QA Inspector

Under minimal supervision, inspect product based on the organization's quality assurance procedures and policies. Ensure compliance with customer's requirements.

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, engineering change notices, material test reports, written and verbal instruction to inspect parts, subassemblies and assemblies against customer specifications.
• Use measuring tools including calipers, micrometers, thread gauges, dial indicators, FARO ARM, etc., for inspection, testing, and evaluation of parts.
• Perform first article, in-process, final and receiving inspection for compliance to drawings/specifications and other customer requirements.
• Document data obtained during all QA activities, consistent with policies and procedures. File measurement/test results according to established procedures.
• Knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance (GD&T).
• Document and report any work or process not conforming to specified requirements using the non-conformance reporting system and initiate corrective actions when required.
• Investigate and determine root cause of recurring part, process, workmanship and/or supplier issues.
• Implement methods and procedures for disposition of discrepant material.
• Understand ISO 9001 for documentation of procedures, work instructions & forms.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing Principals and 5S program.
• Guide and provide training to coworkers in measuring, testing parts and tabulating data concerning materials and products.
• Assist QA Manager in developing work instructions, procedures, updating inspection reports, GR&R, job processing, document control and review/inspect/analyze RMAs.
• Conduct calibration on all inspection tools and gauges.
• Perform minor rework of parts.
• Coordinate with warehouse for timely delivery of parts to Inspection Area.
• Ability to work in a team environment.

• To perform this job satisfactorily, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty.
• Knowledge of manufacturing and foundry processes.
• Ability to manage multiple projects with minimal direction.
• Communicate honestly, professionally and respectfully with others and demonstrate effective listening skills.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Strong ambitious motivated team player, leadership, interpersonal, time management skills. Strong attention to detail and concern of importance.
• Ability to read blue prints, has working knowledge of GD&T, use calipers, micrometers, height-gage, FARO ARM and other inspection tooling.
• Excellent mechanical and conceptual skills with knowledge base of the manufacturing industry.
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office Outlook, Excel, etc.