Quality Control Inspector

Job Description

Job Description

Build Your Career at a Company on the Move

API International is a privately held, family-owned manufacturing and engineering solutions company founded in Portland, Oregon, in 1979. For more than 45 years, we've been helping customers solve real-world challenges with flanges, expansion joints, pipe fittings, and custom-fabricated products serving the Agriculture, Exhaust, HVAC, and Water Works industries.

API International is experiencing significant growth, creating exciting opportunities for motivated people who want to grow alongside the company. As we expand, we're looking for people who want to take on new challenges, develop their skills, and build a long-term career with us.

Join API at an exciting time in our growth and be part of building what's next.

What We Offer

• Employer-paid health, vision, dental, and long-term disability insurance – Base plan premium fully covered beginning the first day of the month following 60 days of employment. Spouse and family eligible for 100% coverage of the base plan premium after one year.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with an employer contribution – API contributes to eligible employees' HSA accounts, with contribution amounts varying based on individual coverage and eligibility.
• 80 hours in your first year – increasing to 152 hours after your first year (prorated).
• 8 paid holidays – Includes your birthday.
• 401(k) with a 4% company match.
• Voluntary benefits – Includes FSA and life insurance.
• Training and professional development.
• Opportunities for advancement – Grow with a company experiencing significant growth.

The Opportunity  

The Quality Control Inspector supports API by ensuring that products meet API’s quality standards and specifications. The role involves inspecting, testing, and evaluating incoming materials, components, and finished products per applicable technical data; verifying the timely and accurate receipt of materials; and sorting, counting, and preparing materials for organized and efficient storage in the API warehouse. The Quality Control Inspector works with other departments to identify and resolve quality issues and to support inventory management activities as appropriate. Additionally, the Quality Control Inspector will support Quality System processes and activities in collaboration with other Quality Department personnel.

What You'll Do

• Read and interpret technical drawings and specifications, including geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
• Conduct visual and dimensional inspections and testing of incoming materials, in-process components, and finished products using calibrated equipment, for quality, quantity, and compliance with purchase orders, technical data, and company standards.
• Review material test reports (MTRs) and certifications for incoming products and raw materials for compliance with specifications.
• Record inspection and test results accurately; analyze and present data in written format.
• Enter QC inputs into the NC system and support the Non-Conforming Material process, communicating material issues to Engineering, Operations, and Purchasing.
• Support root cause analysis and corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) to address quality issues promptly.
• Sort, count, and prepare materials for warehouse storage; support Purchasing and Warehouse teams in prioritizing incoming deliveries to meet production needs.
• Maintain accurate receiving and inventory records (bills of lading, packing slips, etc.), report inventory discrepancies, and support other departments in tracking stock levels.
• Properly use and care for inspection tools and gauges, and verify calibration status before use.
• Follow all safety protocols and regulations during receiving and inspection, and report any safety concerns promptly.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and recommend ways to streamline receiving and inspection, improve efficiency, and reduce costs.
• Other Quality System duties as assigned by the Head of Quality & Engineering.

Experience & Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 1+ year of QC inspection experience in a manufacturing, receiving, or related technical environment.
• Basic knowledge of mathematics, accurate record-keeping, and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in using quality control tools for part inspection.
• Prior experience safely operating material handling equipment, including forklifts, pallet jacks, stretch-wrap equipment, etc.
• Receiving QC inspection procedures, or ability to learn them quickly.
• Familiarity with quality control/quality assurance principles and quality management systems.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings (including geometric tolerances), specifications, procedures, and work instructions.
• Working knowledge of inspection and testing techniques and test and measurement equipment, including common measuring tools (calipers, micrometers, tape measures, thread gauges).
• Data collection and basic analysis.
• Working knowledge of receiving, storage, warehousing, and material handling (packaging, sorting, and basic inspections).

Even Better If You Have

• Associate or technical degree in quality assurance, manufacturing technology, or a related discipline.
• QC-related experience in the metalworking, HVAC, or Pipe, Valve, and Fitting industry.
• Basic knowledge of 2D/3D CAD; experience with Autodesk software is a bonus.
• Knowledge of safety regulations.
• Willingness to take courses relating to this position.