Quality Receiving Inspector

Quality Receiving Inspector

Position Type:                         Full-time, Non-Exempt, Hourly

Reports to:                              Supplier Quality Specialist 

Supervisory Responsibility:    None

Location:                                 Fort Worth, TX 

Company Summary

Stellar Energy is a trusted provider of turnkey liquid-to-chip cooling solutions for the world’s leading data center and industrial manufacturing customers. As computing demand and industrial processes continue to grow, modern facilities require cooling infrastructure that can scale quickly, efficiently, and reliably.

Our modular approach enables high-volume production while maintaining the flexibility to customize each solution. From Central Utility Plants to Coolant Distribution Units, Stellar Energy delivers scalable cooling infrastructure designed to support the rapid expansion of data centers and mission-critical industrial operations.

Backed by deep engineering expertise and large-scale manufacturing capability, Stellar Energy helps customers deploy critical infrastructure faster and with confidence.

Summary Objective

The Quality Receiving Inspector is responsible for supporting production in design, construction, manufacturing, assembly and servicing a range of energy systems including, but not limited to, turbine inlet air chilling, central utility plants, district cooling and combined heat and power solutions. Ensuring that Company activities comply with the Quality Manual, the ISO 9001:2015 standard, the specific requirements of our clients and applicable statutory and regulatory requirements.

Essential Functions

• Inspect items and ship loose materials ready to ship site for damage, provide detailed documentation and photos, communicate findings with site team, quality control manager and project management team.
• Verify all fabrication, assembly, welding to approved client requirements, and applicable code and acceptance criteria.
• Mechanical/Flanged/Victaulic Joints:
  • proper gasket and hardware for application.
  • uniform fit up/alignment.
  • Confirm cross hatch pattern tightening with multiple pass technique for uniform torquing.
  • Verify use of Loctite or lubricant on all bolts (If Required) 
  • Torque Viz (Color) applied to each bolt.

• Performs inspections/tests required by Inspection and Testing Plan, Quality Procedures, Project Execution Plans, Work Instructions, and inspections/tests outlined by the Quality Plan. Results will be documented on the proper forms and their current revisions, then filed in accordance with Stellar Energy’s documentation and record storage procedures. 
• Verify Documents/Inspections, records maintained shall as a minimum include the following:
• drawings/P&IDs
• checklists/quality 
• coating inspection
• receiving inspection
• product identification
• inspection date
• inspector identification
• equipment installation
• torque inspection log
• procedure and revision
• type of observation (inspection)
• nonconforming report
• results or acceptability
• pressure test plan/testing
• measuring and test equipment identification
• approval, including signature /initials and date, of personnel. 
• reference to nonconformance actions taken, if applicable
• Initiates nonconformance reports. Shall ensure all nonconforming material is quarantined or segregated and either reworked, repaired, accepted “as is”, or scrapped based on Nonconformance Report dispositions. 
• Comply with SEA traceability procedure, this could include serial numbers, or identification of POs for critical materials and components used, inspection and testing results. 
• Quality is responsible for checking the final product to ensure all dimensions are within tolerances specified and document results for record. 
• Responsibilities may require sedentary work, including but not limited to computer operation, video review, classroom or online training, job observations/inspections, and peer work review.

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

Competencies

• Organizational Skills. 
• Teamwork Orientation.
• Problem Solving/Analysis.
• Communication Proficiency.
• Basic computer skills (i.e., email, Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook).

Supervisory Responsibility
 This position will not have direct supervisory responsibilities.

Work Location

This position will work out of our facilities in Fort Worth, TX. This position is not approved for telecommuting or working remotely.

Work Environment
 This position operates out of a manufacturing facility. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is sometimes exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions at construction job sites. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud.

Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit. The employee frequently is required to walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand. The employee must frequently lift or move objects up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift or move objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
 This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. This position may require occasional weekend work.

Travel
 No travel is anticipated. 

Required Education and Experience.

• General knowledge and theory in all NDE methods in accordance with related standards and/or codes. 
• At least 2 years of work experience in quality inspection, should be combined with a demonstrated track-record of accomplishments. 
• Experience in industrial production manufacturing. 
• High School diploma or equivalent. 

Preferred Education and Experience

• Manufacturing / construction experience with general mechanical equipment including pumps, chillers, heat exchangers, etc.

Work Authorization
 Must be authorized to work in the USA.

Benefits SummaryWe offer a competitive benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and work-life balance:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (multiple plan options; preventive care covered at 100% in-network)
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contributions 
• 401(k) with company match (100% match up to 3% + 50% match up to 6%)
• Company-paid life insurance and AD&D coverage
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage options
• Supplemental benefits including accident, critical illness, and hospital coverage
• Wellness programs, including incentives up to $300 annually and a no-cost weight management program
• Virtual healthcare options, including $0 virtual visits in many cases
• Additional voluntary benefits including legal services and pet insurance
• Competitive PTO plan for exempt and non-exempt employees

Stellar Energy Americas Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Stellar Energy Americas Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.