Inspector I - Nights 12 Hours

Printpack • Newport News, VA

12d

About The Position

The Inspector I maintains product quality and customer satisfaction through thorough visual inspection of products. The role examines and evaluates products to ensure they meet established quality standards and customer specifications, and conducts packaging operations while following safety protocols and workplace organization standards. As the primary quality checkpoint in the production process, the position requires attention to detail, strong visual acuity, consistent application of quality standards, reliability, and commitment to quality and productivity in a manufacturing environment.

The position pays $18.50 per hour, with an additional $2.50 per hour premium for hours worked between 7 p.m. and 7 a.m. The stated shift is 7 p.m. to 7 a.m.

Requirements

• Ability to understand technical instructions.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Excellent hand-eye coordination and ability to quickly identify and sort finished product.
• Basic computer use.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of quality inspection techniques.
• Ability to understand and follow Safety, Food Safety, and GMP requirements.
• Accuracy in inspection.
• Time management.
• Workspace organization.
• Ability to meet the physical requirements of the role, including lifting and moving up to 50 pounds, climbing ladders safely, and extended periods of standing, walking, twisting, reaching, and wrist rotation.
• Visual acuity for detailed inspection work.
• Strict compliance with personal hygiene standards.
• Ability to wear required PPE, including hearing protection, steel-toe shoes, and safety glasses.
• Ability to work flexible shifts; nights, weekends, and holidays may be required.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Prior manufacturing experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform thorough visual inspections of products according to customer specifications.
• Identify defects based on established quality standards.
• Monitor product consistency and conformity to requirements.
• Escalate quality defects to the Quality Lead as appropriate.
• Pack products according to specified procedures.
• Apply appropriate labels and packaging materials.
• Ensure proper product orientation and arrangement.
• Participate in safety improvement programs and projects, including BBSOs and 5S events.
• Maintain organization and cleanliness of the work area, including cleaning.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED