QC Inspector Lead
22 hours ago
Houston
Job Description Company Overview Founded in 1963, Gilmore, a Control Devices, LLC company, is an industry leading flow control technology company that improves the reliability, integrity, efficiency, and productivity of critical infrastructure. Gilmore's flow control solutions are suited to the toughest environments and across all markets where critical service requirements make them essential (high temperature, high pressure). Gilmore's manufacturing and headquarters are located in Houston, Texas USA. Our people are fundamental to the success of our organization and remain at the heart of our achievements. At Gilmore, we aim to develop our business around a valued and motivated workforce that encourages personal development and allows our people to flourish and realize their fullest potential. Role Synopsis The QC Senior functions as a lead within the Manufacturing Quality Control team, responsible for executing high-level inspections while also overseeing the daily coordination of quality activities across work centers. The individual serves as the primary point of contact for inspections related matters on the shop floor and within the lab, ensuring alignment between production priorities and quality requirements. The QC Senior participates in daily production meetings and cross functional call to communicate inspection readiness, status of work in progress and any risks or delays related to quality. They are responsible for distributing inspection tasks among the QC team based on skill level, workload and delivery commitments, while ensuring consistent adherence to procedures and documentation standards. This role maintains a strong focus on data integrity, ensuring that all inspection records are complete, accurate and traceable. The QC Senior actively mentors and trains junior inspectors, both formally and informally, and leads internal training efforts related to dimensional inspection, quality documentation, and compliance practices. Collaboration with Engineering, Production, Warehouse and Assembly and Test is a regular part of the role, particularly when addressing non-conformances, clarifying technical requirements, or implementing process improvements. As a leader in the Quality department, the QC Senior plays a vital role in promoting a culture of accountability, accuracy and continuous improvement, ensuring that quality standards are not only met, but upheld as a core value of the organization. Essential Duties & responsibilities (includes, but not limited to the following) To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed herein are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation(s) may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. • Perform advance dimensional inspections of machined parts and assemblies, ensuring conformance to drawings, specifications, and ACT's., • Distribute daily inspection workload based on production schedule, team capability, and priority deadlines., • Represent Quality Control in daily production calls, providing updates on inspection status, issues and resource needs., • Review and approve inspection records, ensuring data integrity, accuracy, and completeness across all documentation., • Train and mentor inspectors in dimensional measurement, documentation practices, QMS compliance, and proper use of tools and equipment., • Lead both hands-on and formal training sessions for new hires and existing staff, reinforcing consistent inspection standards and best practices., • Serve as liaison between Quality, Production, Engineering, Warehouse and Assembly and Test to resolve inspection discrepancies and technical questions., • Ensure traceability of materials and verification of material certifications and test report during inspection., • Operate and maintain inspection equipment including micrometers, calipers, optical comparators, hardness testers, profilometer and both programable and manual CMM., • Zeiss DCC CMM experience with Calypso software is preferred and utilized where applicable., • Perform final inspection and full documentation review before product release, confirming all requirements are satisfied., • Support and contribute to the development of work instructions, procedures and continuous improvement initiatives., • Maintain a clean and organized work area and uphold safety and 5S standards within and around the QC lab., • Perform other duties as assigned by the QC supervisor or QHSE Manager. Compliance Requirements Gilmore has a Business Ethics Policy (the "Policy") which provides guidance to employees in day-to-day roles, as well as helping the employee and the business comply with the law at all times. The incumbent must read, understand, and comply with, at all times, the Policy along with all other corresponding policies, procedures and directives. QHSE Responsibilities • Demonstrate a personal commitment to Quality, Health, Safety and the Environment, • Apply Gilmore, and where appropriate Client Company's, Quality, Health, Safety & Environment Policies and Safety Management Systems, • Promote a culture of continuous improvement, and lead by example to ensure company goals are achieved and exceeded Qualifications/Work Experience Education Essential • High School diploma or equivalent Experience Essential • Minimum of 5 years of experience in precision dimensional inspection within a manufacturing environment, preferably in the oilfield valve and flow control industry., • Demonstrated experience in a lead or supervisory role, coordinating inspection activities and mentoring junior staff., • Proficient in interpreting technical drawings, including a thorough understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)., • Strong knowledge of quality management systems, including ISO 9001 and API Q1 standards., • Experienced with data integrity principles, ensuring accurate and traceable inspection records., • Skilled in using various inspection tools and equipment, such as micrometers, calipers, optical comparators, and manual as well as programable CMM's., • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) for documentation and reporting purposes., • Excellent communication and organizational skills, with the ability to lead training sessions and provide constructive feedback to team members. Preferred • Experience with Zeiss DCC CMM's and Calypso Software., • Familiarity with calibration data entry and protocols per industry standard., • Formal training in data integrity practices and quality documentation., • Experience in developing and delivering both formal and informal training programs for quality control personnel. Physical Demands The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation(s) may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. • Ability to lift and carry files, packages, boxes weighing up to fifty (50) pounds., • Natural or corrected vision to read printed materials and computer screen., • Natural or corrected hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone., • Capable of properly using standard office equipment, including phone, and a computer with keyboard., • Ability to wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Includes steel toed shoes, safety glasses, mask, etc as required. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described herein are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation(s) may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. • Work will mostly be performed indoors in a controlled environment. There will be some exposure to the manufacturing and shop areas, which are open, and not air-conditioned. All offers of employment at Gilmore, a Control Devices, LLC company, are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screen.