Overview
The Quality Control Inspector is responsible for ensuring that fabricated parts, weldments, and assemblies meet customer specifications, engineering drawings, and Alert Metal's quality standards. This position performs inspections throughout the manufacturing process, documents inspection results, identifies non-conforming parts, and works closely with our entire shop to maintain high-quality workmanship and customer satisfaction.
Responsibilities
- Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, work orders, specifications, and customer requirements.
- Verify dimensions, tolerances, weld quality, material specifications, and finish requirements.
- Utilize precision measuring instruments including calipers, micrometers, height gauges, tape measures, thread gauges, and other inspection tools.
- Inspect welded assemblies for compliance with drawing requirements and visual weld standards.
- Document inspection results and maintain accurate quality records.
- Identify, segregate, and document non-conforming materials and products.
- Assist in root cause investigations and corrective actions for quality issues.
- Communicate quality concerns to production supervisors, welders, machinists, and fabricators.
- Conduct receiving inspections of incoming materials as required.
- Verify completion of required manufacturing and quality documentation before shipment.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives related to quality, productivity, and customer satisfaction.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
- Follow all company safety policies and procedures.
Qualifications
- Experience in a custom metal fabrication or job shop environment.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and blueprints.
- Strong understanding of dimensional tolerances and geometric measurements.
- Experience using precision measuring instruments.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
- Ability to work independently and make sound quality decisions.
- Knowledge of welding inspection practices and standards.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.
- Frequent bending, reaching, and handling of fabricated metal parts.
- Ability to work safely in a manufacturing environment around welding, cutting, and fabrication equipment.
- Ability to distinguish visual defects and accurately read measuring instruments.
Pay: $23.00 - $29.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Work Location: In person
