Quality Inspector - Operations

Nextern•Maple Grove, MN

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About The Position

At Nextern, the Quality Inspector partners with manufacturing teams to assure product quality through visual inspection and the use of Inspection, Measurement, and Test Equipment (IMTE). The role verifies that products conform to customer specifications and to dimensional, electrical, and visual workmanship standards in accordance with drawings and released specifications. Equipment may include calipers, pin gauges, micrometers, vision systems such as Keyence, OGP, and Micro-Vu, and other inspection equipment. The position also reviews work orders (Travelers) for Good Documentation Practices and confirms that the correct revision of Manufacturing Procedures was used. It may manage and monitor material flow through the Manufacturing area. The inspector documents inspection activity, communicates issues and failures to project and inspection teams, and helps maintain a clean and safe work area.

Requirements

At least 2 years of manufacturing inspection experience or equivalent.
High school diploma or GED.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret English instructions, inspection criteria, and engineering drawings.
Ability to present information effectively and respond to questions from coworkers and managers.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Willingness to be flexible with day-to-day tasks as organizational needs require.
Strong organizational skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of equipment capability, accuracy, and resolution.
Ability to read a blueprint and determine appropriate inspection equipment.

Responsibilities

Use Inspection, Measurement, and Test Equipment to verify product conformance to mechanical and electrical acceptance requirements.
Use visual inspection to verify product conformance to the released specification revision.
Manage material flow based on urgent need or a first-in, first-out basis.
Communicate inspection issues and failures effectively to project teams and the inspection team.
Work independently and function effectively as a team member.
Use electronic systems for inspection logging, inventory movement, and non-conformance entry.
Perform data entry and/or report writing.
Approve Traveler documents and/or inspection documents.
Demonstrate safe work habits and maintain a clean, safe work area.