Receiving Inspection Lead

Plexus • Chicago, IL

6h • Onsite

About The Position

The Receiving Inspector Lead will ensure the accurate and efficient inspection of incoming materials and components, leading a team dedicated to upholding quality standards, identifying discrepancies, and fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement. Plexus is a company that partners with leading Aerospace/Defense, Healthcare/Life Sciences and Industrial companies to design, manufacture and service transformative products. They are committed to their vision of helping create products that build a better world and prioritize the wellbeing and inclusive engagement of their team members, customers, end users, and communities. Plexus offers a comprehensive benefits package and prioritizes work-life balance.

Requirements

• A minimum of a High School diploma is required.
• A minimum of 3 years of related experience is required.
• Proficient computer skills required.
• Strict attention to detail.
• Full understanding of applicable inspection procedures.
• Must be able to work with minimum supervision.
• Ability to clearly describe and convey nonconformance issues.
• Able to alternate or be able to sit, stand and walk for long periods of time.
• Able to lift, reach, push, pull up to 45 pounds as required.
• Able and willing to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment as required for assigned area.

Nice To Haves

• four (3) or more years of related experience is preferred.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the key job accountabilities may be considered.
• Flexible and able to work overtime, nights, various shifts and weekends as required.
• General Materials Equipment including but not limited to forklifts, pallet jacks, barcode scanners, personal computers, etc.
• Stay current on processes, procedures, standards, policies and training for assigned job and operational area.

Responsibilities

• Execute repetitive and routine inspections, visual checks and functional tests applying sampling procedures of inbound material according to the defined Inspection Plan, and utilizing various inspection tools such as calipers, micrometers, thread gauges and inspection jigs to check dimensions on parts or raw material to ensure compliance to drawings/blueprints/specifications, recording accurately inspection data and applicable documentation.
• Works closely with Supplier Quality Technicians and Supplier Quality Engineers to ensure that all inspection activities are performed in compliance with parts specifications and their critical characteristics, and consistently completes assignments or work requirements on time without direct or supervisory oversight.
• Assures the correct identification and segregation of non conformance/discrepant material and supports purges and internal screening activities.
• Communicates with Buyers and Supplier Quality Engineers on Quality and/or documental Issues and keeps supervisors informed and escalates issues when needed.
• Supports improvement initiatives and participates actively to improve work environment (example 6S), is up-to-date on all certifications and training requirements for role and trains new receiving Inspectors, including inspection of their work output.

Benefits

• medical, dental, and vision insurance
• paid time off
• retirement savings
• opportunities for professional development
• reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities or special requirements

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees