Quality Control Inspector II

Nikkiso Clean Energy & Industrial Gases is a leading provider of cryogenic pumps, heat exchangers, process systems, services, and solutions for the LNG and industrial gases industry. As a subsidiary of Nikkiso Company Ltd, we operate globally with over $1.5 B in annual revenue and 8,000+ employees. Nikkiso Cryo, Inc. specializes in submerged motor liquefied gas pumps, offering unmatched reliability, quality, and safety for applications including LNG, LPG, LEG, LN2, and liquid propylene.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all products are properly packaged, labeled, and lot controlled; verify against purchase orders or packing slips for accuracy.
• Perform visual, dimensional, and functional inspection and testing according to documented policies and procedures.
• Maintain ISO standards for products and ensure proper handling of inspection tools.
• Maintain the QA incoming and first article database; record inspection and test data as prescribed.
• Operate test and measurement equipment as instructed and documented in procedures.
• Develop and maintain company inspection reports through the manufacturing process.
• Receive inventory records, process receiving inspection documents, and coordinate with the QA department.
• Report quality anomalies to the supervisor; manage non-conforming components and assist in resolution.
• Read and interpret manufacturing drawings; prepare non-conformance reports and change requests as necessary.
• Document non-conformances in the Non-Conforming Material Review system.
• Train other inspectors; assist in gathering, analyzing, and trending data.
• Maintain accurate inspection records for ISO compliance and facilitate material movement as needed.
• Ensure inspection tools and workspaces are organized and compliant with safety protocols.
• Conduct comprehensive inspections, including receiving, in-process, and final inspections of assemblies, sub-assemblies, and skids.

Requirements

• Ability to interpret production travelers, CAD drawings (blueprints), CAD models, procedures, specifications, and industrial standards.
• Familiarity with ASME Y14.5 (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance).
• Proficiency with measuring equipment (Faro/Romer Arm, calipers, micrometers, height gauges, bore gauges).
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic manufacturing or shop floor environment.
• Must work independently and effectively with team members.
• Experience with computer programs and databases (MS Office, Outlook, MRP, Engineering drawing database).
• Willingness to learn and improve inspection skills.
• Working experience in pump, turbo expander, or cryogenic industry is desirable but not required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required; Associate’s Degree or vocational training in mechanical inspection, manufacturing technology, or related field desirable.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience inspecting materials and mechanical parts used in high-speed machinery such as turbines, turbo expanders, compressors, turbochargers, pumps, or rotating machinery.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted if it demonstrates the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

• May require standing, walking, sitting, reaching, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, talking, hearing, and using hands to handle tools or controls.
• Overtime may be necessary, including weekdays, weekends, nights, and holidays.
• Work is generally performed in an office/shop environment but may require travel to client sites, production facilities, or industrial/construction job sites.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs; must be able to tolerate heights.

Environmental Safety Requirements

• New Employee Safety Training required, including Safety Awareness and Human Resource compliance.
• Job-specific safety training modules provided and tracked by the Environmental Health & Safety Manager.
• Required to wear Nikkiso-provided PPE, including safety shoes, glasses, face shields, FR clothing, cryogenic gloves/apron, cut-resistant gloves, hearing protection, hard hats, and dust masks.
• Non-compliance with safety requirements may result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination.