Quality Control Inspector I

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. 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 Cryo, Inc., is one of the world’s foremost suppliers of submerged motor liquefied gas pumps. We offer unmatched reliability, quality and safety. As part of the Nikkiso Company global organization, our original technologies provide our customers with the confidence in knowing they are receiving the latest technology and the highest standards of engineering available.

We are located in North Las Vegas, Nevada and we offer a full range of submerged pumps for LNG, LPG, LEG, LN2, liquid propylene and many other liquefied gases. With design, production and test facilities in both the United States and Japan, sales offices in Las Vegas, Houston, London and Tokyo, Nikkiso Cryo offers prompt and full support for all of our customers worldwide.

Position Summary:

The Quality Inspector is responsible for conducting detailed product inspections throughout manufacturing stages, ensuring each component meets our high standards of precision and quality. Success in this role requires a proactive, detail-oriented individual skilled in inspection protocols and quality standards.

Essential Functions:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Maintain accurate inspection records and facilitate material movement as needed.
• Ensure all inspection tools and workspaces are organized and compliant with safety protocols.
• Conduct comprehensive inspections, including receiving (purchased parts), in-process (internal and external parts), and final inspections (assemblies, sub-assemblies, and skids).
• Other tasks as assigned.

Education and Experience:

• High School diploma or GED required; Associate’s Degree or vocational training in mechanical inspection, manufacturing technology or related field desirable; or equivalent combination of education and experience whereby requisite knowledge, skills and abilities have been demonstrated.
• Minimum of two years’ experience inspecting materials and mechanical parts used in the manufacture of high-speed machinery such as turbines, turbo expanders, compressors, turbochargers, pumps, rotating machinery or related machinery.
• Be able to interpret and extract necessary information per production travelers, CAD drawings (blue-prints), CAD models, procedures, specifications, and industrial standards.
• Familiar with ASME Y14.5 (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance).
• Proficient with measuring equipment (Faro/Romer Arm, calipers, micrometers, height gauges, bore gauges) and able to interpret production travelers, blueprints, and specifications.
• Be able to work in a fast pace, dynamic manufacturing, shop floor environment. Must be able to work independently and work effectively with other team members is a must.
• Working experience on several computer programs and databases (MS Office, Outlook, MRP, Engineering drawing database).
• Willing to learn and improve inspection skills to the next level.
• Working experience in pump, turbo expander industry and/or cryogenic industry is desirable but not required.
• The knowledge, skills and abilities listed above are typically acquired through the levels of education and experience listed.  An equivalent combination of education and/or experience that provides an applicant with the listed knowledge, skills and abilities required to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job, may be accepted.

Work Environmental and Physical Demands:

•   Ability to stand, sit, walk, reach, stoop, kneel, and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Overtime may be necessary as the workload dictates. This may include weekdays, weekends, nights and/or holidays
• Job is performed primarily in a shop environment; local travel may be required.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license (2-year clean record may be required).

Environmental Safety Requirements

• New Employee Safety Training is required by all newly hired employees, including Safety Awareness
• All safety related training is provided and tracked by the Environmental Health & Safety Director
• Job specific training modules deemed necessary by employee’s Manager or Director will be required of all employees on an ongoing basis

Nikkiso prioritizes safety, providing training for all employees. Job-specific modules and protective equipment (PPE) such as safety shoes, glasses, face shields, and hearing protection are provided. Non-compliance may lead to disciplinary action up to termination.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the employer will provide reasonable accommodations to meet the work environmental and physical demands listed above.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Nikkiso CE&IG is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.