Quality Inspector

Location: Odessa, Texas
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

A well-established manufacturer serving the energy sector is seeking an experienced Quality Inspector to join its team in Odessa, Texas. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented professional with a background in manufacturing, machining, or quality assurance to join a growing organisation with a strong commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting inspections on incoming materials, work-in-progress components, and finished products to ensure compliance with engineering specifications, customer requirements, and quality standards.

• Perform receiving, in-process, and final inspections of components, assemblies, spare parts, and finished products.
• Conduct visual and dimensional inspections using precision measuring equipment.
• Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Raise and process non-conformance reports (NCRs) and support corrective action activities.
• Assist with investigations relating to product quality and performance issues.
• Support engineering change implementation activities and associated inventory inspections.
• Complete inspection reports and quality documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
• Maintain calibration records and assist with the control of inspection and test equipment.
• Carry out routine inspections of operational tooling and service equipment.
• Review manufacturing and supplier documentation to ensure compliance with quality requirements.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the quality function.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in a quality inspection, manufacturing, machining, or mechanical inspection environment.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Proficiency in the use of precision measuring instruments, including:
  • Calipers
  • Micrometers (OD and ID)
  • Depth gauges
  • Thread inspection gauges
  • Measuring tapes and scales
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality standards.
• Basic computer skills and experience maintaining inspection records.
• Good mathematical and problem-solving abilities.

• Experience within oil & gas, wellhead equipment, valves, pressure control equipment, or related manufacturing sectors.
• Familiarity with quality management systems and inspection procedures.
• Experience processing NCRs and supporting root cause investigations.

This position is based within a manufacturing and workshop environment and may involve:

• Exposure to machinery and moving mechanical equipment.
• Working in varying temperatures and environmental conditions.
• Exposure to noise, vibration, dust, and industrial worksite conditions.
• Standing, walking, bending, and lifting throughout the workday.

• Join a respected manufacturer supporting the energy industry.
• Stable, long-term career opportunity in Odessa.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Opportunity to develop your skills within a quality-focused environment.
• Work with a collaborative and experienced team.

If you have experience in quality inspection and are looking to take the next step in your career within a technical manufacturing environment, we'd like to hear from you.