Quality Inspector

Kyocera International, Inc. (North America)•Hendersonville, NC

19d•$18 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

Kyocera International, Inc. is hiring a Quality Inspector at its Hendersonville, North Carolina facility. The role inspects, measures, handles, and cleans manufactured parts to ensure they meet design specifications, customer requirements, and quality standards. Inspections include incoming, in-process, and final checks, along with recording results and supporting quality audits and corrective actions. The inspector uses precision inspection equipment to evaluate parts at various production stages, identifies and documents non-conforming products, and maintains inspection records and reports. The role also involves assisting with fluorescent penetrant inspection water wash processes, following applicable quality, environmental, export-control, and safety requirements, and supporting cross-training and training of new inspectors. The work environment is usually loud, with occasional exposure to moving mechanical parts, high or precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals. This position may involve exposure to information regulated under ITAR or EAR; applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of U.S. regulations.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
At least 1 year of product inspection experience in a manufacturing or laboratory environment.
Ability to read and understand written and verbal instructions in English.
Basic math skills, including the ability to determine tolerances.
Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and specifications.
Strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy.
Visual acuity and depth perception suitable for microscope inspection; corrected 20/20 vision (may vary by division).
Ability to sit or stand for extended periods and perform bending, reaching, pushing, pulling, grasping, twisting, and stooping; lift and/or carry up to 50 pounds depending on job function.
Manual dexterity to handle small parts and hand tools.
Willingness to wear required PPE, including finger cots, masks, and/or cleanroom apparel.
Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work effectively with frequent interruptions.
Must be eligible to work in an ITAR-regulated environment and be a U.S. person within the meaning of applicable U.S. regulations.
Ability to pass a criminal background check and drug screen.

Responsibilities

Perform visual and dimensional inspections of manufactured parts at various stages of production.
Verify products meet customer specifications, work orders, drawings, and quality requirements.
Conduct final inspections and identify, isolate, and document non-conforming products.
Use precision inspection equipment, including microscopes, calipers, micrometers, optical comparators, CMMs, and digital measuring devices.
Assist with fluorescent penetrant inspection (FPI) water wash processes.
Inspect irregularly sized and complex parts and use sound judgment to determine product acceptability.
Record inspection results accurately and maintain inspection documentation and Excel spreadsheets.
Perform basic data analysis and complete inspection reports as assigned.
Follow Kyocera policies, ISO 9000 and ISO 14001 standards, ITAR regulations, and SPC requirements.
Participate in 5S and safety programs and maintain a clean, organized work area.
Cross-train in other quality or packaging functions and provide coverage as needed.
Assist with training new inspectors as assigned.
Perform other related duties as required.

Benefits

Competitive pay and benefits
120 hours of vacation accrued per year to start
10 paid holidays per year
401(k) with company match, including Roth option
Employer-paid pension
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible schedules
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off to volunteer
Paid leave options
Onsite gyms, walking tracks, exercise rooms, and employee gardens at larger locations