Quality Control Inspector

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The Quality Control Inspector inspects the quality of grating for all specified jobs. Knowledge of job travelers that list quantity, grating type, material type, finish, and any special quality notes is required. Additional expertise in galvanizing quality, the on‑grip process, NAAMM standards, and quality control procedures is essential.

• Work with all levels of the organization including the Business Unit Manager, Supervisors, and Associates to create a smooth, defect‑free process.
• Sample production from every station to significantly reduce or eliminate escapes from your assigned Business Unit.
• Approve and/or perform first‑article inspections on a job requiring this level of oversight.
• Assure all associates are trained or certified (if required) to perform the tasks they are asked to perform.
• Assist in the training, development, and/or creation of proper training materials as required.
• Perform any required QCHECKs in the Business Unit.
• The measurement of effectiveness will be a reduction of IRRs in the Inspector’s assigned Business Unit and no escapes from the Inspector’s assigned Business Unit to other areas.
• Inspect output samples using industry‑appropriate methods, such as comparing to standards, measuring dimensions, and examining functionality.
• Use gauges such as tape measure, calipers, and micrometers to measure products and assure quality is built into the product.
• Review blueprints and specifications to compare to produced goods.
• Check that the production line adheres to standards and procedures and complies with the Customer standards. Ask the question: "Is there an SOP for this process?"
• Record inspection results by noting job numbers of inspected parts, summarizing issues and actions taken to keep production running with no significant pauses in the process.
• Use iAuditor to record the jobs inspected.
• Significant reworks, re‑makes, and wastes will be input to the IRR System as needed.
• Help train the production team on quality control measures to improve product excellence.
• Assist Associates in Transaction Control (Epicor).
• Help Associates attain defect‑free entries.
• Monitor transactions to verify that the Associates are performing the task as required.
• Propose improvements to the production process.
• Assist in the development of test methods and inspection plans.
• Help determine the causes of product defects and reworks.
• During product inspections, verify all equipment is calibrated correctly.
• Monitor the scrap hoppers three times during your shift and advise of any abnormalities.
• When needed, assist in the Sales Order Deviation Process.
• Always review issues immediately with the Business Unit Manager, Supervisors, and Quality Manager.
• Read travelers to ensure quantity, grating type, material type, finish, and any special quality notes are accurate.
• Reject any product that is not within specifications.
• Work with Production to repair the product if possible.
• Document non‑conformance and report or return to the business unit or origin.
• Implement NAAMM standards.
• Support correction as needed.
• Have knowledge of the IRR process.
• Evaluate internal processes and suggest ideas for improvement.
• Update the IRR process documents as changes occur.
• Review sales order packets using the five‑point checklist application.
• Back up Quality Assurance as needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requires a high school diploma or equivalent. One or more years of experience working in a manufacturing facility. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and ERP systems. Excellent reasoning skills, detail‑oriented, accurate, and capable of completing assignments on time with little supervision. Should be a self‑starter and possess knowledge of galvanizing quality, the on‑grip process, and NAAMM standards. Preferred: experience with internal processes and procedures.

Ohio Gratings, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and affords equal opportunity to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic or status protected under local, state, or federal laws.