Inspector - Level 4

Swagelok•Solon, OH

About The Position

The Inspector – Level 4 performs tasks that assure Swagelok product and process conformance, with a focus on product containment. At this level, the associate solves complex process problems, makes significant improvements to existing processes, and develops new processes for unique or complex needs. The role routinely interacts with other functional areas inside and outside the company. The Inspector develops the technical, operational, and judgmental skills needed to perform the role. Responsibilities include documenting and entering records, making unbiased product dispositions based on established quality requirements, initiating corrective action when outgoing quality may be at risk, and communicating observed quality trends and issues. The position also supports inspection equipment and applies inspection methods, operational procedures, statistical process control, and sampling plans. The role requires the physical ability to perform essential job functions, including sustained visual inspection using published Swagelok Visual Standards and Standard Work. Work may take place on the shop floor and, in some environments, in enclosed or confined spaces such as a clean room. Swagelok describes a Total Rewards package focused on health and wellness, compensation, retirement planning, and supplemental rewards.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Basic understanding of manufacturing prints and product/process specifications.
Strong math skills.
Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions and meet applicable productivity standards.
Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance.
Ability to pass a vision acuity test, with or without reasonable accommodation, and sustain effective visual inspection during the scheduled shift.
Ability to regularly lift 25–35 pounds and occasionally lift 35–50 pounds.
Manual dexterity to handle products and gauges, and ability to move throughout the shop floor.
Ability to stand, squat, kneel, bend, and twist as required.
Willingness to work in enclosed or confined spaces, such as a clean room, in some environments.
Demonstrated accountability, clear and effective communication, customer focus, flexibility, reliability and integrity, and teamwork and collaboration.

Responsibilities

Perform tasks that assure Swagelok product and process conformance, focusing on product containment.
Enter records and documentation in written and electronic form.
Provide unbiased disposition of product based on established quality requirements.
Initiate corrective action for issues that could detrimentally affect outgoing quality.
Use discipline problem solving.
Write and provide input to help develop standard work instructions.
Participate effectively in Lean Events when given the opportunity.
Implement and perform basic analysis of statistical process control techniques used in processes.
Apply statistical sampling plans.
Develop inspection methods for new products.
Apply various operational procedures.
Provide support, verification, and maintenance of inspection equipment.
Convey information about observed quality trends and issues.
Perform sustained visual inspection using published Swagelok Visual Standards and Standard Work.
Handle products and gauges, gather samples, and move parts throughout the shop floor.