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Due to the nature of our business and a heavy industrial market, Bodycote deems this position to be safety-sensitive.
Position Summary:
Based in Lafayette, LA the Quality Inspector will perform essential job functions associated with heat treatment under the direction of the Quality Manager to meet customer specifications including assisting other employees as needed. The hours are 6:00pm - 4:00am, Mon-Fri. Training is conducted on 1st shift; 7:00am - 5:00pm, Mon-Fri.
Essential Job Functions (Duties and Responsibilities): The primary duties consist of, but are not limited to the following.
- Accurately perform hardness and other tests and records results as required.
- Performs calibration of all testing equipment accurately and on schedule.
- Performs audits, weekly probes, surveys, etc. as needed or defined by procedure and/or schedule.
- May be required to complete conformance certificates and/or other related paperwork.
- Meet all specification requirements per BMS.
- Report any deviation, problem or irregularity to supervisor or management immediately.
- Practices and promotes safety and good housekeeping.
- Perform other tasks as designated by position
- This position is responsible for the care and treatment of our customer’s inventory and as such will perform duties in a safe and responsible manner to prevent customer loss or damage
- Must have the ability to report for work on time, follow directions, interact effectively with co-workers, understand and follow rules and procedures and accept constructive criticism
Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Education – High school diploma or equivalent
- Minimum one to three years in manufacturing or related field
- One year Quality Inspection experience preferred.
- Must have working knowledge of all testing equipment and terminology
- Must have some experience reading/interpreting blueprints/specifications, be detail oriented and possess manual dexterity
- May be required to work overtime or any shift, including weekends
- Must be able to obtain and maintain forklift operator certification
- Knowledge and hands on experience of computer applications including Microsoft Office and databases is required
- Must demonstrate the ability to read, write and communicate the English language
Physical & Mental Demands: The following physical and mental demands consist of, but are not limited to the following.
- Must be able to work in a sitting and standing position for extended periods of time in an industrial environment
- Manual dexterity to perform data entry functions
- Ability to bend, pull, stoop and reach to perform functions
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
- May be exposed to heat, fumes, noise, and humidity, etc.
- Must have the cognitive and mental capacity to perform essential job functions
- Must be able to communicate effectively orally and in writing
- Visual acuity to read documents, computer screens, files, etc.
- Ability to hear in person and via phone
The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and levels of the work performed by employees, but are not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, the job description does not constitute a written or implied contract for employment. Bodycote reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.
Bodycote is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against current and prospective employees based on race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age for individuals over forty years of age, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state and local laws.
