Quality Inspector
Company
NOV
Location
Houston
Employment type
Full-time
Posted
Jun 26, 2026
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NOV
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Read and interpret complex engineering drawings, blueprints, and CAD models, rigorously applying GD&T principles to determine part compliance.
Perform source inspections at facilities
Perform First Article Inspections (FAI), in-process inspections, and final product evaluations.
Perform detailed visual inspection
Document defects and non-conformances accurately in the ERP/QMS system
Prepare inspection reports and maintain files of inspection documents
Understand basic weld inspection techniques, weld symbols and common welding defects.
Review inspection records received for compliance
Maintain inspection and measuring equipment
Perform other work-related tasks as assigned
Comply with all NOV Company and HSE policies and procedures.
Ensure proper use of measuring tools and equipment
Support continuous improvement initiatives
Maintain accurate inspection records and reports
Communicate with production, engineering.
FACILITY/GROUP SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
Pass the J2 Color and Acuity eye test.
As stated above within the primary responsibilities section
Monitors and records relevant information during testing of equipment
Performs mechanical inspections on components as received from the suppliers using either traditional and/or electronic tools.
Perform in-process inspections and record measurements and other relevant information (traceability) concerning capital equipment of completed assemblies.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma, GED, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Minimum of 3- years Assembly/Mechanical/Receiving inspection experience
Must be able to read and write in English
Knowledge in reading and interpreting engineering drawings, material specification and requirements.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Exposed to loud noise while in the warehouse
Exposed to moving parts while on the shop floor
Exposed to occasional hot and /or cold weather depending on outside climate conditions and warehouse temperature since the shop floor is neither air conditional nor heated.
Limited (5% or less) travel.
Work in warehouse/shop floor environment setting 75% or the day, 25% of the day is spent at a computer in an office.
BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES
Adheres to facilities safety policies and attends all monthly safety training.
Wears proper PPE while in the warehouse
Attends all Human Resource directed training via classroom or HUB learning CBT
Works well alone and in team environments
Communicates well with other employees.
TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES
Writes, sends, and receives emails to internal employees and external clients
Uses company software to include Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat/
Uses office copier to scan and copy documentation.
Ability to learn new software.
May operate both JIB and Overhead Cranes
May operate a Class IV Forklift (Hyster 50 – 170)
Wears Fall Protection Harness when performing work at heights.
COMPETITIVE BENEFITS:
(visit usbenefits.nov.com for more information about our benefits offerings)
401(k) Retirement Plan – NOV matches every dollar up to 5% of base pay and overtime for every dollar you invest.
Competitive medical plans that are effective your date of hire. Visit usbenefits.nov.com/cost-for-coverage for more information.
FREE MDLIVE virtual visits (when enrolled in an NOV medical plan).
FREE preventative medical and dental care for the entire family (when enrolled in an NOV medical/dental plan and seeing an in-network physician).
FREE Basic Life and AD&D insurance at 2 times your annual salary (for full-time employees).
All regular full-time employees start with 3 weeks of paid vacation per year (prorated based on start date). Pre-NOV relevant experience (years of service) may be considered for vacation accruals.
All regular full-time employees receive up to 11 paid holidays per year.
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