Quality Control

SCOUT BOATS INC•Summerville, SC

20h•Onsite

About The Position

The Quality Control Associate inspects boats, components, and manufacturing processes throughout production to ensure products meet company quality standards, specifications, and customer expectations. The role works closely with production personnel, supervisors, and management to identify and document quality issues and help ensure boats meet the required standards before progressing to the next production stage or final delivery. The position performs visual and physical inspections of boat components and finished products, verifies installation, fit, finish, and functionality, completes inspection documentation, and conducts re-inspections after issues are corrected. It also supports identification of recurring quality problems and opportunities to improve production processes.

Requirements

Strong attention to detail and ability to identify quality issues.
Ability to read and follow work instructions, specifications, and inspection checklists.
Good communication and problem-solving skills.
Basic computer skills for completing inspection reports and documentation.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the workday.
Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, reach, and climb as needed to inspect boats.
Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to fiberglass, dust, noise, and varying temperatures.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds as needed.
Ability to safely access and inspect various areas of boats, including compartments and interior spaces.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent.
Previous experience in quality control, manufacturing, or boat building.
Knowledge of boat construction, materials, and manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

Inspect boats, components, and finished products at various stages of manufacturing.
Perform visual and physical inspections to identify defects, inconsistencies, damage, and workmanship issues.
Verify that materials, installations, and finished products meet established quality standards and specifications.
Identify, document, and communicate quality concerns to supervisors and production personnel.
Inspect fiberglass, gelcoat, upholstery, electrical systems, plumbing, hardware, and other assigned boat components.
Verify proper installation, fit, finish, and functionality of components.
Accurately complete quality control checklists, inspection reports, and other required documentation.
Work with production teams to identify root causes of recurring quality issues and recommend corrective actions.
Re-inspect products to verify identified issues have been properly corrected.
Monitor production processes and report opportunities for improvement.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
Follow company safety policies, procedures, and quality control guidelines.
Perform other duties as assigned by management.