Job Description

Department: Quality

Reports To: Department Manager

Physical Demand Level: Medium to Heavy

FLSA Status (US only): Non-Exempt

The Quality Inspector I, is responsible for performing tests on products at various stages of production to ensure that customer specifications are being met and company quality standards are followed. Perform detailed inspection of mechanical components manufactured in house or by outside sources. Create records of results and communicate product status to key personnel. The Quality Inspector must uphold the safety policies our company has created and oversee the product development process

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

This role does not have supervisory responsibilities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs first piece, in process, and final inspections.
• Has the authority to stop production if parts do not pass.
• Reads and understands print drawings and specifications for correct test requirements, procedures, and sampling plans.
• Receives and documents sample parts into the Quality Lab tracking system.
• Reviews lab test results to ensure all operations have been properly performed and recorded.
• Issues and tracks production gauges to the manufacturing floor.
• Sort parts in the lab if required.
• Assists Quality Lead and Manager as required.
• Document results in various required formats
• Communicate results to designated management and engineering personnel.
• Validate accuracy of inspection devices and equipment.
• Ensure accurate record keeping of product verification data.
• Report any issues of concern to the Quality Manager and other key personnel.

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES:

• Strong written and verbal communication
• Must be highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to prioritize work.
• Knowledge of and ability to use enterprise software (Visual).
• Fundamental understanding of the activities and requirements of the Quality Department.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to support Quality Department personnel
• Basic math and calculating skills
• Ability to read and understand technical documents and drawings.
• Computer skills including the use of Microsoft office tools and the maintenance of records and data.
• Has a sense of urgency and is proactive.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Required

• High School Diploma or Equivalent

• Advanced education or completion of trade school or certification courses helpful.
• Minimum 3 years mechanical inspection in manufacturing environment required, 5 years or more desired.

BENEFITS:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• PTO
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick Days
• 401K / 401K Company Match
• Life Insurance
• Paid Jury Duty
• Employee Referral Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program based on
• Employee Assistance Program

SALARY RANGE:

$20.00- $23.00/Hour based on experience

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and hear. The employee is frequently required to walk; reach with hands/arms; lift and/or lower; push and/or pull; and use hands to finger, handle, feel and/or finely manipulate objects. The employee must frequently lift/move and/or push/pull up to 20 lbs. and occasionally lift/move and/or push/pull up to 50 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Use of vision correction is acceptable, if necessary; however, any vision correction apparatus must meet all safety guidelines for the area of activity.