Quality Control Inspector

Job Description

Role Summary


The Quality Inspector is responsible for ensuring that incoming and outgoing products meet all quality standards and specifications. The Quality Control Inspector will play a pivotal role in maintaining product quality and compliance by conducting thorough inspections, tests and assessments. They will be contributing to the overall success of the organization through commitment to upholding rigorous quality standards and regulatory requirements. They will be tasked with thoroughly inspecting and conducting tests, analyzing measurements and assisting with conformance throughout various production process stages. It is the responsibility of the Quality Inspector to approve, QA-hold, or reject products based on the quality and company standards.


Duties & Responsibilities


The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

• Conduct visual and dimensional inspections of incoming materials, in-process components, and finished products to verify compliance with specifications and quality standards.
• Perform routine and specialized testing using various measurement tools and equipment to validate product conformance.
• Perform scanning, record keeping, filing, and related inspection documentation responsibilities.
• Document and report inspection results, maintaining accurate and detailed records of non-conformances and quality issues.
• Ensure meticulous adherence to the company's established quality check procedures throughout every stage of the production process.
• Verify compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards, ensuring all products meet safety and quality guidelines.
• Assist in identifying manufacturing issues by working with management to determine root cause and help implement corrective and preventative action.
• Utilize small hand tools, calibrated instruments, measuring equipment, CMM and test fixtures.
• Record inspection and test data as prescribed by written instructions and procedures.
• Ensure management is provided with the data they need by identifying defects requiring toll adjustments or repairs.
• Promote continuous improvement of our inspection processes.
• Support special engineering tests or procedures.
• Perform troubleshooting and preventative maintenance on inspection equipment as required.
• Help support and participate in company AS-9100 compliance.
• Ensure the company is meeting their production goals with quality products.
• Cultivate and sustain constructive working relationships both within the department and across the organization, demonstrating proficiency in stress management and interpersonal interactions to foster a positive and productive work environment while mitigating potential conflicts.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent; additional education or certification in quality assurance is a plus.
• Basic understanding of manufacturing processes and product specifications.
• Familiarity with quality control standards and procedures.
• Ability to interpret schematics, blueprints and drawings.
• Proficient in using measurement tools, testing equipment, and software relevant to quality assurance duties.
• Good to excellent vision, with or without corrective lens, for detecting visual defects or damage to parts.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in documentation.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a team.
• Demonstrated problem solving skills and the ability to make decisions based on sound judgement.
• Capacity to adapt to changing priorities and handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Highly motivated and driven.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and learn on the fly.
• Composite experience preferred, but not required.
• Moderate to advanced math and computer skills.
• Excellent organizational skills, high attention to detail, adaptable to various responsibilities, and the ability to multitask.
• Excellent time management skills.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent; additional education or certification in quality assurance is a plus.
• Basic understanding of manufacturing processes and product specifications.
• Familiarity with quality control standards and procedures.
• Ability to interpret schematics, blueprints and drawings.
• Proficient in using measurement tools, testing equipment, and software relevant to quality assurance duties.
• Good to excellent vision, with or without corrective lens, for detecting visual defects or damage to parts.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in documentation.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a team.
• Demonstrated problem solving skills and the ability to make decisions based on sound judgement.
• Capacity to adapt to changing priorities and handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Highly motivated and driven.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and learn on the fly.
• Composite experience preferred, but not required.
• Moderate to advanced math and computer skills.
• Excellent organizational skills, high attention to detail, adaptable to various responsibilities, and the ability to multitask.
• Excellent time management skills.