National Oilwell Varco is a worldwide leader in the design, manufacture, and sale of equipment and components used in oil and gas drilling and production operations, and the provision of oilfield services to the oil and gas industry. Every day, thousands of the industry’s best minds put more than 150 years of experience to work to help our customers achieve lasting success. Our partnership with our customers has led to the innovation of some of the highest quality products on the market.
Job Description:
This is an opportunity to work for a leading O&G machining service provider specializing in the premium threading and general machining of oil tools. As Quality Control Inspector you will play a key role in ensuring machined components are fully compliant with stringent client and licensed standards whilst providing a balance between cost-effectiveness and quality control. You will ensure correct implementation of quality plans and monitor the pipeline of QC Inspection activities for all testing on a daily basis. This is a critical role within the operation of the business and as such requires a high degree of competency in the use of measurement and gauging as well as the drive to monitor and improve methods.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Inspect Machined Parts: Perform thorough inspections of all machined and manufactured parts to ensure compliance with client and licensed standards.
2. Material Certification: Review and approve all material certifications to guarantee quality and compliance.
3. Traceability: Allocate trace numbers to work orders, ensuring accurate tracking and traceability.
4. Calibration Maintenance: Maintain and manage the calibration system for all measurement instruments and gauges.
5. 3rd Party Inspections: Host and coordinate with 3rd party inspectors to ensure seamless inspection processes.
6. Quality Plan Implementation: Ensure the correct implementation of quality plans and monitor daily QC inspection activities.
7. Professionalism & Customer Care: Uphold a high standard of professionalism, with customer care as a priority.
8. Housekeeping & Compliance: Maintain a high standard of housekeeping in the work area and ensure compliance with HSE legislation and company policy.
9. Process Improvement: Contribute to the development of systems and improvement in working practices and processes.
10. Cross-Departmental Support: Support other departments and perform additional duties as required by business needs and line management.
Qualifications:
Required:
11. Shift Availability: Willingness to work a rotating shift pattern, alternating between day and night shifts in 2-week blocks.
12. Technical Proficiency: Ability to read and interpret technical drawings; comfortable using the latest inspection and measuring tools.
13. Engineering Manufacturing: Experience in an engineering manufacturing environment.
14. Computer Literacy: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
15. Quality Management: Familiarity with Quality Management Systems and adherence to quality assurance procedures.
16. Customer Focus: Imbued with a strong sense of customer focus (internal/external).
Desired:
17. Oilfield Expertise: Time-served oilfield engineer with knowledge of premium threading, specifically Vallourec/Tenaris.
18. Experience: Strong background in machining and inspection.
19. VAM Qualification: Possession of VAM qualification.
20. Technical Learning: Capable of keeping up with an evolving portfolio of products and services.
If you are passionate about quality control and have the skills and experience we are looking for, we encourage you to apply. Join us and be part of a team that values precision, quality, and excellence.