Quality Receiving Inspector II

Nikkiso Clean Energy & Industrial Gases is a leading provider of cryogenic pumps, heat exchangers, process systems, services, and solutions for the LNG and industrial gases industry with over $250 M in annual revenue. We are a subsidiary of Nikkiso Company Ltd, a leading industrial manufacturer headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, with over $1.5 B in annual revenue, 8000 + employees worldwide, and publicly traded on the Tokyo Stock Exchange.Nikkiso Cryoquip is a leading manufacturer of heat exchangers, liquefiers, and vaporizers for the LNG and industrial gases industry.  Applications include fueling stations, marine engines, peak shaving, power generation, virtual pipelines, and well stimulation.

The Quality Receiving Inspector is responsible for inspecting, verifying, and documenting incoming materials and purchased components to ensure compliance with purchase orders, engineering drawings, material specifications, and Cryoquip, LLC quality requirements. The Quality Receiving Inspector works closely with Quality, Purchasing, Warehouse, Engineering, and Production personnel to identify discrepancies, control nonconforming materials, maintain accurate inspection records, and ensure only acceptable materials and components are released for use.

$18/hr-$29/hr

· Inspect incoming raw materials, purchased components, and assemblies in accordance with purchase orders, drawings, specifications, and established inspection procedures.

· Verify material type, grade, dimensions, part numbers, quantities, and physical condition against applicable requirements.

· Inspect stainless steel, carbon steel, aluminum, plate, tubing, piping components, valves, fittings, machined parts, and other purchased items as applicable.

· Identify visible defects, corrosion, contamination, shipping damage, dimensional discrepancies, and incorrect or missing identification markings.

· Perform dimensional and visual inspections using appropriate measuring instruments, including calipers, micrometers, measuring tapes, thread gauges, and other inspection tools.

· Review Material Test Reports (MTRs), Certificates of Conformance (CoCs), and other supplier documentation as required by purchase orders, drawings, customer requirements, and quality procedures.

· Confirm that material markings and identification are consistent with supporting documentation.

· Identify and document incoming materials and components that do not meet specified requirements. Initiate Nonconformance Reports (NCRs) or other required quality records.

· Complete receiving inspection reports, checklists, inspection logs, and material acceptance records accurately and promptly.

· Enter inspection results and material status into applicable ERP system.

High school diploma or GED.

· Previous experience in receiving inspection, quality control, manufacturing, or a related industrial environment.

· Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, purchase orders, material specifications, and inspection instructions.

· Basic knowledge of dimensional measurement and visual inspection techniques.

· Ability to identify material discrepancies and document inspection findings accurately.

· Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office and electronic recordkeeping systems.

· Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

· Two or more years of experience in receiving inspection or manufacturing quality control.

· Experience in industrial equipment, pressure equipment, piping, valves, fittings, or related manufacturing environments.

· Familiarity with stainless steel, carbon steel, aluminum, and other industrial materials.

· Experience reviewing MTRs, CoCs, and supplier quality documentation.

· Knowledge of material heat-number identification, lot traceability, and material control.

· Experience using ERP, inventory management, or quality management systems.

Skills and Competencies

· Ability to perform accurate visual and dimensional inspections.

· Ability to verify material identification and certification documentation.

· Attention to detail when comparing items received against drawings and purchase orders.

· Ability to recognize and communicate quality concerns promptly.

Performance Expectations

Performance will be evaluated based on:

· Accuracy and completeness of receiving inspection records.

· Compliance with material identification and traceability requirements.

· Timely completion of receiving inspections.

· Accuracy of certification and purchase order verification.

· Effectiveness in communicating supplier quality issues.