Quality Inspector; 3rd Shift

The Quality Inspector is a critical thinker with exceptional attention to detail who is committed to ensuring all incoming and outgoing products meet or exceed Legacy's established quality standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform quality control inspections, checks, and tests throughout all phases of the manufacturing process; inspect materials, parts, and products at different stages of production per control plans and work instructions
• Complete first article inspection (FAI) on machines, plastic, metal, assembled parts, and other components
• Inspect and approve incoming materials by confirming specifications, conducting visual and measurement tests, and rejecting and returning unacceptable materials; document results on an inspection report
• Perform visual and dimensional inspection on manufactured parts, assemblies, and subassemblies; document findings and submit reports
• Inspect in-process production by confirming specifications, conducting visual and measurement tests, and communicating required adjustments to the production supervisor
• Approve finished products by confirming specifications, conducting visual and measurement tests, returning products for rework, and confirming rework
• Document inspection results and nonconformances accurately and in a timely manner by completing reports and logs, summarize rework and waste, and input data into the quality database
• Keep measurement equipment operating by following operating instructions and calibration requirements and calling for repairs
• Record observations and make recommendations for improving processes
• Assist with root cause analysis and corrective actions for quality issues
• Support internal audits and customer or certification audits as needed
• Maintain a safe and healthy work environment by following policies, standards, and procedures, and complying with all legal regulations

Required Qualifications
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Basic math skills and experience with measuring tools such as tape measures, calipers, micrometers, height gages, weight scales, optical comparators, and material test equipment (e.g., tensile testers)
• Proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, etc.)
• Strong communication skills, with the confidence to direct operators and supervisors to stop or adjust a process when quality is at risk

Preferred Qualifications
• Technical or associate degree
• 1-2 years of quality experience in a manufacturing environment
• General knowledge of manufacturing processes
• Knowledge of quality control standards and testing methodologies
• Knowledge of control of nonconforming products
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and specifications
• Experience in an ISO 9001 or similar quality system environment
• ASQ Certified Quality Inspector (CQI)

Physical Requirements
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• Ability to lift, push, pull and move up to 50 lbs
• Ability to work in both warm and cool environments
• Ability to use one or two hands to grasp and move product
• Ability to react quickly using hands, fingers, or feet
• Ability to make fast, repeated movements of fingers, hands, and wrists
• Ability to move arms and legs quickly
• Ability to use stomach and lower back muscles to support the body for long periods without getting tired
• Ability to be physically active for long periods without getting tired or out of breath

Work Environment
• Required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety glasses, hearing protection, and steel-toe footwear
• Must be able to work the assigned shift, including overtime and some weekends as needed

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