Quality Inspector

Reporting to the Manufacturing Manager, the Inspector is responsible for inspecting raw materials, in-process components, and finished products to ensure they meet specified standards and meet customer requirements. This role uses a variety of inspection tools and techniques to identify defects and document results, supporting continuous quality improvement in the manufacturing process.

Schedule:

7:00am-3:30pm

Technical Job

• Assist with performing inspections, validations, and/or verifications of assigned items to ensure compliance and documentation of nonconforming material
• Perform inspections of simple GD&T hardware using a variety of common inspection tools which may include various micrometers, bore gages, depth gauges, dial indicators, drop indicators, height gauges, etc.
• Use basic GD&T concepts such as Straightness, Flatness, Circularity, Cylindricity, Perpendicularity, and Parallelism as needed
• May be asked to perform higher level inspections while under supervision
• May trim, sand, and drill parts, using shop equipment
• Perform daily/weekly operator maintenance on equipment/tools as needed
• Accurately execute Company Process Control (PC) instructions and provide feedback when revisions are needed
• Document actions by completing production and quality logs as needed
• Accomplish organization goals by actively exploring opportunities to improve Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost. (SQDC)
• Train others by openly sharing information, knowledge, and expertise with the team
• Complete job assignments as directed by Quality or Manufacturing Manager
• Attend meetings, trainings, and participate in audits as directed

• Maintain safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations

• Comply with all company rules including company safety policy and all federal, state, local, and other safety regulations and practices
• Use personal protective equipment and devices provided for machinery, equipment, tools and processes, when defined in PCS, Company Safety Policy, Job Safety Analysis or Management direction
• Report all unsafe conditions, accidents and injuries immediately to management

• Actively participate in 6S and lean activities as outlined by the Company
• Maintain equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements, following Company instructions
• Maintain continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs
• Store and maintain tools, equipment and gauges as defined by company standards
• Keep work area clean and organized to company standards/expectations
• Daily cleaning and sweeping of work area, tools and equipment
• Empty trash and waste as needed
• Personal items removed from workstations

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) is required
• Minimum 1-year related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Forklift experience is preferred
• Reliable transportation
• Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills
• Ability to effectively manage time, multi-task, and pay close attention to details
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Capable of following directions
• Take responsibility for achieving production efficiency, quality of product and reports discrepant material immediately
• Demonstrate customer focus by seeking out, understanding, and responding to the needs of both internal and external customers
• Maintain a positive attitude and communicate openly and honestly with others
• Solve problems proactively and contributes to continuously improving the process/product
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and stand for extended periods
• Comfortable working in environments with noise, heat, or dust
• Regularly required to move, sit, and bend for various hours throughout the day