Quality Control Inspector

Join the FM Expressions Team as a Seasonal Quality Control Inspector!

Location: 401 Taylor Avenue, Gordonsville, VA 22942
Job Type: Full-Time |
Seasonal
Pay Rate: $18.00/hour
Schedule: Monday - Friday 7:00AM - 3:30PM

Are you detail-oriented, quality-focused, and enjoy hands‑on work? FM Expressions is looking for a Seasonal Quality Control Inspector to join our production team!

In this role, you'll help ensure that our finished and in-process products meet FM Expressions' quality standards, customer specifications, and production requirements
. You'll inspect products, identify defects, document quality concerns, and work closely with our production team to help prevent quality issues and ensure customers receive accurate, high-quality products.

This is a full-time seasonal opportunity designed to support our production needs during a busy period. Candidates should be comfortable with the temporary nature of the position and the possibility of working overtime as needed based on production demands.

• Inspect finished and in-process products for quality, accuracy, and appearance.
• Compare products against job specifications, samples, work orders, and customer requirements.
• Identify defective, damaged, incorrect, or non-conforming products.
• Separate and properly identify defective products to prevent them from continuing through production.
• Document quality issues and communicate findings to the appropriate production team members.
• Assist in identifying the causes of recurring quality issues.
• Work with production teams to correct quality problems and reduce waste and rework.
• Assist with corrective actions and follow-up inspections.
• Maintain accurate quality inspection records and documentation.
• Assist with cutting, packing, pallet building, and other production activities as needed.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area using FM Expressions'
  6S standards
  .
• Follow all company safety procedures and required PPE requirements.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, leads, and production employees.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to identify differences, defects, and quality concerns.
• Basic computer skills and ability to enter or locate job information.
• Strong hand-eye coordination and ability to perform repetitive tasks.
• Ability to work independently while also working effectively with a production team.
• Good communication and problem-solving skills.
• Previous quality control, manufacturing, garment decorating, or production experience is preferred, but we are willing to train the right candidate.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment.
• Flexibility to work overtime or adjust schedules based on production needs.

• Stand for extended periods of time.
• Lift, move, load, and place merchandise and supplies weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Bend, twist, reach overhead and below the knees, and perform repetitive movements.
• Grasp, turn, and manipulate products of different sizes and weights.
• Use fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination.
• Visually inspect products, equipment, and information, including small print.
• Work around production equipment and machinery.

At FM Expressions, we believe our employees are our greatest asset. As a member of our team, you'll have the opportunity to:

• Earn competitive pay
• Gain valuable manufacturing and quality control experience
• Receive on-the-job training
• Work in a team-oriented environment
• Develop skills that can support future career opportunities
• Participate in a fast-paced production environment
• Access benefits for eligible employees