Quality Inspector

Overview

The Individual is responsible for inspections and tests of product, process, and material for all product areas. Provide guidance and partner with production personnel (supervisors and operators) to contain an issue, determine root cause, and corrective actions. Follow up on customer complaints, including warranty returns that pertain to their shift and departments. Comply with Stryten Energy and IATF 16949 procedures and requirements.

• Weekly pay
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Medical coverage through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
• Dental coverage through Cigna
• Vision – free annual exams for enrolled employees
• Educational Assistance Program – get reimbursed for expenses related to college tuition, certifications, etc.
• Paid Time Off
• Insurance Plans – Life, AD&D, LTD, STD and other optional benefits may be available

• Perform quality audits and inspections per the Control Plan
• Contain issues using Hold Tags and communicate to the production teams and immediate supervision
• Monitor data collection in current SPC systems by the Control Plan
• Monitor operator and quality control plan compliance daily
• Provide day‑to‑day quality direction and support to manufacturing in the form of procedures and guidance
• Be available to work flexible shifts to ensure proper coverage is available
• Manage Hold Tag status and ensure product disposition meets Stryten Energy procedures
• Maintain quality workstations on the shop floor – validate gauges and data entry systems are in good working order
• Ensure department equipment used for in‑process testing is calibrated and conforms to standard requirements
• Participate in supplied part and internal part periodic sampling; work with supervisor to ensure parts are picked and labeled for traceability
• Audit operators for proper testing techniques
• Assist in problem‑solving initiatives and link actions and outcomes to Control Plans, PFMEA’s, plant inspection points, and Customer returns
• Communicate changes or replacements of work instructions
• Participate in corrective action resolution on internal KPI’s and external customer issues (assembly plant complaint and warranty initiatives)
• Follow established policies, procedures, practices, and regulations
• Assist with training of all new employees and refresher training when needed
• Other duties as assigned

• Understand basic math and statistics
• Demonstrate leadership skills
• Familiar with problem solving – root cause analysis, 5 why, etc.
• Must be quality and customer oriented
• Must work independently and in a team‑oriented environment on multiple projects
• Strong verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
• Basic computer skills – Windows programs (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

• Standing, sitting, walking, bending, twisting, and lifting
• Must lift heavy objects and assist in moving machinery or tooling to and from production floor safely
• Must work in high places, deep pits, and in any weather conditions to support projects
• Analytical skills for evaluating information carefully and solving complex problems

• Various hand and power tools, scales, calibration tools, and testing equipment
• Computers and various machine interface screens
• Maintenance management programs and iPad usage via the Leading to Lean software platform

Stryten Energy is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.