Inspector - Level 3

Swagelok•Eastlake, OH

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Inspector performs tasks to assure Swagelok product and process conformance. At Level 3, the associate can assist in developing new processes, recognize and solve most non-routine process problems, and make process improvements that reduce cost or improve quality and delivery. The role requires awareness of the overall business and may involve interacting with associates in other functional areas, as well as overseeing and assisting with department development. The Inspector must have the physical ability and technical, operational, and judgmental skills to fulfill the role. Work must be performed safely and efficiently, while supporting company philosophies, systems, and policies. The position is based in Willoughby and is identified as second shift. The work may require travel between manufacturing facilities as needed.

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 qualitative and/or quantitative 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 throughout the scheduled shift using Swagelok Visual Standards and Standard Work.
Ability to lift 25–35 pounds regularly and 35–50 pounds occasionally.
Manual dexterity to handle products and gages, and ability to move throughout the shop floor to gather samples and move parts.
Ability to stand, squat, kneel, bend, and twist as required.
Ability to work in enclosed or confined spaces, including a clean room, in some environments.
Accountability: take personal responsibility for delivering results.
Communications: send clear and convincing messages, listen well, and respond thoughtfully.
Teamwork: work with the inspection team to provide consistent support to manufacturing areas across facilities.
Flexibility to work between manufacturing facilities as needed.

Responsibilities

Read and interpret reports, part prints, quality specifications, and other quality-related documents.
Use various types of inspection equipment.
Analyze statistical process control techniques used in processes.
Perform physical inspection of products to assure conformance.
Understand process flow for internal operations.
Apply statistical sampling plans and operational procedures.
Verify and maintain inspection equipment.
Enter records and documentation in written and electronic form.
Provide unbiased disposition of products based on established quality requirements.
Initiate corrective action for issues that could detrimentally affect outgoing quality.
Prioritize work using appropriate methods.
Communicate observed quality trends and issues.
Provide basic training and orientation to other associates.
Assist in developing new processes and solve most non-routine process problems.
Make process improvements that reduce cost or improve quality and delivery.
Oversee and assist with department development as needed.
Support company philosophies, systems, and policies; demonstrate integrity, participate in continuous improvement initiatives, and act immediately when an unacceptable situation arises.
Perform assigned responsibilities safely and efficiently.