Quality Inspector

Quality InspectorJoin our team in Nexans in electrifying the future. Cables have been our business, our passion, our knowledge, for more than a hundred years. Today, we are facing a future that will become electric far sooner than planned. Electrification is in our DNA and we are now ready to scale up to become a pure electrification player in this world. Nexans employs 25,000 people, with a presence in 38 countries. At Nexans we understand the importance of empowering individuals and enabling everyone to reach their full potential. We believe that in order to come up with the best technical solutions diverse perspectives, backgrounds and experiences are required. Therefore we are committed to ensuring an inclusive workplace that embraces and promotes diversity.Purpose: Deploy quality in the factory enabling the organization to meet customer requirements and internal quality related targets. Support development and/or deployment of working quality processes in all relevant factory areas. Support product verification & shop floor quality.Area of Responsibility:Perform incoming, in-process, and final inspectionsEnsure compliance to control plans and ITPsManage nonconforming product containmentVerify inspection records and traceabilityAct as first escalation point for quality issues on the floorPlan and execute process auditsDevelop improvement activities from results of auditsCoordinate the qualification of new raw material, new supplier and any trials needed to achieve qualificationCompetencies and Qualifications:High school diploma or GED required.Associate degree in Quality, Engineering Technology, Manufacturing, or a related field preferred.Minimum 2 years of manufacturing quality inspection experience.Experience in cable manufacturing, wire manufacturing, plastics extrusion, electrical products, or other regulated manufacturing environments preferred.Experience with quality management systems such as ISO 9001.Training in Root Cause Analysis (5 Why, Fishbone, or 8D).ASQ Certified Quality Inspector (CQI) certification or equivalent.Familiarity with nonconforming material control and product traceability.Basic computer skills with Microsoft Office and manufacturing or quality management systems (ERP/MES/QMS).Core Competencies:Quality FocusAttention to DetailProblem SolvingCommunicationIntegrityTeamworkTime ManagementAdaptabilityContinuous ImprovementPhysical Requirements:Stand and walk for extended periods (up to 8–12 hours per shift).Bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach to inspect products and equipment.Climb stairs and work platforms as required within the manufacturing facility.Maintain visual acuity to inspect products for defects, verify measurements, distinguish colors, and read gauges, drawings, and digital displays.Occasionally work overtime, weekends, or alternate shifts to support production and customer requirements.Work in varying environmental conditions, including exposure to manufacturing noise, heat, vibration, dust, and moving mechanical equipment while wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE).Operate a computer, tablet, or handheld device to enter inspection results and review documentation.