Quality Control Inspector

Mission Critical Group•Belle Chasse, LA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Quality Control Inspector ensures custom-manufactured products meet client specifications and company quality standards. The role inspects structural steel, electrical assemblies, and fabricated components throughout production, from incoming materials through final release, for power distribution buildings serving oil and gas, marine, and energy clients. This is a hands-on shop-floor position working directly with welders, fabricators, and assembly technicians to identify issues early, coordinate with engineering on quality concerns, and serve as the quality gatekeeper before products ship to customers. The schedule is Monday through Friday, with occasional Saturdays. The position is based on the production floor and is FLSA non-exempt and paid hourly. Overtime may be required based on production demands, including extended shifts, weekends, or holidays. The position requires standing for extended periods, working around machinery, moving around the manufacturing plant, and following safety and compliance standards.

Requirements

At least 1 year of experience performing quality control of structural and electrical assemblies in an electrical-type equipment manufacturing environment, such as switchboard, motor control center, or controller manufacturing.
High school diploma or GED.
Ability to travel between all three facilities in Belle Chasse, Louisiana, and Bay St. Louis, Mississippi.
Knowledge of customer and personal service principles and processes, including assessing customer needs, meeting quality standards, and evaluating customer satisfaction.
Knowledge of company products and equipment, and ability to use tools such as wrenches, screwdrivers, ratchets/sockets, tape measures, and torque wrenches.
Knowledge of product-related technical processes and production processes, raw materials, quality control, costs, and methods for effective manufacturing and distribution.
Ability to recognize unsafe work habits and understanding of OSHA regulations.
Intermediate verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to read and interpret technical and business materials, write reports and procedures, and present information effectively.
Intermediate math skills, including calculating figures, discounts, proportions, and area.
Knowledge of computer hardware and software, including Microsoft Office Business Suite.
Ability to conduct tests and inspections to evaluate product, service, or process quality or performance.
Ability to stand for extended periods and move around the manufacturing plant, including walking and climbing stairs.
Occasional use of hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls.
Ability to lift and carry items up to 50 pounds while following OSHA standards.
Ability to see and hear well enough to navigate the plant safely and communicate effectively.
Adherence to personal protective equipment and safety protocols.

Nice To Haves

At least 1 year of experience applying ISO 9001 Quality Management System requirements is preferred.
ASQ certification in lean manufacturing or Six Sigma is preferred.
ISO Internal Auditor certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

Inspect, test, or measure materials, products, installations, or work for conformance to client specifications.
Measure product dimensions using instruments such as rulers, calipers, gauges, or micrometers to verify conformance to specifications.
Read blueprints, data, manuals, and other materials to determine specifications, inspection and testing procedures, adjustment methods, certification processes, formulas, or measuring instruments required.
Conduct as-built quality reviews to ensure products meet or exceed client expectations for quality, uniformity, and reliability at final inspection.
Facilitate timely and effective resolution of product quality issues by serving as a liaison between Engineering, Manufacturing Managers, and/or Production Foremen.
Coordinate UL labeling of products and assist during UL inspections and other third-party inspections.
Work with the Manufacturing Manager to develop understanding of company policies and procedures and ISO 9001 standards.
Assist the Manufacturing Manager in handling complaints in a timely and effective manner.
Assist in developing and maintaining policies that enhance process compliance and ensure product quality.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Travel between the three facilities in Belle Chasse, Louisiana, and Bay St. Louis, Mississippi, as needed.
Follow safety protocols, identify potential hazards, and correct or report unsafe conditions.
Contribute at least one process-improvement idea per quarter and meet attendance, punctuality, teamwork, communication, and safety expectations.