Quality Inspector

Productive Resources (  ) is seeking a candidate to be part of our engineering team at our customer's facility in Thibodaux, LA. As a member of our team, the selected candidate will fully integrate an individual into the engineering culture by performing specific quality engineering assignments that are limited in scope, depth and degree of skill required. Work plans and decisions are usually reviewed by others.

This is a full-time position that is indefinite in duration with the opportunity of professional growth, and additional opportunities within our organization.

• Performs component and system inspection tasks utilizing various inspection methods.
• Work includes inspecting quality of components, sub-assemblies, final assemblies/or production gages to specifications and prints, and reporting findings for determining corrective and preventive actions.
• Support departmental objectives and organizational quality initiatives.
• Perform in-process inspections by verifying product specifications through visual, dimensional, and functional evaluations.
• Communicate required corrections and adjustments to production personnel and leadership.
• Approve finished products by confirming compliance with engineering specifications, quality standards, and customer requirements through visual, functional, and measurement-based inspections.
• Identify nonconforming products, initiate rework requirements, and verify the effectiveness of completed corrective actions.
• Document inspection findings and quality results accurately within quality management systems and effectively communicate findings to cross‑functional teams.
• Inspect components and assemblies for weld quality, fit, finish, dimensional accuracy, and workmanship using standard and specialized inspection tools.
• Collect and analyze quality data to support process capability studies, root cause investigations, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of welding, fabrication, assembly, and manufacturing processes, as well as completed machine requirements.
• Conduct quality investigations to identify root causes of defects and collaborate with manufacturing, engineering, and quality teams to implement corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate quality records and enter inspection results, Qnotes, and related documentation within SAP, JDAAT, and other John Deere quality systems.
• Communicate effectively with production employees, engineers, supervisors, and cross‑functional teams to resolve quality concerns and drive improvements.
• Promote and maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment while adhering to all company safety policies and procedures.
• Support the Quality Department and organization by performing additional duties and special assignments as required.

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High School Diploma, National Career Readiness Certificate (NCRC), or GED or Min 3 years of manufacturing work experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to perform manual tasks related to described job duties for duration of work shift; including but not limited to frequent standing, walking, bending, lifting, and performing of repetitive actions.
• Ability to use an overhead crane.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, weld symbols, specifications, and quality standards.
• Experience with SAP, JDAAT, JDQC, or similar quality management systems is preferred.
• Ability and willingness to work any shift and potential overtime (including weekends).

As a condition of employment consideration, Productive Resources conducts pre‑employment screening, including a background check and drug test. In addition, an employment candidate is required to provide proof of identity and legal authority to work in the United States.

• Group Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance available
• Voluntary Critical Illness and Accident Insurance available
• Long‑Term Disability
• Short-term Disability
• Retirement Savings Account (Traditional 401k & Roth 401k)
• Flexible Spending Plans for Medical Expenses and Dependent Care
• Health Savings Account (HSA) Programs available
• Health Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Health Care Support Program complimentary health advocacy program provides 24/7 assistance.