Receiving Inspection Technician - 2nd shift

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The Receiving Quality Inspector is responsible for ensuring that all incoming materials, components, and products meet the company’s quality standards and specifications. This role is a critical first line of defense in the quality control process, preventing defective or non-conforming materials from entering the production stream. The inspector will use a variety of tools and techniques to perform visual, dimensional, and functional inspections, document findings, and communicate with suppliers and internal departments regarding non-conforming material.

• Inspection and Testing:
  Perform thorough visual and dimensional inspections of all incoming raw materials, components, and finished goods according to established specifications, blueprints, and quality plans. Use precision measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, height gauges, hardness tester, measuring tables, optical comparators, 3D scanning, and CMMs to verify dimensions. Conduct functional tests as required to ensure components operate as intended. Verify all accompanying documentation, including certificates of conformity (CoCs), material test reports, and packing slips, for accuracy and completeness.
• Documentation and Reporting:
  Record inspection results accurately and meticulously in the company’s ERP system, quality management software, or inspection logs. Create detailed reports for non-conforming materials (NCRs), including photographic evidence, and initiate the non-conforming material review process. Maintain an organized system for all inspection records and documentation.
• Communication and
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Communicate with the purchasing, production, and engineering departments regarding the status of incoming materials. Work closely with suppliers to address quality issues, provide feedback on non-conformances, and request corrective actions (SCARs – Supplier Corrective Action Requests). Collaborate with the Quality Assurance team to develop or refine inspection procedures and standards.
• Continuous Improvement:
  Assist in the investigation and root cause analysis of quality issues identified during receiving inspection. Contribute to the development and improvement of receiving inspection processes and checklists. Identify opportunities to streamline the inspection process without compromising quality.
• Safety and Compliance:
  Adhere to all company safety policies and procedures. Ensure compliance with all relevant industry standards (e.g., ISO 9001) and company quality protocols.

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required. An Associate’s degree in a technical field or a relevant certification is a plus.
• Experience: 1–3 years of experience in a quality inspection or manufacturing environment, with a strong preference for receiving inspection experience. Proven experience using a wide range of precision measurement tools. Experience reading and interpreting technical drawings, blueprints, and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
• Skills: Excellent attention to detail and a methodical approach to work. Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Good manual dexterity and visual acuity.
• Ability to work in a warehouse or manufacturing environment with varying temperatures and noise levels.

• Medical, dental, and vision plans along with flexible spending accounts, short-term and long-term disability benefits, critical illness, accident insurance, and life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan and an employee stock purchase plan with company match.
• Other supplemental benefits may include tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, backup care services, paid time off including volunteer time, a well‑being program, and/or legal & identity theft protection.

At nVent, we are committed to equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by national, federal, state or local law.