Quality Inspector - 1st Shift

Quality Inspector Work Model: This is a fully onsite role, with work performed at your designated Regal Rexnord office. Pay Range is $20.00 - $28.00 per hour dependent on experience Do you have a passion for quality, precision, and continuous improvement? Join our team as a Quality Inspector and play a key role in ensuring our products meet the highest standards of excellence. In this hands-on position, you'll work closely with production, engineering, and quality teams to inspect precision-manufactured components, identify improvement opportunities, and help maintain the quality our customers expect. What You'll Do Perform first article inspections, receiving inspections, in-process audits, and final inspections as directed. Verify product conformance to engineering drawings, specifications, and customer requirements. Conduct random quality audits throughout the production floor to ensure adherence to established processes and standards. Support manufacturing operations by identifying quality concerns and communicating findings to production, engineering, and quality teams. Assist in the development and maintenance of CMM, Vision System, and Contour Trace programs and inspection layouts. Create and maintain inspection plans, control plans, and related quality documentation. Document inspection results and maintain accurate quality records. Participate in corrective action investigations and follow-up activities as required. Support Measurement System Analysis (MSA) and process capability studies. Compile, analyze, and enter inspection data into computer systems. Prepare charts, graphs, and reports used for quality and process improvement initiatives. Assist with internal audits and continuous improvement projects. Provide support for special inspection or validation activities as needed. Perform additional duties as assigned. What We're Looking For Education High school diploma or GED required. Associate degree, technical certification, or related coursework in Quality, Manufacturing, or Engineering preferred. Experience Minimum one year of quality inspection experience in a manufacturing environment. Experience inspecting precision-machined components preferred. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Strong understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T). Ability to read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and specifications. Experience using precision measuring instruments and inspection equipment. Ability to prioritize tasks and effectively manage multiple responsibilities. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Excel. Preferred Qualifications ASQ Certified Mechanical Inspector (CMI), Certified Quality Technician (CQT), or similar quality certifications preferred. Exposure to Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, and Six Sigma methodologies preferred. Working Environment Frequent standing and walking throughout the manufacturing facility. Regular exposure to standard manufacturing conditions, including heat, noise, machinery, and industrial odors. Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds occasionally. May periodically work in the Metallurgical Laboratory environment, which includes exposure to acids, bases, and other chemicals used in sample preparation. Ability to safely operate within a manufacturing environment while following all safety requirements and procedures. Collaboration & Teamwork You'll work closely with employees across the organization, including production, supervision, engineering, purchasing, and quality teams to support inspections, corrective actions, process improvements, work instruction development, MSA activities, and capability studies. You may also occasionally interact with customers, suppliers, and external auditors in support of quality initiatives and audit activities. What Makes Someone Successful in This Role? Thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Maintains a high level of accuracy and attention to detail. Demonstrates strong organizational and problem-solving skills. Takes ownership of quality and continuous improvement initiatives. Works effectively both independently and as part of a team. Adapts quickly to changing priorities and a variety of assignments. Why Join Us? At Regal Rexnord, quality isn't just a departmentit's part of everything we do. As a Quality Inspector, you'll have the opportunity to make a direct impact on our products, processes, and customer satisfaction while working alongside a team committed to excellence, safety, and continuous improvement. If you take pride in precision, enjoy solving problems, and want to be part of a high-performing manufacturing team, we'd love to hear from you. The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job. At the employee's request, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Regal Rexnord Corporation ("Regal Rexnord") is a leading manufacturer of electric motors, electrical motion controls, power generation and mechanical power transmission products and sub-systems, serving customers around the world in the general industrial, consumer, commercial construction, food & beverage, and alternative energy end markets, among others. Regal Rexnord sells its products and solutions to OEMs, through distributors, and directly to end-users. Regal Rexnord is a $6.5B company with 36,000 associates globally. You may not know it, but Regal Rexnord impacts your life every day. The company's products enable the fans in HVAC systems that keep us comfortable; the power source that keeps smart buildings running; the agricultural and food service equipment that keeps us fed; and the conveyer systems that keep e-commerce flowing, to name a few of the applications where our products are used. Regal Rexnord's business purpose is to create a better tomorrow by energy-efficiently converting power into motion. This means creating innovative solutions while focusing on both customer needs and the company's commitment to sustainability. The company's industrial powertrain and automation solutions offerings are an important part of the company's growth strategy. The company's strategy includes leveraging 80/20 to prioritize all activities, including product excellence, operational excellence and commercial excellence (i) driving organic sales growth through the introduction of innovative new products, with a particular focus on improving energy efficiency, (ii) establishing and maintaining new customers, as well as developing new opportunities with existing customers, (iii) participating in higher growth end markets and geographies, and (iv) identifying and consummating strategic, value creating acquisitions. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement (not in most desc's) Regal Rexnord is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, ancestry, national origin, marital status, citizenship status (unless required by the applicable law or government contract), disability or protected veteran status or any other status or characteristic protected by law. Regal Rexnord is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are committed to building a team that represents diverse and inclusive backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. Notification to Agencies: Please note that Regal Rexnord Corporation and its affiliates and subsidiaries ("Regal Rexnord") do not accept unsolicited resumes or calls from third-party recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Master Service Agreement or similar contract and approval from HR to submit resumes for a specific requisition, Regal Rexnord will not consider or approve payment to any third parties for hires made. This position is subject to policies and procedures set forth by the State Department and applicants who do not meet such requirements will not be eligible for the position. Restrictions imposed by federal export control laws may limit this job opportunity to candidates who are a "U.S. Person", which includes U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, individuals granted asylum in the United States, and refugees in the United States, or who otherwise can qualify for a license that permits them to hold the position. Job Type: Full-time Benefits: 401(k) 401(k