Quality Assurance Inspector I

STULZ•Dayton, TN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The QA Inspector is responsible for performing in-process and final inspections on manufactured assembled parts. Receiving inspections on vendor parts as well as conducting First Article Inspections is a core responsibility for this role. The QA Inspector proactively supports all aspects of STULZ to improve Safety, Quality, and Productivity.

Requirements

Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions, decimals and metric equivalents.
Ability to read tape measure, calipers, etc.
Ability to apply sound judgment to carry out instructions furnished in written and oral form.
Good Interpersonal Communication Skills.
Effective Listening Skills.
Decision Making Skills.
Verbal Communication Skills.
Clear and consistent handwriting skills.
Competent knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook.
Proficient with Excel, Word program.
Able to access, navigate, enter and extract information from SAP, STULZ intranet, SharePoint.
Must be at an expert level performance at the previous QA Inspector level.
High School Diploma, GED or equivalent.
Minimum of seven (7) years related manufacturing experience.
Seven (7) years in the Quality Assurance/Quality Control field in an ISO based manufacturing environment.
Ability to read and understand English instructions.

Responsibilities

Performs in-process and final inspections on manufactured assembled parts.
Conducts receiving inspections on vendor parts.
Performs First Article Inspections.
Navigates and utilizes SAP to perform essential duties.
Reads and interprets product drawings to perform inspections.
Approves incoming materials by confirming specifications; conducting visual and measurement inspections.
Approves in-process production by confirming specifications; conducting visual and measurement inspections.
Approves finished products by confirming specifications; conducting visual and measurement inspections.
Documents inspection results by completing defect reports.
Reviews, interprets design specifications, criteria, and requirements from production drawings (component, piping, wire schematic, assembly) to accurately validate variance data.
Reviews and verifies Bill of Material (BOM)/Order Confirmation, job folders, and SAP entries match STULZ documentation.
Verifies installed components meet customer expectations.
Controls and maintains personal inspection equipment to ensure proper use and calibration.
Maintains a safe and healthy work environment by following standards and procedures; complying with applicable statutory and regulatory requirements.
Verifies Change Requests ECN-engineering change notification and related documentation affecting standards and specifications, and verifies application to identified products.
Initiates/submits Change Requests/Temporary Deviation Requests to Manufacturing Engineering.
Completes and organizes quality assurance records and other documentation.
Assists in the development and modification of QA Travelers.
Communicates required adjustments with appropriate departments to resolve documentation, hardware, and assembly nonconformance issues.
Participates in 5S and continual improvement efforts.
Mentors new employees, Quality Assurance Inspector I, II.
Demonstrates safe behaviors and promotes a safe working environment.
Accomplishes quality and organization objectives by completing related duties/tasks.
Maintains a clear understanding of all production sub-assembly areas, receiving inspections, and in sheet metal.