Thread Inspector Jobs in Houston, TX (NOW HIRING)

PTC is a leading manufacturer and marketer of welded and cold-drawn mechanical steel tubing and tubular shapes, plated bar and tubing, and fabricated parts and precision components.

We at PTC value our employees’ health and wellness. We offer the following: 

• FREE Healthcare
• HSA option
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Dependent & Spouse Life Insurance
• Short Term & Long-Term Disability
• Critical Illness & Accident coverage
• 401K plan with company match
• Referral Bonus 
• Annual college scholarship available for children & grandchildren of PTC employees 
• Tuition Reimbursement eligibility

Job Summary:  

Processing of high-quality oil country tubular goods (OCTG) threaded products in conformance with API specifications. Maintaining or exceeding production quota on schedule. Inspects threaded ends of downhole casing and couplings (OCTG) to verify conformance with API and/or customer specifications. Works closely with the CNC operator as a key part of our production line. Serve as the frontline agent of production and machine operation for the company’s threading department.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:  

• Evaluate threaded products using a variety of gauges and measuring devices to determine compliance to industry (API 5CT, 5B) and customer requirements.
• Inspects threads on joints of steel casings to detect defects and to determine conformance to specified tolerances in taper, lead, and threads per inch, using precision gauges and instruments: Measures machined threads and outside diameter of pipes to determine thread size, taper, threads per inch and size of pipe using thread gauge and micrometer.
• Determines whether combinations of thread elements will form joints capable of withstanding weight of entire string of piping in well and of preventing entrance of outside fluids or gases, applying knowledge of standard and obsolete thread forms.
• Maintain precision measuring devices properly to ensure flawless operation.
• Complete and update all applicable records ensuring information accuracy.
• Proactively suggest improvements and participate in continuous improvement activities.
• Maintain a clean and safe workplace.
• Complete and distribute reports.
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Education and/or Experience Requirements:  

Education: High School or equivalent

Years of Experience:  1-2 years industrial experience

Number of Direct Reports:       None                           

Job Titles of Direct Reports:  None

Skills and Abilities:  

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Language Skills:  Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.  Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.  Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
• Mathematical Skills:  Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.  Ability to compute rate, ratio and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.   Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
• Reasoning Ability:  Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.  Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Other Skills and Abilities:  Must be computer literate and able to work with programs such as Word, Excel, etc., and be able to learn and use HP programs such as e-mail, ERP system, etc.

The incumbent is expected to understand that all employees have a shared responsibility for the quality of products and related services provided to our customers. Duties and responsibilities are to be carried out in accordance with the PTC Quality Management System and its policies, procedures, and work instructions as applicable to the job or function being performed.

Previous quality assurance experience. Pipe related manufacturing experience a plus. Must be able to work in a fast paced environment. Must have safety as a priority. Excellent attendance, good work ethic, willing to stand for long periods of time. Able to work overtime and willing to do work that is repetitive in nature. High level of initiative, critical thinking, problem analysis and resolution skills. Excellent organizational and interpersonal relations skills; strong internal and external client focus. Ability to identify complex problems and review related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions. Familiarity with care and use of MRP, taper, thread height, lead, profile, and ring gauges. Familiarity with tolerances and dimensions of API 8RD, buttress connections. Candidates must be able to tolerate any climate, must be flexible with shift and hours. Must be able to work a flexible schedule including weekends, evenings, and holidays. Strong attention to detail and good interpersonal skills. Strong decision making and problem solving skills. Ability to multi-task in fast-paced dynamic environment. Have the knowledge of how and where to find the dimensions and tolerances for the type of material to be inspected. 

Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations:  

None

Work Environment:  

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Physical Demands: 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, and/ or walk, and/ or use arms and hands to load and unload material for extended period of time. Must be able to safely lift and load 50lbs. The employee must also be able to work outside in a variety of conditions. Candidates must be able to tolerate any climate, must be flexible with shift and hours.