Quality Inspector - 1st Shift

API Heat Transfer is looking for people who enjoy being part of transformation. We have a new mission, new leaders, and are accelerating our path to Lean Cultural Change. Our Operations Team is on the way to becoming a Lean Management powerhouse! If you like to fix things, and want to be part of a new API, we'd love to talk to you about our Quality Inspector position!

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What We Offer You:

• Be part of leading-edge technology for the heat transfer industry
• Career development and advancement
• Multi-site, global operations to learn!
• Ability to impact customers across multiple industries.
• Full health & welfare benefits, 401(k), PTO

What Can Our Location Offer You:

• Only 20 minutes from the beautiful Buffalo waterfront and 45 minutes from Niagara Falls
• In house market style cafeteria with plenty of healthy selections
• Buffalo is known for our wide range of choices for food and beverages from our famous Buffalo Wings and Beef on Weck to several micro-breweries and distilleries scattered across the region

What You Will Do:

• Inspect units for the required level of cleanliness, documented release for assembly, visual appearance of welds, and bundle insertions.
• Verify compliance with contract requirements; verify/record heat numbers at final assembly.
• Perform final dimensional check of completed vessels.
• Inspect final shipping preparations and green tag if acceptable.
• Record all required inspection activities on the traveler (MIT), or other suitable document.
• Additional responsibilities

a. Review contract documents for applicable requirements, prepare TCR/Contract requirement list.

b. Inspect/witness hydro testing of ASME units.

c. Prepare/sign data reports (U-1's, U-2's) for ASME vessels.

d. Inspect oxygen cleaning as required.

e. Prepare/enter rejection reports as required.

f. Review conflicts/problems with Engineering, Sales, Purchasing, etc. as applicable.

g. Organize and file shipped contract folders.

h. Calibrate measuring/test equipment.

i. Work with customer inspectors as required.

j. Prepare folder for AI review.

k. Process MTRS and document packages.

l. Inspect alignment and dimensional accuracy of components, prior to welding.

m. Verify/document trace code markings of materials used in construction.

n. Monitor and document welder performance testing and verify qualifications and stamping of welds.

o. Inspect parts for final release in the grind shop.

p. Complete the Welders' continuity log bi-monthly and forward to Team Leader/Quality Manager

Required Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent required;
• 2 years prior experience in Quality Control required.
• Previous experience working in a manufacturing environment required.
• Must have experience preparing and working with detailed documentation.
• Experience with non-destructive examination (NDE), certified VT and/or PT Level I.
• Ability to lift and move product up to 50lbs as well as use overhead crane.
• Strong mechanical aptitude skills
• Basic geometry, algebra, mathematic and report writing skills required
• Familiar with fabrication drawings, multiple welding, NDE processes and interpersonal communication skills
• Must have the ability to work with minimal direction and prioritize daily tasks
• Computer program proficiency, i.e. MS Word, MS Excel, Outlook

Preferred Qualifications:

* Associate's degree or higher.

* Union environment experience.

* Certified VT and/or PT Level II.

* Knowledge of ASME Section VIII, Div. 1

Pay Range: $25-$26 per hour

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Equal Employment Opportunity: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.