Quality Inspector 1
About The Position
The Quality Control Inspector is responsible for ensuring that products meet established quality standards through detailed inspections of in-process and finished goods. This role involves interpreting technical documentation, using precision measurement tools, identifying and documenting non-conformances, and updating ERP systems to manage suspect items. Inspectors perform first-piece and receiving inspections, monitor gauge calibration, and maintain accurate records to support traceability. They also uphold safety and compliance policies and assist with various quality-related tasks including sorting, testing, and cross-functional support.
Requirements
- Prior experience in quality inspection within a manufacturing or production environment.
- Associate degree preferred; equivalent technical training or relevant work experience may be considered.
- Proficient in computer use, including Microsoft Office applications and navigating web-based document control systems.
- Proficient in reading and understanding work instructions, test methods, control plans, and other quality-related documentation.
- Demonstrates solid basic math skills for measurement, calculation, and data verification tasks.
- Skilled in using standard inspection tools such as tape measures, calipers, micrometers, and other basic gauges.
- Comfortable working with computers, including entering and managing data in spreadsheets, databases, or quality systems.
- Capable of reading and interpreting engineering drawings and blueprints to support inspection and quality control processes.
Responsibilities
- Perform detailed inspections of in-process and finished goods to ensure adherence to work instructions and established quality standards.
- Identify, document, and address non-conformances through rework or rejection protocols.
- Detect and communicate discrepancies or errors in documentation, drawings, or specifications that could impact product quality, ensuring timely feedback and escalation to appropriate personnel.
- Apply visual indicators and update the ERP system to identify and isolate suspect or non-conforming items, preventing unintended use or shipment until resolution.
- Operate and interpret results from gauging tools such as calipers, micrometers, height gauges, force gages and micro ohm meters to verify product dimensions and tolerances with accuracy and consistency
- Read and understand engineering drawings, blueprints, control plans, and inspection procedures to guide quality assessment.
- Perform first-piece inspections on production runs to validate that initial outputs meet all required specifications before full-scale manufacturing proceeds.
- Support receiving inspection when required.
- Identification of damaged or out of calibration gages.
- Record inspection data on check sheets or in digital systems, ensuring all forms, reports, and logs are completed with precision and attention to detail to maintain traceability and compliance.
- Comply with all safety, environmental, and quality assurance policies and procedures to support a safe and compliant work environment.
- Assist with other quality-related activities as assigned, including quality sorting, product testing, and cross-functional support tasks.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
