Quality Inspector - Defense

Würth Industry USA • Roanoke, VA

36d • Onsite

About The Position

This person must be a naturalized USA citizen. The Defense Quality Inspector is expected to earn a certification from our Customer in the Military Shipbuilding for the US Navy, through their certification program, in order for the inspector to process Sub safe/Nuclear contracts (Level One/ CM1). This is a 14-to-18-month internal training process through hands on experience and oversight, with feedback. Once the inspector is tested and certified they will approve Level One/ CM1 PO’s to the supplier, which requires reviewing the Customers requirements and coded notes on the Customer Contract (PO), then comparing that information on the Supplier PO to ensure that all requirements are being flowed down fully and correctly. Reviewing Customer requirements may involve reading several specifications, amendments and references to understand those requirements. After the inspector is assigned an order, they will move the package (Hardware ‘fasteners’, Software ‘paperwork) from inventory to their workstation to process. The inspector will review the Supplier Purchase Order issued to the supplier and compare it to the software package contents provided by the supplier. If there is a discrepancy the Inspector will review the Customer Contract in order to assess if the nonconformance is on the part of the supplier or internal (when the PO was first generated). The Quality Inspector will work with internal resources or the supplier to correct the software. Once the package is found complete and correct the inspector will inspect the product per an inspection plan. Some inspections may require 100% sampling. If the hardware is nonconforming the product will be put on hold. Once everything is determined in compliance, the inspector will send the product to shipping. The role is on-site at our Roanoke, VA location. Schedule: Monday - Friday, 6:00am - 3:00pm

Requirements

• Naturalized USA citizen
• BS degree in Engineering, Metallurgy, Technology, Business, Management or related discipline; or related AS degree with 2 years related experience or commensurate combination of education and experience
• Ability to read/interpret engineering drawings, specifications, inspection instructions, and customer requirements
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists
• Ability to add, subtract, multiple, and divide accurately and efficiently; statistical knowledge preferred
• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization, including suppliers and sometime customers
• Requires lifting ability of up to 65 pounds and ability to sit at a worktable.
• Basic computer knowledge including Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus (computer screen).

Nice To Haves

• US Service in the Armed forces is preferred.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001:2015 and/or related quality system standards preferred
• Relevant product manufacturing experience also taken into consideration
• Experience using quality testing equipment preferred

Responsibilities

• Complete the review of the Customer contract (PO) and the Supplier PO to be certain nothing was left out in the flowed down information. Approve the PO to be sent to the Supplier.
• Review any coded notes or specifications called out on the Supplier (PO) and verify that those requirements have been captured in the package supplied by the supplier.
• Test products using calibrated equipment including digital caliper, digital micrometer, thread ring and plug gages, optical comparator, gage pins, etc.
• Ensure testing equipment is calibrated and in good condition prior to use.
• Maintain conformance to Customer Procedural Specifications such as Navy or Defense requirements and laws, and Würth ISO-compliant Business Management System (BMS) and applicable standards
• Communicate with internal personnel or suppliers as required to assist in resolving issues in a timely manner
• Continuously improve productivity and efficiency of processes throughout recommendations to the operational organization
• Report problems or concerns to senior management immediately
• Organizational skills to ensure good time management and timely progression through projects.
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Maternity/Paternal leave after 1 year of service
• Tuition Reimbursement eligible after 1 year of service
• Health benefits and programs - medical, vision, dental, life insurance and more
• Additional benefits 401(k), short term disability, long term disability
• Paid Time Off, accrued per pay period, additional day earned per year of service
• 10 paid holidays
• annual incentive bonus

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree