Quality Control Inspector (HOUSTON)

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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