Quality Inspector
About The Position
Gwynedd Manufacturing is a rapidly growing defense contractor and state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in North Wales, Pennsylvania. It serves the U.S. Department of Defense and federal law enforcement agencies with firearms and accessories and emphasizes technological advancement and process improvement. The Quality Inspector performs incoming inspection and quality verification of raw materials, components, and outsourced processes. The role ensures received items conform to engineering requirements, purchase order specifications, and quality standards before release to production. The inspector works closely with Purchasing, Engineering, and Quality teams and applies technical drawing interpretation, GD&T, and inspection methods. The position is based in a manufacturing environment. Work may involve extended periods of standing, walking, sitting, squatting or bending, kneeling and rising, and lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling materials and equipment weighing up to—and occasionally exceeding—50 pounds. The role also involves screen and computer use, accurate data entry, and manual dexterity for detailed and precision work. Conditions may include varying temperatures, areas without climate control, varying noise levels, and production equipment in motion. PPE is required in designated areas. Reasonable accommodations may be available subject to safety considerations; the employer may require a third-party physical assessment as a condition of an offer.
Requirements
- At least 3–5 years of experience in a quality inspection or receiving inspection role in a manufacturing environment.
- Working knowledge of computer-based and electronic systems, including navigating, entering, and managing data in digital quality management systems.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and apply GD&T principles.
- Experience using precision measurement and inspection tools.
- Familiarity with AQL sampling methods and inspection plans.
- Knowledge of ISO 9001 and/or other regulated quality systems.
- Comfort working with inspection records, databases, and basic computer applications.
- High attention to detail, strong organizational and problem-solving skills, and effective communication across departments and with suppliers.
- Dependability, self-motivation, and commitment to maintaining high quality standards.
- Ability to perform the described physical and work-environment tasks, subject to reasonable accommodations and safety considerations.
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with military or defense quality standards.
Responsibilities
- Inspect incoming raw materials, components, and finished or semi-finished parts.
- Verify conformance to purchase orders, engineering drawings, specifications, and quality requirements.
- Conduct dimensional and visual inspections using precision measurement tools.
- Apply AQL and sampling plans for incoming inspection as required.
- Review certifications, material test reports, and supplier documentation for accuracy and compliance.
- Identify, document, and segregate nonconforming material in accordance with SOPs.
- Generate and maintain inspection records, inspection reports, and nonconformance documentation.
- Communicate quality issues with Quality, Purchasing, Engineering, and Production to support timely resolution.
- Assist Quality Management with root-cause investigations and corrective actions related to supplier issues.
- Ensure compliance with internal quality systems, ISO standards, and applicable customer or military specifications.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives related to incoming quality and supplier performance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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