Job Description

Company Profile

With over 80 years of innovation, JCB is the world’s largest privately owned manufacturer of construction and agricultural equipment. Operating 23 manufacturing facilities across four continents—including the United States, the United Kingdom, India, and Brazil—JCB produces a diverse portfolio of more than 300 products. These include telescopic handlers, backhoe loaders, excavators, wheel loaders, compact excavators, skid steer loaders, compact track loaders, access aerial work platforms, rough terrain forklifts, and tractors.

At the heart of JCB’s success are its people. As a family-owned business, we are accountable to our customers—not shareholders—which gives us the flexibility to focus on long-term innovation and delivering real value. This independence allows us to continuously develop advanced technologies and integrate them into equipment designed to perform in the toughest environments while maximizing customer productivity.

At JCB, we stand behind our products—and our name—with pride and commitment to quality.

Position Purpose

As a Quality Inspection Technician – ‘Manufacturing Goods Inward Inspector’, you will play a critical role in ensuring the integrity and compliance of incoming materials and components. Working within a high-reliability environment, you will safeguard product quality and support continuous improvement across the supply chain.

Position Type

Full Time, FLSA Non-Exempt

Location

13210 Palo Alto Rd., San Antonio, TX 78224

Benefits and Other Compensation

JCB offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401 (k) retirement plan; paid time off and paid holidays.

Application Process

Applications will be accepted through Careers | JCB Careers | JCB Jobs | JCB or via LinkedIn. The anticipated application window will close on October 14, 2026.

Major Tasks, Responsibilities & Key Accountabilities

• Perform detailed inspection of incoming goods and components against technical drawings specifications, JCB Standards and purchase orders. These components will be child parts and full fabrications within the welding manufacturing area.
• Verify compliance within ISO9001 standards, ensuring traceability and documentation accuracy.
• Release conforming materials into stock. Ensure segregation and control of non-conforming materials.
• Identify and document non-conformances.
• Collaborate with suppliers and internal teams to resolve quality issues and drive corrective actions. Support supplier feedback activities.
• Maintain accurate inspection records and communicate part approval status.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the supply chain and quality functions.
• Operate inspection tools and equipment with precision and care.
• Uphold safety, compliance, and quality standards in all inspection activities.
• Support Materials, Assembly and Goods Inward departments as required.
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Previous experience in a quality inspection role within a Manufacturing and Weld environment.
• Familiar with GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) technical drawing requirements
• Good working knowledge of PPAP (Production Part Approval Process) requirements
• Working knowledge of ISO9001 standard and requirements.
• Experience in testing, manufacturing, or laboratory environments.
• Competence with Microsoft Office tools.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficient in using general inspection tools and non-contact scanning equipment.
• Interpreting technical drawings / specifications
• Strong attention to detail and analytical thinking.
• Excellent planning and organizational skills; able to manage multiple priorities.
• Effective communicator with strong teamwork and collaboration abilities.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and committed to quality excellence.
• Demonstrates urgency and initiative in problem-solving and task execution.
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a dynamic environment.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Competencies

• Comfortable in an in-person office environment
• Technical competence is a plus
• Must be customer service oriented, flexible, and have a high energy level
• Must have excellent follow-through skills
• Must have a professional, polished, and sophisticated demeanour and be comfortable in most social settings
• Desire and proven ability to learn and grow
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and Microsoft Project.

Job Conditions

• Manufacturing / Weld environment.
• Subject to noise and temperature changes.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those required of an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:

• Sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
• The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk.
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Equal Opportunity Employer

JCB is an equal employment opportunity (EEO) employer in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. JCB complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment at every location where the company has facilities. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability statute, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, and local laws.

EEO EMPLOYER/VET/DISABLED.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

JCB complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact the JCB Human Resources team at hrsupport@jcb.com.

JCB Inc. is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status; however, as a global company, JCB offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S., which can be found through our website at https://www.jcb.com/en-gb/about/careers.

Disclaimer: This job description is general in nature and is not designed to contain or to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.