Quality Inspector I

Cambro Manufacturing•Huntington Beach, CA

7d•$20 - $23

About The Position

The Quality Inspector I reports to the Quality Manager and/or Quality Specialist. The role performs visual, dimensional, in-process, and finished-good assembly inspections, and uses inspection records, results, and measurements to prepare quality reports and documentation. The inspector works with production and quality teams to ensure products meet established specifications and standards, documents inspection findings and follow-up actions, and supports audits and department performance goals. The position requires reliable attendance, adherence to safety and quality procedures, effective teamwork, accountability, and flexibility to work across shifts or departments as needed. Overtime and schedule changes may be required to meet business needs.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent GED certificate.
Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.
Ability to identify and resolve problems independently.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and Access.
Good math skills.
At least 1 year of experience as a quality inspector in a plastic manufacturing environment.
At least 1 year of experience as a quality inspector in a textile-related manufacturing environment.
Ability to inspect textile-related products.
Ability to inspect start-up, in-process, and finished-good products against existing standards and criteria.
Working knowledge of inspection techniques, tools, and equipment, such as gauges, meters, calipers, and micrometers.
Ability to work closely with team members and external members.
Ability to demonstrate team building, a positive attitude, and professionalism.

Nice To Haves

Plastic manufacturing experience.
Knowledge of basic sampling theory.

Responsibilities

Inspect and approve in-process products against specifications and established standards.
Conduct visual and measurement tests and communicate necessary adjustments to production supervisors or managers.
Document inspection results, including detailed descriptions and discrepancies.
Perform visual inspections of molded components and dimensional measurements on components and assemblies.
Conduct machine-level, in-process, sub-assembly, and shipping inspections.
Use the database to document inspection results, completed information, rework, rejects, scrap, and follow-up information as needed.
Perform audits and prepare reports under supervisor or manager instruction, and document the results.
Maintain reliable, punctual, and dependable attendance.
Follow work-area safety procedures, wear required PPE, attend safety meetings, and report equipment or workplace safety issues.
Work effectively as a team member, exchange feedback respectfully, take ownership of work and behavior, accept accountability, and communicate work or project status.
Follow department quality standards and raise concerns or issues to the immediate manager.
Understand and demonstrate Cambro’s culture and core values: Safety, Quality, Respect, and Service.
Understand department key performance indicators and contribute to achieving them individually and as a team.
Perform other duties as needed or required.
Work across multiple shifts or departments as business needs require.
Work overtime and remain flexible regarding possible schedule changes.