Quality Control Specialist

Williams Valve

Salary Range: $65,000 - $95,000

In-Person / Machine Shop / In-Office

Hours: 8:30am - 4:30pm

Company Description

We are the pipeline of opportunity. Founded in 1918, Williams Valve has produced high-quality valves for industrial and commercial applications. Our products cater to a wide range of industries including oil refining, chemical processing, power, commercial and military shipbuilding, pulp and paper, mining, and pharmaceuticals. The commitment of our employees ensures we deliver top-notch products that meet and exceed applicable specifications. Based in New York, we maintain extensive inventories to support our distributors and offer quick delivery services. With expertise in special requirements like automation, emergency shut-off valves, and cryogenic extensions, we strive to meet today's business challenges competitively.

Role Description

Reporting to Domestic Quality Manager, the Quality Control Specialist plays a pivotal role in helping facilitate the growth and execution of domestic production based out of Long Island City, NY. The core responsibility of the position is to perform quality control of products and processes. The Quality Control Specialist collaborates closely with the Shop, Shop manager, Navy Sales, Shop Planning, and Engineering.

This is a full-time in-person role at our Long Island City, Queens, NY machine shop facility & office. Candidates may also email their resumes to ***email_hidden***. The work site location is at Williams Valve, located at 3850 Review Avenue Long Island City, NY 11101.

Core Responsibilities

Perform inspection of products according to pre-designated requirements
Perform inspection of manufacturing and quality processes according to requirements
Perform incoming inspection of materials and outgoing inspection of products.
Ensure quality documentation is being generated and filed properly
Draft procedures and work instructions as necessary to maintain and improve quality
Keep measuring devices calibrated and controlled by required procedure.
Assist with root cause analysis of failures
Identify, document, communicate, and track nonconforming material through the NCR process until disposition is completed.
Communicate quality concerns promptly with Production, Engineering, Purchasing, and Management to ensure timely resolution of quality issues.
Document inspection results, quality findings, and audit observations accurately and maintain complete quality records.
Place nonconforming material on hold and verify that only conforming product is released for shipment.
Support internal quality audits by identifying documentation deficiencies and assisting departments in maintaining ISO 9001 compliance.
Escalate recurring quality issues and trends to management while supporting root cause analysis and corrective actions.
Maintain an active presence on the manufacturing floor to monitor product quality, support production activities, and ensure compliance with established quality requirements.

Key Criteria/Requirements

At least 5 years of inspector and/or quality control experience
Ability to work in a machine shop environment
Be a critical player in the ISO QMS and support the record keeping functions throughout the facility
Ensure traceability continuity in the shop is maintained
Must be able to communicate with multiple people both in person and remote and operate autonomously as needed to achieve desired outcome.
Able to draft inspection reports and communicate with key stakeholders to resolve any issues
Must be able to work closely with Quality Manager, staff engineers, production engineers, and shop to dispose of any products with issues
Work with engineers and stakeholders to perform root cause analysis to resolve issues
Must be willing to travel up to 5% of the year for business needs
Ability to work safely and effectively in a manufacturing/machine shop environment while maintaining a high level of attention to detail.
Comfortable working on the production floor and interacting with machinists, assemblers, welders, and other shop personnel to support quality initiatives.

Technical Requirements

Full understanding of ISO 9001 principles
Technology savvy, comfortable working with various software is moderate to high.
Microsoft Office Suite- Excel, Word, PPT, Outlook, Teams
Smartsheet project management software is a PLUS.
Proficient with measuring devices (i.e calipers, gauges)
Able to lift 50 lb & wear steel-toe shoes
Able to work in all physical positions.
Must be ASTM PT Level 2 certified.
Welding inspection and casting inspection experience a plus.
Must qualify as a U.S. Person under ITAR and other applicable U.S. export control regulations.
Able to read blueprints and bills of materials
Must wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including steel-toe footwear, safety glasses, hearing protection, and other PPE as required.
Must meet the visual acuity requirements of ASNT SNT-TC-1A (or other applicable industry standards, such as NAS 410, as required by customer or regulatory specifications)

We Offer

PTO, Sick Time, Personal
401k + Safe Harbor
Health, Vision/Dental
Commission Bonus Opportunities

We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability or because he or she is a protected veteran. Conditional offer upon background check.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits

401(k)
401(k) safe harbor
Dental insurance
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Basic Life Insurance

Industry

Industrial Machinery Manufacturing

Employment Type

Full-time