Quality Inspector
About The Position
The Quality Inspector conducts quality assurance audits and routine checks, tests, gauging, and instrument inspections of materials, work in process, and finished products. The role helps maintain company and product standards and preserve product integrity. The inspector consults with the Quality Manager to resolve quality, production, and efficiency problems; provides information to company departments when special or critical quality issues arise; and coordinates jobs through the Inspection Department to meet scheduled customer ship dates. The position also supports quality assurance coverage, product and process analysis, department projects, and other related assignments as requested. The employee is expected to follow additional instructions and perform other responsible duties assigned by their supervisor.
Requirements
- Associate degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Minimum two years of experience in quality control.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Strong math skills.
- Good oral and written communication skills.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Familiarity with computers and computer software.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Nice To Haves
- Experience operating or programming a Sheffield or Zeiss CMM.
Responsibilities
- Determine overall product quality by conducting and evaluating visual and product tests for defects.
- Complete and interpret inspection paperwork and blueprints, including GD&T.
- Inspect incoming subcontractor jobs for quality and product integrity.
- Perform in-process, first-piece, and first-article inspections using measuring equipment.
- Notify the Quality Manager when inspection data exceeds acceptable limits or major quality incidents are detected.
- Ensure measuring equipment is calibrated within acceptable tolerances and time frames.
- Assist with special department projects and work in conjunction with the QA Manager.
- Cover for quality assurance personnel as needed.
- Perform product and process analysis to support cost reduction, quality improvement, and efficiency improvement.
- Work on special projects and related assignments when requested.
- Perform other related duties and assignments as required.
- Perform First Article Inspection from new or modified tooling as needed.
- Coordinate the flow of jobs through the Inspection Department to meet scheduled customer ship dates.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
