Quality Inspector I

Providien Thermoforming LLC•San Diego, CA

5h•Onsite

About The Position

The Quality Inspector I plays a foundational role in the Providien Thermoforming quality assurance function. Under direct supervision, this role performs visual and dimensional inspections of incoming, in-process, and finished goods to ensure conformance to engineering drawings and customer quality standards. The Quality Inspector I creates quality notifications in the ERP system, supports containment activities, maintains accurate quality records, and participates in continuous improvement and 5S activities. This role builds core inspection skills toward independent operation.

Requirements

A high school diploma or equivalent (GED, vocational school) is required.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
Basic arithmetic: add, subtract, multiply, and divide whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percentages.
Proficient in MS Office Suite and SharePoint.
Knowledge of ERP systems; SAP preferred.
Strong attention to detail; ability to read and understand basic engineering drawings, part numbers, and tolerance symbols.
Ability to use all measurement tools required for the role: calipers, micrometers, dial gauges, and height gauges.
Demonstrates good judgment; escalates non-standard or out-of-tolerance conditions immediately.
Ability to work under close supervision and to follow instructions precisely without shortcuts.
Ability to be flexible and function effectively in a fast-paced, constantly changing manufacturing environment.
Reliable attendance; willingness to work additional hours on short notice to support customer and production demands.
ASTM F-2412-2005, ANSI Z41-1999, or ANSI Z41-1991 rated safety toe shoes in specific areas.
Clear ANSI Z87.1 safety-rated glasses in specific areas.
Hearing protection in specific locations.
Ability to comply with JSA in specific areas.

Nice To Haves

Technical degree or quality certification preferred.
Manufacturing environment experience preferred; inspection experience preferred.
Background in medical device, molding, printed circuit boards, or electronics manufacturing preferred.
ISO 9001/13485 awareness training preferred.
Conversational ability in any other language is a plus.
Familiarity with ISO 9001 and ISO 13485 quality management standards preferred.
Understanding of Lean manufacturing principles and 5S practices preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform visual inspection of parts and assemblies per work instructions and cosmetic acceptance criteria; identify and segregate obvious defects.
Operate inspection equipment per standard operating procedures under supervisor or senior inspector guidance.
Use calipers, micrometers, dial gauges, and height gauges to perform dimensional checks; record all measurements accurately on inspection forms.
Verify incoming, in-process, and final products against engineering drawings and work instructions; confirm part number, orientation, and basic dimensional conformance.
Create quality notifications within the ERP system by providing objective evidence to support rejection data; ensure accuracy and completeness of all quality records.
Package conforming assemblies and components and complete all associated quality paperwork in a legible and accurate manner.
Support containment and stock sweep activities under direction; correctly segregate, tag, and quarantine suspect or nonconforming material.
Follow all traceability procedures on production records without exception; escalate out-of-tolerance results and ambiguous defects immediately to a senior inspector.
Participate in kaizen events and 5S activities; follow standard work and workstation organization standards consistently.
Maintain a clean, organized work area and adhere to all safety, PPE, LOTO, and environmental procedures and regulations.
Contribute to team quality goals in a collaborative and supportive manner.
Other duties as required in support of the department and the company