Summary
Under general supervision, the First Article Inspector assures the quality of processes and products by performing audits, inspections, tests, defect analysis, first article sample submission, settingtroubleshooting visual inspection equipment, and reporting on results of measurement standards.
Duties
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Conduct periodic product audits/inspections on running parts and conduct final shipment audits.
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Perform system and process audits (supplier certification, internal system, subcontractor, comprehensive process, set-up verifications, etc.).
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Investigate and process quality problems to aid in their thorough resolution.
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Interpret internal and customer specifications to separate acceptable from rejectable products, and provide guidance for manufacturing personal on the interpretation of product quality standards.
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Maintain filing system of inspection records for manufactured products.
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Update changes to customer specification criteria as required.
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Perform Receiving Inspection on vendor product to verify conformance to LT standards. Communicate with vendors concerning quality issues if required.
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Ensure all necessary inspection records accompany shipments.
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Adheres to quality and safety systems or maintenance of quality and safety standards.
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Perform other related duties and assignments as required.
Requirements
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Experience with QA/QC in manufacturing
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Knowledge of ISO and other related quality system standards
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Ability to read and interpret blueprints with close attention to detail
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Ability to maintain and use precision measuring instruments
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Ability to operate inspection/lab equipment
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Computer skills including spreadsheet, word processing, and database management software
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Good written and oral communication skills
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Good interpersonal and organizational skills
Salary is dependent on prior work experience.
Shop is clean, well-lit and air conditioned with modern machinery.
Benefit package includes health, dental, vacation and 401k retirement options.
All resumes will be kept confidential.
