QC Inspector III

Job Description

JOB PURPOSE
Responsible for ensuring that all the Pipes and Couplers are manufactured to the quality
standards laid down and that every item is inspected and stamped QC OK when ready for
release to the Final Warehouse Responsibilities / Performance Measures Policies & Procedures

Comply with operational procedures and instructions when
performing all job tasks and activities

In-process inspection

 Ensure only approved and QC accepted raw materials are
used in the manufacturing process
 Ensure that the production process comply with the technical
Know-How documents & Quality Assurance Procedures
 Conduct the refractive index check of the epoxy
resin/hardener mix ratio to ensure it meets the set
requirements
 Check and monitor the ambient temperature and humidity
 Witness the production processes and ensure that the
relevant approved Raw Material Calculation and Machine Set
ups are followed to meet the project requirements
 Inform the non-conformances immediately to the responsible
Machine Captains and other employees in the Production and
QC departments so corrective actions can be taken

Online / Offline Inspection of Pipes and Couplers

 Inspect the Pipes and Couplers as per the requirements of
product drawings following the inspection and testing program
 Select QC samples during the production process as per the
inspection program and/or project ITPs as applicable

Trading materials inspection

 Inspect the products purchased from the other manufacturing
units or sub supplier and ensure that those products meet the
project specification requirements and release them for
delivery
 Inspect the locking strips, different types of gaskets such as
Kroll and Ziller, O-rings, flat gaskets in order to ensure the
quality meets the minimum specified requirements

Non-destructive testing

 Conduct the non-destructive tests as per the ITP requirement
 Witness the routine hydro tests for the Pipes and Couplers

Destructive Testing

 Conduct the destructive tests in accordance to the ITP
requirements and project commitments agreed with the
Client/consultant
 Witness and monitor the short term and medium term
survival tests periodically and ensure the tests are not affected
with any climatic effects and successfully completed as per
the project requirements

Preparation of reports, TPI inspection and release

 Prepare the daily QC internal reports as well as project
specific documentation (Manufacturing Record Book - MRB)
to be submitted to the Client
 Carry out the final inspection and release together with the
Customer TPIs and Client TPIs for all the products comes
under the major projects based on the project specific
requirements. Also perform additional tests as per the ITP for
the witness point of Customer/Client

Stock counting

 Participate and lead a small team of employees during the
Half- yearly and Yearly stock counts to ensure that the
physical inventory matches the ERP system inventory
 Carry out monthly stock counting for the major raw materials
in the stores warehouse and provide the actual data to the QC
Engineer for monthly RM stock count report

Mould & Socket Sleeve
inspection

 Carry out steel mould and socket sleeve inspection either at
factory of at supplier’s premises as per the relevant
engineering drawings to ensure that those moulds are
manufactured as per the given approved drawings

HSE

 Comply with relevant safety, quality and environmental
control procedures and instructions
 Use personal protective equipment and safety gear when
performing assigned tasks
 Keep operational areas clean and well organized to prevent
incidents and accidents
 Report unsafe acts, incidents or safety violations
 Develop a safety culture by ensuring all staff comply with
HSE policies and procedures
 Participate in QHSE audits, incident reporting and review of
QHSE performances as required

Skills

Candidates must have a background in steel thread inspection in accordance with API (American Petroleum Institute) standards.

QC inspection and testing of Raw Material and finished products.
Reading and interpretation of engineering drawings
Ability to prepare reports
Ability to use measuring and testing equipment

Knowledge of API 5CT / 5L specifications and related OCTG standards.

Ability to inspect casing, tubing and drill pipe for wall thickness, straightness, thread quality, coupling and coating.

Familiarity with non-destructive testing (NDT) methods such as ultrasonic, magnetic particle and visual thread inspection.

Experience with threaded connection gauging and ensuring that pipes meet both operator (e.g., Aramco) and international certification requirements.

The QC Inspector is expected to have hands-on experience and certification in quality control of oilfield casing/tubing/drill pipe to meet Aramco’s OCTG specifications.

Education

Engineering Degree / Diploma (Civil or Mechanical).

Skills

Candidates must have a background in steel thread inspection in accordance with API (American Petroleum Institute) standards.

QC inspection and testing of Raw Material and finished products.
Reading and interpretation of engineering drawings
Ability to prepare reports
Ability to use measuring and testing equipment

Ability to inspect casing, tubing and drill pipe for wall thickness, straightness, thread quality, coupling and coating.

Familiarity with non-destructive testing (NDT) methods such as ultrasonic, magnetic particle and visual thread inspection.

Experience with threaded connection gauging and ensuring that pipes meet both operator (e.g., Aramco) and international certification requirements.

The QC Inspector is expected to have hands-on experience and certification in quality control of oilfield casing/tubing/drill pipe to meet Aramco’s OCTG specifications.

Education

Engineering Degree / Diploma (Civil or Mechanical)