Forum Energy Technologies · 1 week ago
QC Technician I
Dayton, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expForum Energy Technologies is a global company serving the crude oil, natural gas, and renewable energy industries. The QC Technician I performs basic inspection, testing, and documentation activities to ensure product quality and compliance with company procedures.
EnergyIndustrialManufacturingOil and GasProfessional NetworkingRenewable EnergyTelecommunications
Responsibilities
Perform in‑process and final inspections on API 5ST, 5LCP, welded strip, and tubing products under direct supervision
Conduct basic dimensional inspections using standard measuring and testing equipment
Assist with strip, weld, fitting, spool, and visual inspections during production roll‑up
Support basic destructive testing activities such as sample collection, preparation, and labeling
Assist NDT personnel with MT, PT, UT, ET, or EC activities as trained (no independent interpretation required)
Follow shop routers/work orders and inspection sequences as directed
Document receiving, in‑process, and final inspections accurately and maintain QC files and electronic logs
Report potential quality issues, nonconformances, or irregularities to the QC Supervisor or Leadman
Perform basic equipment checks and support simple calibration tasks under supervision
Maintain work areas, tools, and equipment in a clean and organized condition
Communicate inspection results to Mill Operators, Welders, Supervisors, and QC team members
Support Engineering, Service Operations, or R&D teams by preparing samples or images as requested
Assist and support 3rd‑party inspectors as needed
Follow all company safety policies, QMS procedures, and participate in safety meetings/trainings
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma or equivalent
Basic understanding of dimensional inspection and manufacturing processes
Familiarity with measuring/testing tools (micrometers, calipers, indicators, gauges)
Ability to learn and follow written procedures, QMS requirements, and technical work instructions
Basic math skills, including fractions, decimals, and unit conversions
Ability to legibly complete required documentation, logs, and electronic forms
Understanding of safe work practices and ability to follow safety guidelines
Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn QC and NDT processes
1+ year of manufacturing, inspection, mechanical, or related experience preferred
Ability to perform moderate physical labor, lift up to 50 lbs, and work in varying environmental conditions
Preferred
Exposure to QC, NDT, or mechanical testing is a plus, but not required — training provided
Company
Forum Energy Technologies
Forum Energy Technologies is a global provider of manufactured technologies.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$100M2024-10-14Post Ipo Debt· $100M
2012-04-17IPO
2005-01-01Private Equity
Leadership Team
Lyle Williams
Chief Financial Officer and EVP
Neal Lux
COO & Executive Vice President
Recent News
2025-12-09
2025-10-31
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