JOB SUMMARY:
The Quality Receiving Control is responsible for ensuring that all incoming materials, components, assemblies, and outsourced products conform to company specifications, engineering requirements, purchase order requirements, and quality standards before release to inventory or production. This position performs receiving inspections, verifies supplier documentation, conducts dimensional and visual inspections, manages nonconforming material, and supports supplier quality improvement efforts.
The Quality Receiving Control serves as a critical gatekeeper to prevent defective or nonconforming materials from entering production, ensuring product quality, customer satisfaction, and compliance with company policies.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Receiving Inspection Activities
· Perform inspections of incoming materials, components, assemblies, and finished goods according to established inspection plans and procedures.
· Verify received materials that match purchase order requirements, specifications, drawings, and engineering standards.
· Conduct visual, dimensional, and functional inspections using appropriate measurement tools and equipment.
· Verify quantities received and inspect packaging for damage or deficiencies.
· Review Certificates of Conformance (CoC), Mill Test Reports (MTR), First Article Inspection Reports (FAIR), and other supplier documentation for completeness and compliance.
· Determine acceptance, conditional acceptance, or rejection of incoming materials.
· Apply receiving inspection status identification and ensure proper material segregation.
Quality Documentation
- Record inspection results accurately within ERP, quality management, or inventory systems.
- Maintain inspection records, supplier quality documentation, and receiving inspection logs.
- Generate nonconformance reports (NCRs) and maintain supporting evidence.
- Document supplier defects and quality trends for review by management.
- Assist in the development and maintenance of receiving inspection procedures and checklists.
Nonconforming Material Control
- Identify, document, and segregate nonconforming materials.
- Coordinate with Purchasing, Engineering, Production, and Quality departments regarding material disposition.
- Initiate supplier corrective action requests when necessary.
- Monitor containment activities for defective materials.
- Assist with root cause investigations related to supplier quality issues.
Inventory and Warehouse Support
- Ensure material is properly released to inventory only after inspection approval.
- Coordinate with Receiving and Warehouse personnel to maintain material traceability.
- Verify lot numbers, serial numbers, revision levels, and other traceability requirements.
- Support inventory audits and material reconciliation activities as needed.
Supplier Quality Support
- Assist in monitoring supplier performance metrics.
- Provide detailed quality feedback regarding supplier defects and trends.
- Support supplier audits and supplier development initiatives when requested.
- Participate in continuous improvement activities focused on incoming quality performance.
General Responsibilities
- Follow all company safety policies and quality procedures.
- Maintain calibration awareness and proper use of inspection equipment.
- Participate in training and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Perform other duties as assigned
REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES
· Ability to prioritize tasks and move efficiently from one to another.
· Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
· Competent in basic use of Microsoft Office Suite and related software.
· Basic knowledge of building standards and codes.
· Ability to interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, specifications, and manufacturing standards.
· Proficiency with precision measuring equipment including:
o Calipers
o Micrometers
o Height gauges
o Tape measures
o Thread gauges
o Other inspection tools as required
· Basic knowledge of construction processes and tools.
· Ability to inspect and critique in a positive and professional manner.
· Ability to work at a steady, deliberate pace in a variety of conditions ranging from
- Office setting
- Production floor
- Inclement outdoor weather.
· Must be self-driven and able to work without close supervision.
· Strong problem-solving skills, in a team setting.
· Ability to read a tape measure to 1/16 fluently.
· Knows how to read blueprints.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES AND REGISTRATIONS:
· none.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
· High school diploma or equivalent required.
· Willing to learn new programs as needed, such as Fishbowl or Smartsheet.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (including but not limited to):
· Able to work an 8-hour shift standing/walking.
· Able to climb ladders repetitively.
· Able to bend, crouch, twist, pull.
· Able to lift/carry 25 lbs.
· Able to work at a desk for short periods of time.
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
