Quality Inspector (Transformer or Heavy Manufacturing Exp Req)

#twiceasnice Recruiting•Fayetteville, NC

48d•$75,000 - $80,000•Onsite

About The Position

Our client in the manufacturing industry is seeking a Quality Inspector to add to their team near Fayetteville, NC. In this role, you will conduct in-process and final inspections across winding, assembly, fabrication, and finishing operations while monitoring quality gates, verifying documentation, and partnering with production and engineering to resolve issues quickly. The ideal candidate brings transformer manufacturing experience OR quality experience in a related heavy manufacturing industry (fabrication, electrical, automotive, aerospace). Seasoned machine operators or team leaders in the transformer industry who want to transition into a career in quality are encouraged to apply . This is a great opportunity to impact a well-established, growing company in a vital industry with long-term career growth potential.

Requirements

3+ years of transformer manufacturing experience OR 3+ years of quality experience in heavy manufacturing is required
Working knowledge of ISO 9000 quality systems is required
Ability to read and interpret drawings, blueprints, and electrical schematics is required
Ability to work 100% on-site is required

Responsibilities

Ensure all components, subassemblies, and final assemblies meet quality requirements
Allocate time ~60% on the floor and ~40% on documentation, verification, and follow-up
Inspect incoming parts, in-process builds, and finished transformers to drawings/specs
Monitor quality gates across winding, assembly, fabrication, and finishing areas
Interpret engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, blueprints, and technical specifications
Perform electrical and mechanical inspections, including dimensional and torque checks
Verify quality control sheets are complete and required records are retained
Review the nonconformance log and track corrective and preventive actions
Document inspection results with clear, accurate, and traceable entries
Escalate nonconformances and partner with production and engineering to resolve issues
Ensure compliance with ISO 9001, customer specifications, and internal procedures
Participate in root cause analysis, problem-solving, and continuous improvement efforts
Calibrate, maintain, and properly use gauges, meters, and inspection/test equipment