Quality Assurance Technician Inspector

Weber Knapp Company•Jamestown, NY

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Inspector provides quality control and assurance throughout all phases of the production process, from raw materials through the final product. The role performs incoming, set-up, in-process, and final assembly inspections at both Weber Knapp facilities. The Inspector evaluates materials and products against established quality specifications, records inspection results, helps investigate quality issues, and communicates findings with production and engineering personnel.

Requirements

Thorough understanding of the product and/or process being inspected.
Thorough attention to detail.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to read blueprints.
Ability to read and interpret measurement devices, including calipers, micrometers, and height gauges.
Familiarity with basic manufacturing processes such as metal stamping, metal forming, welding, and machining.
Windows PC experience.
Experience with Microsoft Excel and Word.
Ability to perform shop math.
Ability to prioritize and work independently.
Willingness to learn new skills.
High school diploma, technical school education, or equivalent.
1–2 years of experience in a manufacturing setting.
Ability to lift 50 lbs and traverse the production facility.

Nice To Haves

Mathematics emphasis in education.
Understanding of statistical principles for process control.
Familiarity with 2D/3D CAD software such as AutoCAD and SolidWorks.
Experience with PC-DMIS and programming coordinate measuring machines.
Completion of a related vocational certificate or associate program.
Quality Control Engineer background or degree, such as a Bachelor of Quality Engineering.

Responsibilities

Perform routine visual inspections and specified tests on raw materials, goods in process, and finished products.
Test, inspect, and approve raw materials and purchased components against established quality specifications.
Use observation and testing to identify faults in materials and manufacturing processes.
Use statistical methods to test product samples and evaluate the quality of product batches before delivery.
Consult with the supervisor to determine recommendations and remedies for questionable products.
Maintain quality records, including data in the Non-Conforming Material database.
Interpret blueprint dimensional and functional requirements.
Perform set-up approval and in-process or roaming inspections for jobs in all departments.
Assist with calibration of measuring equipment.
Assist manufacturing engineering and/or product design in troubleshooting set-up and in-process quality issues.
Communicate and coordinate with shift supervisors, department forepersons, inspection personnel, the QC Manager, Manufacturing Engineering, and Product Design regarding critical dimensions, non-conforming material, and dimensional troubleshooting.
Set up and operate a coordinate measuring machine and interpret dimensional results.
Perform regular color inspections using a color photo spectrometer and conduct related powder-coat inspections.
Perform other functions related to quality assurance and inspection, and other duties as assigned.