Quality Inspector

KYOCERA External•Hendersonville, NC

19d•Onsite

About The Position

Kyocera International, Inc. is hiring a Quality Inspector at its Hendersonville, North Carolina facility. The Inspector inspects, measures, handles, and cleans manufactured parts to ensure they meet design specifications, customer requirements, and quality standards. The work includes incoming, in-process, and final inspections, recording inspection results, and supporting quality audits and corrective actions. The role uses precision inspection equipment to assess parts at different production stages, including complex or irregularly sized parts. The Inspector documents results, performs basic data analysis, follows applicable quality and safety requirements, and may cross-train in other quality or packaging functions. This position may involve exposure to information governed by U.S. export-control regulations; applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of those regulations. The position is based at Kyocera’s Hendersonville, NC facility. Pay is $18–$25 per hour; actual base pay depends on relevant experience, education, market, qualifications, and skills. The company describes its culture as guided by the motto “Do the right thing as a human being” and says it values a diverse workforce.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED (or equivalent) 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 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; 20/20 corrected vision may vary by division.
Ability to sit or stand for extended periods and perform bending, reaching, pushing, pulling, grasping, twisting, and stooping.
Ability to 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 product.
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.
Accurately record inspection results and maintain inspection documentation and Excel spreadsheets.
Perform basic data analysis and complete inspection reports as assigned.
Follow applicable 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

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, dental, and 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.