Quality Control Specialist I - NIGHTS

Benoit Premium Threading•Houma, LA

About The Position

The Quality Control Specialist inspects products manufactured by Benoit to verify that they meet established requirements and identifies nonconforming products. The role interprets technical drawings and customer-specific requirements; inspects and calibrates measuring devices and drift mandrels; conducts and documents first article inspections; records inspection results; and verifies product identification and traceability. The specialist ensures inspection equipment is properly calibrated, maintained, and stored, and that API Monogram requirements are followed. The role also supports machine operators with lathe and gauge setups, coordinates inspections with shop and quality personnel, monitors handling of tubing and accessories, and communicates and enforces quality procedures. The position receives authority from and reports to the Quality Manager/Quality Director, may serve as the Quality Supervisor’s designee in their absence, and performs other assigned duties. The schedule is 4:30 PM–5:30 AM Monday through Wednesday and 4:30 PM–8:30 PM Thursday, with overtime as required.

Requirements

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Management, or a related field, or a High School Diploma or GED with 3–5 years of manufacturing experience.
1–3 years of Quality Assurance/Quality Control experience.
Experience with internal and external audits.
Ability to read technical drawings and specifications.
Proficiency in gauge setup and calibration.
Proficiency with quality inspection tools and measurement equipment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Strong documentation and reporting skills.
Sufficient visual acuity to perform duties safely and accurately.
Ability to work in office, warehouse, production, or outdoor environments as required.
Must be able to work in the United States without sponsorship, now or in the future.
Must pass a pre-employment alcohol test, hair follicle drug test, and post-offer physical.
Ability to lift, move, adjust, push, pull, and carry objects to waist height weighing up to 30 pounds without assistance.
Ability to use a computer, tablet, copier, printer, handheld tools, and measuring devices frequently and for extended periods.
Ability to see clearly, including reading small print or monitoring equipment.
Ability to bend, reach, stoop, use stairs, and walk frequently throughout production, warehouse, and office areas.
Ability to work around noise, temperature variations, and shop environments, and to stand and walk throughout the shift.
Effective verbal and written communication in English and ability to read, understand, and follow written instructions in English.

Responsibilities

Ensure company products conform to all applicable requirements.
Interpret technical drawings and customer-specific part requirements.
Inspect and calibrate measuring system devices and drift mandrels to verify compliance with API and Benoit tolerances.
Perform and document a First Article Inspection before full production begins.
Complete Daily Inspection Log sheets and sign off on Work Orders and Router forms for items that pass inspection.
Apply employee identification numbers to products that pass quality inspection.
Verify CNC Operators have identified machined products and that traceability is in place.
Ensure only connections meeting API Specifications receive the API Monogram and report unauthorized use.
Remove defective or out-of-calibration inspection equipment from service.
Verify that measuring equipment used for product acceptance has a current calibration sticker.
Assist machine operators with lathe setups when possible and with gauge setups.
Coordinate product inspections with quality personnel, machine shop supervisors, CNC Operators, and shop personnel.
Ensure inspection equipment not in use is stored in its proper location.
Monitor handling of tubing and accessories for compliance with applicable procedures.
Interpret and enforce company quality procedures and promote awareness of good quality.
Maintain third-party standards and gauge kits for licensed threads and return them to the correct gauge box when not in use.
Perform other duties as assigned and may serve as the Quality Supervisor’s designee in their absence.