Quality Inspector

The Boler Company®•Freeport, IL

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Quality Inspector is responsible for performing inspections on forgings and coordinating the activities of Quality Inspectors using MeasurLink SPC Software. This role involves verifying dimensions, preventing rework and scrap, and ensuring product quality throughout the forging process.

Requirements

Experience in dimensional and visual inspection.
High School Diploma or GED.
2 years of quality inspection experience.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, internet, MRP systems, and other resources.
Knowledge of materials, specifications, and tolerances.
Ability to read, comprehend, and follow instructions, drawings, specifications and technical documents.
Ability to keep accurate records.
Ability to analyze and diagnose problems and/or non-conformance in processes and products and coordinate corrective action.
Ability to work under pressure and adhere to schedules.
Ability to work safely and keep area clean.
Ability to organize work according to schedule and load.
Ability to multi-task and work independently and under some pressure in a fast-paced environment to meet deadlines.
Good verbal, interpersonal, and written communication skills. Able to communicate clearly, concisely and achieve intended objectives.
Strong leadership skills to develop an effective team environment.
Ability to work assigned shift and remain awake and alert during assigned shift is required.
Reporting to work for assigned shift, maintaining a physical presence and performing assigned work for the duration of assigned shift is required.
Ability to work in a variety of environments which may include exposure to extreme heat, humidity, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, loud noise, and all weather conditions.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience within forging environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

Performs first/last piece, in-process and final inspections at various points during the forging process to verify dimensions and prevent/reduce rework and scrap.
Performs quality sampling of new parts.
Reads and interprets blueprints, engineering drawings and work instructions.
Actively reports nonconforming product and create NCMs as applicable.
Suggests possible corrections to processes or equipment to prevent recurring problems.
Schedules, performs, and documents all inspection activities, and creates inspection reports.
Issues process and part deviations.
Coordinates the activities of the Quality Inspectors with MeasurLink SPC.
Submits files, charts and status reports on receiving, in-process and final inspections as applicable.
Maintains good order and housekeeping in all areas relating to the quality inspection activities.
Actively participates in efforts to establish and promote a safe and healthy work environment. Follows policies, programs, and procedures for the reduction and elimination of work-related accidents and provides feedback to promote safer work behaviors and conditions.