Production Line Inspector

United Felts•Martinsville, VA

76d•$18 - $18

About The Position

The Quality Inspector performs in-process and final inspections to ensure products meet specifications and quality standards. The role supports defect detection, product containment, and feedback to production teams in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The position is full-time and non-exempt. Work is typically Monday through Friday, but may include shift work, weekends, evenings, or holidays; flexibility is required as job duties demand. The inspector checks liners for adherence to quality standards, verifies printed information and weld quality, repairs and reports liner faults or defects, and ensures rewelds are welded and taped. The role also involves cutting samples for laboratory review and testing, completing paperwork and labeling liners, and helping co-workers with machine setups, wrapping, and strapping when needed. The employee must remain in the assigned work area, monitor supplies, follow safety policies, and maintain cleanliness in accordance with 5S standards. Other related duties may be assigned as needed. The work takes place in a manufacturing environment and involves extended periods of standing and walking, lifting up to 35 pounds, and exposure to moderate noise and standard factory conditions.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Ability to read and understand work instructions, drawings, and specifications.
Good hand-eye coordination and ability to work independently.
Reliable, punctual, and safety conscious.
Ability to stand, walk, and lift up to 35 pounds for extended periods.

Nice To Haves

1–2 years of experience in quality or manufacturing inspection.
Familiarity with basic measurement tools, such as a tape measure.

Responsibilities

Document inspection results accurately and in real time.
Identify, isolate, and tag nonconforming products for review or rework.
Communicate inspection results to Quality, line leaders, operators, and supervisors.
Perform end-of-line inspections and check customer-specific requirements.
Assist with verification of rework and nonconforming materials.
Follow escalation protocols for major or recurring quality issues.
Read construction sheets and customer requirement sheets to meet customer requirements.
Assist co-workers with machine setups as required.
Assist co-workers with wrapping and strapping material when needed.
Report quality problems immediately to the Supervisor and QPA (Quality Process Auditor).
Inspect liners for adherence to quality standards.
Repair and report faults or defects in liners.
Cut samples for laboratory review and testing.
Complete relevant paperwork and label liners.
Ensure printed information on liners is correct.
Check the quality of welds on the first five feet of the liner as required.
Ensure all rewelds are welded and taped.
Stay in the assigned working area.
Review supplies continually and report shortages to the line Supervisor.
Follow company safety policies and procedures at all times.
Maintain a clean work environment by performing cleaning duties when required and following 5S standards.
Perform other related duties incidental to the work described and other duties as needed.