Lead Quality Inspector

Nesco Resource • Ballston Spa, NY

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About The Position

We are seeking a detail-oriented Lead Quality Inspector to join a manufacturing team. The role inspects electrical and mechanical assemblies, ensures compliance with quality standards, and resolves production quality issues in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. It also provides technical guidance to inspectors and production personnel and collaborates with Production, Engineering, and Quality teams to support product quality and compliance.

Requirements

• Experience in quality inspection within a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical drawings.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 and IPC standards, including IPC-A-610, IPC/WHMA-A-620, and J-STD-001, or willingness to learn.
• Experience using measurement tools and maintaining quality documentation.
• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced production environment.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and perform hands-on inspections.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to perform visual inspections and work in a manufacturing environment with varying temperatures and noise levels.

Nice To Haves

• Rail industry or electrical equipment manufacturing experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform in-process, final, and pre-shipment inspections of electrical and mechanical assemblies.
• Interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications, and quality standards.
• Conduct production line checks and maintain accurate inspection, testing, and traceability records.
• Provide technical guidance to inspectors and production personnel.
• Identify and resolve routine quality issues on the production floor.
• Manage nonconforming materials and coordinate appropriate corrective actions.
• Maintain inspection equipment and calibration records.
• Collaborate with Production, Engineering, and Quality teams to ensure product quality and compliance.
• Follow safety procedures and stop production when quality or safety concerns arise.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed