Position Summary
The Quality Inspector is responsible for inspecting and testing products to ensure compliance with customer specifications, internal quality standards, and regulatory requirements. This role supports manufacturing operations by performing inspections, audits, measurement studies, calibration activities, and non-conformance management while serving as a liaison between production and quality. The Quality Inspector plays a key role in maintaining product quality, supporting continuous improvement initiatives, and ensuring timely disposition of materials.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform incoming, in-process, and final inspections to verify product conformance to customer requirements, engineering drawings, specifications, work instructions, and established visual standards.
- Conduct product testing, measurements, and data collection using quality inspection equipment including calipers, micrometers, precision thickness gauges, Fischer scope equipment, pH meters, Zahn cups, and other measurement tools; accurately record results in Plex and other quality systems.
- Manage non-conforming material by identifying, segregating, documenting, and assisting with disposition activities, including rework, deviation, hold, and scrap decisions, while verifying the acceptability of reworked products.
- Support production operations by collaborating with manufacturing personnel, communicating quality concerns, facilitating timely decision-making, and serving as a liaison between quality and production teams.
- Perform quality studies and investigations, including Gauge R&R, Measurement System Analysis (MSA), capability studies, process evaluations, and product launch support activities.
- Conduct quality audits and verification activities, including incoming inspections, dock audits, layered process audits, training record audits, gauge verification, and calibration support.
- Support root cause analysis, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives to reduce defects, improve process performance, and enhance product quality.
- Maintain accurate quality records, inspection documentation, calibration records, and organized inspection areas; assist in developing and revising inspection methods, work instructions, and quality documentation.
- Other duties as assigned.
Education & Experience:
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Technical training, associate degree, or college coursework in manufacturing, quality, or a related field preferred.
- Minimum two (2) years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment required.
- Prior quality inspection or quality assurance experience required.
- Knowledge of coating inspection processes and thickness measurement techniques.
Required Qualifications
- Ability to read and interpret work instructions, engineering drawings, specifications, and quality standards.
- Experience performing visual inspections, dimensional inspections, and making accept/reject decisions based on established criteria.
- Working knowledge of quality inspection techniques, measurement systems, and quality tools, including calipers, micrometers, precision thickness gauges, and Fischer scope equipment.
- Experience managing non-conforming material, conducting inspections, and supporting quality-related investigations.
- Strong attention to detail with demonstrated accuracy, thoroughness, and organizational skills.
- Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations and work with decimal and metric measurements.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word) and quality data entry systems; ERP experience preferred, Plex experience a plus.
- Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.
- Ability to prioritize work, manage multiple tasks, and maintain productivity in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with statistical quality tools and methodologies, including Gauge R&R, MSA, SPC, and capability studies.
- Familiarity with ISO 9001 quality management systems, auditing requirements, and internal audit processes.
- Experience supporting product launches, process validation activities, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Internal auditor certification or equivalent quality systems training.
Work Environment & Physical Demands
- Work is performed primarily in a manufacturing environment with regular exposure to production equipment, airborne particles, and industrial chemicals.
- Regular standing, walking, reaching, handling parts, and performing inspection activities are required.
- Must be able to occasionally lift and move up to 40 pounds.
- Specific vision abilities include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
- May be exposed to moving mechanical parts, temperature variations, vibration, and other manufacturing-related conditions.
- Must be able to safely operate inspection and measurement equipment while following established safety procedures.
We are looking for a candidate who desires to grow within our organization.
Pay: $19.00 - $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- What hourly rate are you targeting?
- How many years of quality experience do you have?
- The hours of this role are Monday- Friday 5:30 AM- 2 PM. Do those hours work for you?
Work Location: In person
