Quality Inspector
Job Description
Location: Houston, TX
Job Type: Temp-to-Hire
Schedule: 2nd Shift | 3:00 PM–11:30 PM
About the Position
LK Jordan & Associates is seeking an experienced Quality Inspector to perform in-process, first-article, and final inspections of engineered fasteners and related products. The Quality Inspector will ensure products meet customer drawings, purchase order requirements, industry specifications, and internal quality procedures.
The ideal candidate will have strong attention to detail, experience using precision measuring equipment, and the ability to read engineering drawings and identify nonconforming material.
Responsibilities
Perform visual and dimensional inspections of raw materials, in-process parts, and finished products
Conduct in-process, first-article, and final inspections according to drawings, work orders, and inspection plans
Operate and read precision measuring and inspection equipment, including:
Calipers
OD micrometers
Pitch micrometers
Thread ring and plug gauges (GO/NO-GO)
Height gauges
Surface plates
Optical comparators
Review Material Test Reports (MTRs) and certifications for traceability and compliance
Review documentation for outside-processed parts, including heat treatment and coating
Identify, tag, and segregate nonconforming material
Prepare Nonconformance Reports (NCRs) for rejectable materials
Verify part markings, head stamping, heat numbers, lot numbers, and traceability throughout production
Perform hardness testing and other mechanical tests as required
Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and GD&T callouts
Document inspection results accurately and maintain quality records
Support the company's Quality Management System (QMS)
Communicate quality issues and discrepancies to appropriate personnel
Follow established safety, quality, and inspection procedures
Previous experience as a Quality Inspector, QC Inspector, QA Inspector, or Manufacturing Inspector preferred
Experience inspecting manufactured parts, fasteners, or similar industrial products is a plus
Ability to use precision measuring instruments accurately
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and blueprints
Familiarity with GD&T
Knowledge of MTRs, certifications, traceability, and nonconformance procedures
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Good problem-solving and documentation skills
Ability to follow written, verbal, and diagram-based instructions
Ability to work independently in a production environment
Frequently required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
Must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
Requires close, distance, and peripheral vision, as well as the ability to adjust focus
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions
Interested?
If you have experience with quality inspection, precision measuring equipment, and manufacturing documentation, apply today!
LK Jordan & Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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