Quality Associate (Inspector)

Job Description

Job Description

**Quality Associate/Inspector **

Goodyear, AZ

How can you make a difference at your job and can have the opportunity to grow?

Join the Goodyear, AZ - Spartech Team!

Our Goodyear facility manufactures premium optical acrylic sheet which is used primarily in high performance aerospace applications like fighter jet canopies and aircraft windows. Our employees take pride in our superior product performance and quality, which are known and valued around the world.

**GENERAL SUMMARY **

The Quality Associate/Inspector tests product batches audits and monitors manufacturing processes to ensure compliance with customer specifications and quality standards. Tests production maintains Certificates of Analysis (COA) from suppliers.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• - Perform first-piece, in-process, final, and receiving inspections to ensure compliance with specifications and tolerances.
  • Use precision measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, depth gauges, and other inspection tools.
  • Document inspection results, discrepancies, and corrective actions in accordance with established quality management systems.
  • Maintain and complete all required Quality Control documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
  • Generate non-conformance and defect reports as required.
  • Analyze inspection data and prepare detailed quality reports for management review.
  • Maintain and calibrate inspection tools and equipment.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Experience

• - The ideal candidate will have previous experience in a manufacturing Quality Control environment performing in-process, final, and incoming inspections.
  • Understanding of inspection methods, blueprints, and specifications.
  • Knowledge of quality management systems such as ISO 9001 is a plus.
  • Self-motivated and capable of working independently with minimal supervision.
  • Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills and the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced manufacturing.

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

• - Ability to stand, sit, and walk for extended periods.
  • Ability to work in a non-temperature-controlled manufacturing environment where temperatures may exceed 100&degree;F .
  • Must be able to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including earplugs, safety glasses, safety shoes, and other required safety gear.

Core Competencies

• - Team player with a Quality-first mindset and a proactive, hands-on approach.
  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Effective communication and documentation skills.
  • Commitment to safety and continuous improvement.

**Benefits **

We offer competitive salary, incentive, and benefit programs . Most Benefits Start Day ONE!

Benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, & Vision.
• Company paid life and long-term and short-term disability programs.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• 401(k) with a strong matching program.
• 120 hours Paid Time Off (pro-rated based on hire date).
• 11 paid holidays.

Spartech, LLC headquartered in Maryland Heights, Missouri is a leading manufacturing organization in the Custom Sheet & Roll Stock and Packaging markets with over a dozen locations throughout the United States. We have a broad customer base with extensive product offerings and technologies. Many of our materials are used in products you might see every day— for example if you start your morning with a single serve yogurt, the container you ate from may be made from one of Spartech’s products or the refrigerator where the yogurt was stored could have Spartech products in its interior features. More unique uses of our products can be seen in military or security applications for example in fighter jet canopies or bullet resistant windows. From routine daily-life to life-saving applications—we make a difference. Our broad scope of products and services keep our environment interesting and challenging with a culture focused on success.

Spartech, LLC provides equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status, or other legally protected classification in the state in which a person is seeking employment. Spartech will use E-Verify to ensure employment eligibility of newly hired employees where required.

You should be proficient in:

• Quality Inspection Experience
• Continuous Improvement
• Troubleshooting Skills
• 5 Why (Root Cause Analysis Method)
• Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Quality Control Experience
• Tape Measure Reading
• Advanced Inspection & Gauge Measurement
• Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
• Aircraft Structures
• Aerospace Manufacturing
• Blueprint Reading

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• Measurement Gauges
• Calipers and Micrometers