Quality Control Inspector

SUMMARY

The Quality Control Inspector supports the flow of conforming products by performing first-article, in-process, and receiving inspections of manufactured and purchased parts and raw materials. This position applies knowledge and expertise to select and use efficient, effective inspection methods and documents inspection activities necessary to support product acceptance, rejection, and evaluation.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Compare and verify product characteristics against engineering specifications using precision measuring instruments, material certifications, and certificates of conformance.
• Perform work in accordance with drawings, sketches, specifications, packing lists, and other written or verbal instructions.
• Manage, maintain, and update the nonconformance database.
• Identify and segregate nonconforming product in accordance with established procedures.
• Report nonconformities and coordinate Material Review Board (MRB) activities to determine product disposition.
• Document and report inspection findings using established inspection methods.
• Initiate engineering change requests (ECRs) to support continual improvement.
• Maintain inspection records, including traceability of lot, heat, and batch numbers, and record information in the appropriate files for future reference.
• Manage calibrated inspection tools and coordinate semiannual calibration activities with the calibration supplier.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Three to five years of inspection experience, including experience using precision inspection and measuring tools.
• Experience supporting manufacturing or engineered product environments
• Familiarity with mechanical engineering principles and manufacturing processes

CORE COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS:

• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, such as Navision or SAP.
• Ability to safely operate a forklift, hand truck, and pallet jack.
• Basic knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing.
• Skill in using calibrated measuring and inspection tools.
• Ability to understand material properties and manufacturing processes.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.