Quality Inspector

Job Description

Job Description

Summary

As a Quality Inspector, you will play a critical role in protecting product quality and supporting reliable manufacturing operations. Success in this role is measured by your ability to identify nonconforming products and processes, perform accurate inspections and testing, maintain quality documentation, and support corrective actions that help ensure consistent product excellence. Your contributions will help contain quality concerns internally, strengthen quality control practices, and support operational performance across the facility.

Responsibilities

Perform Quality Inspection and Testing

• Conduct laboratory and production floor testing using Hot Set, Melt Index, Optical Comparator/Shadowgraph, Calipers, Micrometers, and other inspection equipment as required.
• Inspect materials and finished products to verify compliance with quality requirements.
• Prepare Certificates of Analysis for tested materials and products.
• Review and approve incoming raw material Certificates of Analysis and Certificates of Conformance.
• Identify, document, and escalate nonconforming products or processes for corrective action.

Support Nonconformance and Corrective Actions

• Assist with corrective and preventive action activities through accurate testing, inspection, and documentation.
• Facilitate the closure of internal Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs).
• Provide quality data and information needed to investigate and resolve product and process concerns.
• Help ensure nonconforming products and processes are identified, contained, and properly addressed.

Ensure Process Compliance

• Audit production processes to verify compliance with established quality standards and requirements.
• Support calibration compliance and equipment verification activities.
• Confirm inspection and testing equipment is properly verified and suitable for use.
• Maintain accurate and organized quality records.

Support Quality Improvement Activities

• Collect, compile, and analyze quality data.
• Assist in the development and improvement of testing methods.
• Support the creation and maintenance of inspection plans.
• Utilize Microsoft Office, SharePoint and other software tools to complete quality-related activities.

Collaborate Across the Business

• Work closely with Production Supervisors regarding inspections, quality concerns, and production priorities.
• Communicate with Purchasing and Supply Chain teams regarding supplier quality concerns.
• Collaborate with Quality Assurance and HSE teams to support continuous improvement, compliance, and workplace safety initiatives.

Qualifications

Required

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 3 to 5 years of experience in manufacturing quality inspection or quality control
• Working knowledge of inspection and laboratory equipment, including: Hot Set, Melt Index, Optical Comparator/Shadowgraph, Calipers, Micrometers
• Ability to accurately inspect, test, document, and evaluate product quality requirements.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and data management tools.

Preferred

• IATF 16949 Experience
• Certificates: Certified Auditor, Quality Technician

Additional Skills

• Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, and quality requirements.
• Strong understanding of measurement tools and inspection methodologies.
• Effective organizational, documentation, and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a production, laboratory, and office environment while maintaining attention to detail and accuracy.

Why Join Mattr?

• Multiple medical, dental & vision plan options (Blue Cross Blue Shield & VSP)
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with monthly company contributions
• 401(k) with dollar-for-dollar match, vested from day one
• Incentive bonus plans + paid vacation & sick leave
• Employer-paid Life, AD&D, and Long-Term Disability insurance
• Wellness incentives
• Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Discounts on fitness, shopping & travel (Blue365, LifeMart & more)
• Year-round permanent work at one location with tools, PPE & safety training
• Onsite parking + staff social events

For 50+ years we’ve delivered highly engineered technologies and solutions to support infrastructure projects around the world. You can find our brands in energy, automotive, communication, water management, utilities and transportation markets to name a few other industries.

We Engage
We work with our customers to understand their specific markets and needs. Our deep expertise allows us to appreciate and address their challenges. We are a true partner every step of the way.

We Innovate
Using our expertise and creativity, we imagine new possibilities. With purpose and agility, we solve complex challenges and deliver innovative technologies.

We Create
We develop reliable products, equipment and systems. Our commitment to quality ensures consistent and enduring results for our customers.

Company Description

For 50+ years we’ve delivered highly engineered technologies and solutions to support infrastructure projects around the world. You can find our brands in energy, automotive, communication, water management, utilities and transportation markets to name a few other industries.\r\n\r\nWe Engage\r\nWe work with our customers to understand their specific markets and needs. Our deep expertise allows us to appreciate and address their challenges. We are a true partner every step of the way.\r\n\r\nWe Innovate\r\nUsing our expertise and creativity, we imagine new possibilities. With purpose and agility, we solve complex challenges and deliver innovative technologies.\r\n\r\nWe Create\r\nWe develop reliable products, equipment and systems. Our commitment to quality ensures consistent and enduring results for our customers.