Quality Inspector - Additive

rms Company•Coon Rapids, MN

9d•$18 - $33•Onsite

About The Position

The Quality Inspector supports the production floor and reports to the Production Supervisor, ensuring that products comply with quality and industry specifications. The role involves inspecting materials, components, and assemblies; documenting inspection and testing results; identifying non-conforming products; and using a variety of measurement tools and precision testing equipment. The inspector also supports the company Quality System, ISO, and medical-device requirements and works with other business segments to support production and customer needs. This is a first-shift position, Monday through Friday, from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The role is performed in a manufacturing environment. Cretex Companies use cutting oils, solvents, and other chemicals during manufacturing; periodic testing is conducted to ensure chemical exposure remains below OSHA permissible exposure levels.

Requirements

Basic knowledge of inspection equipment use and maintenance.
Ability to work from customer-supplied drawings and specifications.
Ability to communicate inspection results with team members.
Ability to shift priorities quickly to support production inspection needs.
Ability to manage multiple requirements and deadlines.
Mechanical aptitude.
Dexterity and hand-eye coordination.
Ability to use a microscope and hand tools.
Ability to cross-train in other production areas when required.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Publisher.
Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills.
Attention to detail and organizational skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment, prioritize, and multitask.
Ability to work in a manufacturing environment.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience in a manufacturing environment.
Experience with measuring instruments, methods, and practices, including hand tools and machine devices such as CMM and vision systems.
Knowledge of ISO 9001/13485.
Quality training or certifications.

Responsibilities

Inspect received materials, components, and assemblies for quality, appearance, and performance.
Interpret and accurately document inspection and testing results.
Report and isolate non-conforming product.
Use inspection measurement tools and gauges, including micrometers, calipers, gage pins, indicators, thread gauges, profilometers, optical comparators, and microscopes.
Operate precision testing equipment, including Tool Scope, CMM, and vision systems.
Support and comply with the company Quality System, ISO, and medical-device requirements.
Read, understand, and follow work instructions and standard work.
Partner with sales and marketing, customer service, engineering, quality, and finance.
Understand customer needs and the core business markets served.
Ensure business systems are implemented, maintained, and functioning properly.
Participate in required company meetings.
Maintain an organized work area using 5S.
Participate in the Operational Excellence Program.
Complete other work duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options, subject to eligibility.
401(k) retirement plan with company match.
Profit sharing.
Short- and long-term disability insurance.
Paid time off and holiday pay.
Onsite medical clinic.
Paid parental leave.
Monthly social events.
Annual employee appreciation week.
Volunteer opportunities.
Training and development opportunities.
Tuition reimbursement or assistance.
Wellness program with incentives.
Discretionary holiday bonus program based on years of service.
Cretex University.
24/7 employee assistance program with access to five confidential visits with a licensed counselor at no cost.
Employee death benefit.
Employee sick and safe leave.
Virtual providers for medical care.
Pre-tax health savings account and healthcare and dependent-care reimbursement accounts.
Accident and critical illness benefits.
Optional employee, spouse, and child life insurance.