Quality Inspector - 3rd Shift

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Performs quality tasks as outlined in job instructions of the Quality Management System (QMS) 

• Performs quality inspections, document, and record inspection results 

• Writes scrap ticket for rejected parts; analyzes causes 

• Ensure that all rejected material is properly marked and moved to a nonconformance area 

• Verify part quality, correct labels, ensure accuracy and existence of lot traceability, and that first piece production parts are in place. 

• Participates in corrective action processes by recommending and implementing necessary corrective actions 

• Responsible for communicating with Quality Manager, Engineers, Operators and/or Operations Manager regarding quality problems or concerns 

• Help instruct new employees on key quality elements of a good manufactured part or product and assist with training on measuring techniques 

• Read and interpret part drawings and understand tolerances 

• Follow all business and safety guidelines 

• Perform other duties as assigned 

QUALIFICATIONS 

• High school diploma or equivalent 

• One or more years of job-related experience 

• Basic mathematical skills 

• Basic knowledge and ability to operate computers and perform tasks in MS Office 

• Must be able to work in a team environment, demonstrate a positive attitude consistently, and must possess good communication/interpretation skills 

• Must possess good visual skills for part inspection, and reasoning ability 

Equipment and Tools Used (but not limited to) 

Precision measuring instruments such as micrometers, height gages, dial indicators, veneer calipers, cubing fixtures and special gages.  Check fixtures, templates, magnifying glass, scales and inspection stamps 

COMPETENCIES 

• Technical and Analytical Skills 

• Understanding of basic math (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, calculations of percentages, measurement conversions). 

• Strong working knowledge of Windows applications and Microsoft Office programs such as Word and Excel. 

• Time Management and Communication Skills 

• Must be dependable, have good attendance, be punctual, and have a positive attitude  

• Prioritizes regular workload, special tasks and concurrent projects, allocating time and resources to ensure that work is completed accurately and efficiently within established time frame.  

• Performs with high level of initiative exhibiting persistence and willingness to stimulate new ideas within the organization. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT 

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. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand, use hands to handle, frequently required to reach with hands and arms, and occasionally required to walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 35 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.