What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Lab Technician & Coupling Inspector position at Vallourec?
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES :
- Perform inspections on new gauges, couplings and Thread protectors to applicable standards and practices.
- Coordinate calibrations and minor repairs to all company gauges, hand tools and related inspection equipment in accordance all company and National Standard requirements.
- Enter / coordinate gauge calibration into gauge tracking system, maintain recall program, gauge inventory, and related equipment and movement records.
- Monitor the controlled conditions of the Gauge Labs and Coupling inspection and maintain all records
- Conduct Non-Conformance (NCR) incident investigations, Quality Visits, Risk Assessments, and Internal Audits as needed.
- Assist during Customer, ISO, and API audits and tours as needed
- Perform Threading and Coupling Audits & Risk assessments as required.
- Participate in inspection, Finishing, Threading, Coupling, and SLN audits as required
- Perform incoming Coupling Inspection using applicable Thread Gauges.
- Perform incoming Thread Protector Inspection using applicable Inspection criteria.
- Perform inspection / sorting as required for any non-conforming product found.
- Develop and write new or revised calibration and inspection procedures.
- Follow and support the Integrated Management System, all Company Rules, Specifications, Policies and procedures.
- Maintain safe work environment by following all policies, standard and procedures. EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, AND KNOWLEDGE :
- Experience working in a lab or inspection environment preferred.
- Excellent mathematical skills.
- Strong verbal, written and analytical skills.
- Strong ability utilizing measurement devices such as micrometers, calipers and other precision instruments.
- Demonstrate ability to develop and comprehend Standard Operating Procedures and work instruction along with the ability to train others.
- Ability to organize and prioritize workload and meet deadlines.
- Ability to use calculator, computer (Microsoft Office, Excel & calibration software), copier and fax machine.
- Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds and push / pull 75 pounds.
- Must have valid driver’s license and good driving record.
- Required to travel back and forth between locations using company vehicle to perform routine calibrations at set intervals.
- Must be able to access and reference API Specifications and the Integrated Management System.
- Able to work shifts, weekends, and holidays
- Mechanical and Electrical aptitude EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND CERTIFICATIONS :
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Associate Tech degree (preferred) CRITICAL COMPETENCIES & CAPABILITIES :
- Directability
- Teamwork
- Adaptability
- Accountability
- Reliability / dependability
- Initiative
- Safety awareness
- Ability to receive and provide constructive feedback
- Pride in performance
- Continuous Improvement / Quality
- Communication
- Positive responses to change
- High attention to detail
- Problem solving skills
