ASME Code Quality Inspector

The ASME Code Quality Inspector is responsible for ensuring the quality and integrity of all pressure vessels, tanks, and fabricated products throughout the production process. This role works closely with production supervisors, safety leadership, and QC staff to uphold compliance with ASME, API, and all applicable quality standards.

Key Responsibilities
• Assure the quality of all materials, structures, and components of pressure vessels and tanks throughout the production process
• Verify that all vessels, tanks, and product lines comply with ASME, API, and all relevant quality standards and regulations
• Perform independent checks, inspections, and measurements on materials, parts, and finished products
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications
• Recognize and evaluate weld discontinuities, areas of improvement, and other product weaknesses
• Maintain and document all QC inspections and findings on travelers and QC Inspection sheets
• Ensure all material received on the shop floor is properly marked with heat numbers and Smith identifying numbers
• Assist in defining and implementing a QA/QC program that meets the full scope of regulatory requirements
• Assist the QA/QC Inspector Supervisor with organization of training courses and clerical projects
• Assist in preparing, tracking, maintaining, and distributing quality reports, logs, records, and databases
• Support implementation and maintenance of the Quality Management System
• Update and ensure compliance with the material control spreadsheet
• Manage records and data entry within electronic document systems
• Work with Production Supervisors, Safety Manager, and QC Inspectors on administrative duties and document preparation as assigned
• Handle evolving project needs efficiently in a fast-paced job shop environment
• Monitor, qualify, and assist in training employees on applicable standards, procedures, and work instructions (ASME, API, and others)

Qualifications
• Knowledge of ASME and API standards for pressure vessels and tanks required
• Certifications in Ultrasonic Testing (UT) and Magnetic Particle Testing (MT) required
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient in PC-based data entry and electronic document management systems
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with foremen, supervisors, and administrative staff
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule in a fast-paced fabrication environment
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus

Physical Requirements
• Must be able to stand/walk for up to 90% of the workday
• Sit to perform office duties for up to 50% of the workday
• Occasional bending, squatting, and ascending ladders/stairways