Inspector 1

About the role

The inspector 1 is responsible for the handling, measurement, visual inspection, correction, and cleaning of parts. May carry out inspection duties in any or all the following areas: incoming parts, in-process, final inspection before shipment and in audits.

Inspector also records data and ensures product meets all design and quality requirements in the work order.

Responsibilities

• Visual inspection of various parts to verify adherence to customer specifications and/or work order.
• May visually inspect with a variety of tools including assisting with fluorescent penetrate inspection (FPI) water wash.
• May cross train in other areas of quality or packaging and fill in when needs arises.
• Uses various dimensioning tools daily and various handheld digital measuring devices.
• Also, may be trained on CMM, optical comparator, and various other tools.
• Wears appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) as needed.
• Treats equipment in a safe and protective manner to ensure it lasts and is undamaged.
• Knows basic Excel and can accurately enter data into spreadsheet without data entry or decimal errors.
• Visually inspects irregular sized parts using microscope, calipers, micrometer, and optical comparator as needed.
• Complies with applicable requirements of Kyocera International, Inc. policy, ISO 9000, ISO 14001 requirements, ITAR regulations.
• Participates in company 5S and safety program.
• Cleans work area and organizes lab as needed.
• Reads specifications and mechanical drawings to ensure understanding. Asks questions when unclear.
• Should have the ability to concentrate on tasks for long periods of time.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 0-6 months experience in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend verbal and written instructions in English
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply to determine tolerances
• Vision and depth perception suitable for use of inspection microscopes 20/20 corrected vision - varies by division
• Willingness to wear finger cots, masks, and/or clean-room apparel
• Ability to either stand or sit for extended periods
• Ability to bend, push, pull, reach, grab, turn, twist, and/or stoop
• Ability to grab small parts or hand tools with hands/ fingers
• Ability to lift and/or carry up to 50 lbs. depending on the specific function
• Able to work with frequent interruptions and changing priorities
• Eligible to work in an ITAR environment