure quality standards
  • Train and mentor production staff on measurement techniques and quality standards
Qualifications:
  • Education: Associate’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering Technology or related field preferred
  • Experience: 8-10+ years of hands-on experience in a manufacturing or machining environment
  • Proficiency with measuring equipment (Optical Comparator, micrometers, comparators, hardness testers, etc.)
  • Strong understanding of precision machining operations and inspection instruments
  • Strong problem-solving skills using root cause analysis techniques
  • Experience with ERP systems, Excel, and office software
  • Six Sigma/Black Belt knowledge preferred
  • ISO 9001 knowledge is a plus
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

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