Production Quality Inspector

Production Quality Inspector 

Location: Onsite - Brownwood, TX

Competitive Compensation: Starting at $22.08 per hour, with an additional $1.00 per hour for night shifts.

Shift Needed:  5:00 am-3:30 pm, Monday - Friday

Opportunity
Are you ready to build a career you can be proud of? Kohler Co. manufacturing teams are hiring! We’re looking for passionate individuals to join a culture dedicated to safety and innovation, with opportunities for advancement within our Brownwood location.

We are looking to fill a Production Quality Inspector position within incoming inspection. This position will be based at our Brownwood, TX location, where we specialize in manufacturing high-quality bathroom products, including luxury bathtubs and toilets. Update this part/Check job title & division.

Crafting Excellence: Your Responsibilities

• Responsible for ensuring products meet the established standards of quality including reliability, usability and performance

• required for distribution and the market.

• Incoming inspection of purchased component parts.

• Complete required documentation necessary to maintain databases related to:
  Vendor performance (SAP QUALITY MODULE)
  Reject inventory (SAP QUALITY MODULE)

• Follow up with vendor for RGA, SDMR and corrective actions
  Supplier and internal issues – defect, quantity and corrective action follow up
  Calibration.

• Measure, understand, act on and report quality and operations information (incoming inspection issues and vendor defects found during operations)

• Take initiative to address all vendor related issues (purchased parts and gauges)
  Maintain knowledge of and follow all safety regulations in effect.

• Plan and maintain calibration schedule (Plastics measuring equipment) and database.

• Engage in learning activity to upgrade skill sets, both interpersonal and technical.

• Perform all duties as assigned by supervision.

• Clean and maintain work areas as required during and at the end of the shift.

• Perform all duties as assigned by supervision.

• Obtains unit from final inspection.

• Removes defective sheets left in unit.

• Must have a minimum corrected vision of 20/40 and be able to distinguish between shades of colors due to visual inspection requirements.

• Must be able to obtain a score of 90 or better to successfully pass aesthetics assessment.

• Must be able to demonstrate strong technical aptitude commensurate with inspection and testing responsibilities and have strong math skills to be able to read and understand gages and tolerances.

• Must have arithmetic/math skills including understanding the use of fractions, decimals, and percentages, and understanding of units of measurement, as well as mathematical reasoning, data analysis, and logical thinking and ability to read a tape measure.

• Must be able to read, understand, and apply information from blueprints.

• Must be able to bend, stoop, reach and kneel repetitively throughout the day in order to thoroughly inspect units and complete job responsibilities.

• Must have working knowledge of Microsoft Office, SAP and familiarity with computers.
  Must be self-motivated and able to work independently.

• Professional, able to interact with production associates and management.
  Must be able to work any scheduled overtime and any shift.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Health insurance on Day 1 with premiums as low as $20 per month, dental and vision insurance, and company-paid disability and life insurance.

• 401k plan with company match and voluntary benefits such as identity protection and pet insurance.

• Pension Plan.

• Up to 10 paid holidays annually after 60 days and up to 2 weeks of paid vacation in your first year.

• Discounts on Kohler products.

• Tuition assistance for advanced education.

• Opportunities for growth and career advancement.

Ready to make a bold impact? Here’s the qualifications we are looking for: Key Qualifications

• Must be able to work in the US without restrictions or sponsorship.

• Effective communication skills for manufacturing production processes.

• Must be at least 18 years old.

Additional Requirements

• Physical Capability: Ability to perform the essential duties of the position, including bending, lifting, and pushing weights of up to 50 pounds or more.

• Screening: Successful completion of a drug screen and background check.

• Reliability: Consistent attendance and work performance.

• Safety Compliance: Follow all safety policies and procedures.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

We believe in supporting you from the moment you join us, which is why Kohler offers benefits on day one. This means you’ll have access to your applicable benefit programs from your first day on the job, with no waiting period. The hourly range for this position is $22.08 - $26.34. The specific pay offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s experience, their education, and the work location. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision & 401K.

Why Choose Kohler?
We empower each associate to #BecomeMoreAtKohler with a competitive total rewards package to support your health and wellbeing, access to career growth and development opportunities, a diverse and inclusive workplace, and a strong culture of innovation. With more than 30,000 bold leaders across the globe, we’re driving meaningful change in our mission to help people live gracious, healthy, and sustainable lives. 


About Us

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