Quality Inspector – Forge Shop / Dimensional Inspection

Houston, TX 77015 $17.00–$24.00 per hour, depending on experience First Shift | Starts at 6:00 AM | 8+ hours per day

Monday–Friday; some Saturdays as needed

Position Overview

We are hiring an experienced Quality Inspector for the Forge Department of an industrial manufacturer specializing in steel forgings, flanges, and connectors .

This position requires hands-on inspection of metal components on an active manufacturing floor. The ideal candidate has experience inspecting forged or machined parts , reading engineering drawings, and using precision measuring instruments to verify dimensions and tolerances.

Dimensional inspection experience is a priority. Candidates must be able to explain the types of metal parts they have inspected, the measuring tools they have used, and how they determine whether a part meets specifications.

Key Responsibilities

Perform receiving, in-process, and final inspections of forged and manufactured metal components.

Verify dimensions, tolerances, workmanship, and compliance with drawings and specifications.

Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and inspection requirements.

Use micrometers, calipers, pi tapes, and other OD/ID measuring instruments .

Inspect components for visible defects and dimensional discrepancies.

Accurately record measurements and maintain inspection documentation.

Identify and report nonconforming material.

Communicate inspection findings to production and Quality personnel.

Follow inspection procedures, safety rules, and required PPE guidelines.

Maintain inspection equipment and verify that measuring tools are suitable for use.

Required Qualifications

Previous hands-on Quality Inspector experience inspecting metal components in a forge shop, machine shop, or comparable industrial manufacturing environment.

Strong understanding of dimensional inspection and tolerances .

Ability to read blueprints and compare actual measurements against drawing requirements.

Experience using precision measuring instruments.

Accurate documentation skills and strong attention to detail.

Ability to work independently and communicate clearly with production and Quality teams.

Comfortable working on an active forge shop / heavy manufacturing floor .

Dependable attendance and availability for 8+ hour shifts and some Saturdays .

Preferred Experience

Steel forgings, flanges, connectors, or similar industrial metal components.

Forging operations or machine shop inspection.

First article inspection and nonconformance reports.

Familiarity with ASME/API requirements.

Pay & Schedule

$17.00–$24.00 per hour , based on relevant inspection experience.

Day shift begins at 6:00 AM.

Monday–Friday, 8+ hours per day , with some Saturdays as needed.

Apply Today

Submit an updated resume highlighting your forge shop or machine shop inspection experience, the metal components you have inspected, and the measuring instruments you have used .

We are especially interested in candidates with direct dimensional inspection experience involving forged or machined metal parts.