Quality Inspector I

Quality Inspector I Department: Quality | Reports to: Quality Manager | FLSA Status: Non-Exempt United Precision Corporation is a dynamic, rapidly evolving team that provides an environment where team members are welcomed for their unique skills, talents, and experience. Our rapid growth provides excellent ongoing opportunities for professional development and learning new skills. By staying hyper-focused on quality and adaptability throughout the company, our customers have come to rely upon us for high-demand, high-precision aerospace and defense products. Job Summary The Quality Inspector will be responsible for inspecting products, materials, and components to ensure compliance with established quality standards and specifications. This role involves conducting routine checks, testing, and measurements of machined and assembled goods to detect defects or deviations from design specifications. You will be part of a Quality team dedicated to maintaining high-quality output and ensuring overall customer satisfaction. Key Responsibilities Communicate quality requirements to Machine Operators, Assembly Techs, and management as necessary. Read and interpret engineering and customer drawings/specifications to ensure conformance of parts. Maintain detailed records of quality control tests, inspection reports, and non-conformance issues within Quality Management and ERP systems. Perform first article inspections, spot checks, and in-process inspections. Isolate and document non-conforming products. Sort and certify rejected/scrapped non-conforming products. Maintain consistent, high-quality inspection rates in alignment with departmental KPIs. Perform other quality control duties as assigned. What You Bring to UPC Required High school diploma or GED required. Mechanical aptitude; manufacturing, mechanical, or industrial experience preferred. Ability to work constructively with others, demonstrated dependability, effective verbal and written communication skills, heightened attention to detail, ability to follow through, and commitment to team & collaboration. Preferred Beginner blueprint reading and GD&T. Beginner knowledge of metrology/gaging. Beginner knowledge of quality tools and lab equipment. Beginner understanding of problem solving tools (8D, 5-Why, Fishbone Analysis, etc.). Benefits Medical Vision 401K Paid Holidays Vacation Time Physical Requirements Must be able to remain stationary 80% of the time. Must be able to occasionally move about inside a warehouse and office to access files, office/warehouse machinery, etc. Must be able to communicate and exchange accurate information. Must operate office productivity equipment including computers, copy machines, and printers. Working Conditions Work is performed on-site in an office/warehouse environment with frequent interruptions and schedule variances based on business needs. No special coordination beyond those used for normal mobility, handling of everyday objects and materials, and use of office equipment is necessary to perform the job satisfactorily. Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to a safe, drug-free work environment, and pre-employment drug screening is required. Additionally, we are an ITAR (International Traffic in Arms) compliant facility, and as such, access to our facility (and employment) is restricted under the ITAR regulations. Applicants receiving a conditional offer of employment are required to provide information to determine eligibility as defined by ITAR requirements. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e., ‘Green Card Holder’), or a “protected person” under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). COVID-19 Considerations Various protocols have been instituted to maintain the safety and well-being of our team members. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $22.77 – $25.30 per hour The above statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. I fully understand the contents of this job description, have had the opportunity to ask questions regarding this job description, and have had the job duties, physical requirements, and working conditions explained to me. I understand United Precision Corp. is an equal opportunity employer and that this job description is not a contract of employment. Its purpose is to define, though not exhaustively, the essential functions of the job. Management retains the discretion to add to or change the duties of the position at any time. #J-18808-Ljbffr