Quality Control Specialist I - DAYS

Benoit Premium Threading LLC • Houma, LA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Quality Control Specialist inspects products manufactured by Benoit to ensure they meet established criteria and identifies nonconforming products. The position receives authority from and reports to the Quality Manager/Quality Director. The specialist works with quality leadership, machine shop supervisors, CNC operators, and shop personnel to inspect products and support quality procedures.

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 set-up and calibration.
• Prior experience in a quality engineering environment.
• Proficiency in quality inspection tools and measurement equipment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Strong documentation and reporting skills.
• Sufficient visual acuity to perform job 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.
• Ability to lift, move, adjust, push, pull, and carry objects up to 30 lbs. to waist height without assistance.
• Frequent use of computers, tablets, copiers, printers, handheld tools, and measuring devices.
• Ability to see clearly, including reading small print or monitoring equipment.
• Frequent bending, reaching, stooping, walking, and use of stairs; standing and walking throughout the shift.
• Ability to work with exposure to noise, temperature variations, and shop environments.
• Effective verbal and written communication in English.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow written instructions in English.
• Must pass a pre-employment alcohol test, hair follicle drug test, and post-offer physical.

Responsibilities

• Ensure products conform to applicable requirements.
• Interpret technical drawings and customer-specific part requirements.
• Inspect and calibrate measuring system devices and drift mandrels to ensure they are within API and Benoit tolerances.
• Perform and document a First Article Inspection before full production begins.
• Record inspection information on 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 applied their identification numbers to machined products and that traceability is in place.
• Ensure only connections meeting API Specifications receive the API Monogram, and report unauthorized use of the monogram.
• Remove defective or out-of-calibration inspection equipment from service.
• Verify measuring equipment used for product acceptance displays a current calibration sticker.
• Assist machine operators with lathe set-ups when possible to avoid production delays.
• Assist machine operators with gauge set-ups.
• Coordinate product inspections with the Quality Supervisor/Manager/Director, 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 communicate 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 by the Quality Supervisor/Manager and may serve as the Quality Supervisor's designee in their absence.

Benefits

• Competitive pay commensurate with the job.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Company-paid life insurance with AD&D, company-paid dependent life insurance, supplemental life insurance, and AFLAC.
• Personal Time Off (PTO), including vacation and sick leave.
• Paid holidays.
• 401(k) plan.
• Paid Parental Leave Program.
• Student Loan Contribution Program.
• Advanced Education and Skills Program.
• Education assistance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree