Inspector - Fabrication

With over 80 years of innovation, JCB is the world’s largest privately owned manufacturer of construction and agricultural equipment. Operating 23 manufacturing facilities across four continents—including the United States, the United Kingdom, India, and Brazil—JCB produces a diverse portfolio of more than 300 products, including telescopic handlers, backhoe loaders, excavators, wheel loaders, compact excavators, skid steer loaders, compact track loaders, access aerial work platforms, rough terrain forklifts, and tractors. As a family-owned business, JCB focuses on long-term innovation and delivering real value, standing behind its products with pride and commitment to quality.

About the role

The Quality Assurance Technician (QAT) plays a critical role in ensuring that all components, assemblies, and finished products meet engineering specifications, safety standards, and customer requirements throughout the entire manufacturing process. This position supports end-to-end quality assurance, from incoming materials and in-process inspections to final product validation. The QAT is responsible for identifying defects, analyzing data, and driving corrective actions to improve product quality, reduce waste, and support continuous improvement initiatives in a high-volume, heavy-duty manufacturing environment.

Position Type: Full Time, Non-Exempt
Location: Onsite in Pooler, Georgia: 2000 Bamford Blvd. Pooler, Georgia 31322

Responsibilities

• Perform incoming, in-process, and final inspections of materials, components, and finished equipment to ensure compliance with specifications.
• Conduct dock audits, quality audits, and process verifications to validate adherence to standards.
• Utilize precision measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, gauges, and testing equipment.
• Evaluate product quality against engineering drawings, work instructions, and quality requirements.
• Accurately record and maintain inspection results, test data, and quality documentation.
• Analyze inspection and test data to identify trends, defects, and process inefficiencies.
• Communicate findings to production teams, supervisors, and leadership to support decision-making.
• Maintain both electronic and hardcopy quality records in compliance with company standards.
• Identify, document, and report non-conforming materials, products, and processes.
• Participate in root cause analysis (RCA) and corrective/preventive action (CAPA) initiatives.
• Support or coordinate repair and rework activities to resolve quality defects.
• Recommend and implement improvements to reduce scrap, rework, and production downtime.
• Apply continuous improvement tools and lean methodologies to enhance quality performance.
• Assist in the development of inspection plans, control plans, and quality procedures.
• Ensure all work is performed in accordance with quality policies, SOPs, and regulatory requirements.
• Support internal and external quality audits as required.
• Provide guidance and training to team members on quality standards, inspection methods, and best practices.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Production, Fabrication, Assembly, and Engineering teams.
• Promote a culture of quality ownership and accountability across the shop floor.
• Adhere to all health, safety, and environmental policies in a heavy manufacturing environment.
• Ensure proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times.
• Identify and report unsafe conditions or practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support manufacturing operations.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 2–3 years of experience in quality assurance or manufacturing environment.
• Experience with inspection tools, measurement techniques, and quality documentation.
• Must pass drug screens, background checks, and any pre-employment tests as required by law.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Quality, Manufacturing, or related field.
• 4+ years of experience in quality assurance within heavy manufacturing or industrial environments.
• Experience with ISO standards, quality management systems (QMS), or regulatory requirements.
• Familiarity with hazardous materials handling and labelling requirements.
• Experience with statistical process control (SPC) or data analysis tools.

Skills

• Technical & Analytical: Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, interpret, and analyze data to drive decisions. Understanding of quality methodologies, inspection processes, and manufacturing workflows. Ability to identify issues and recommend practical, data-driven solutions.
• Problem Solving: Demonstrates strong root cause analysis capability and critical thinking. Looks beyond symptoms to identify underlying process issues. Proactively contributes to continuous improvement and defect reduction.
• Communication & Collaboration: Strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to effectively communicate quality expectations and findings to all levels of the organization. Works collaboratively with cross-functional teams to drive results.
• Professional Competencies: High level of attention to detail and accuracy. Strong sense of ownership, accountability, and integrity. Ability to manage multiple priorities with a sense of urgency. Reliable, self-directed, and results-oriented.
• Operational Effectiveness: Demonstrates commitment to safety, quality, and productivity goals. Meets deadlines and maintains consistent output. Supports overall organizational performance and continuous improvement. Must wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.

Schedule

Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including Friday - Sunday, 6am - 6pm.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Regularly lift and/or move up to 10 lbs, frequently lift and/or move up to 35 lbs, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.
• Perform continuous, repetitious physical activities involving fine movements or large motions.
• Grasp/pinch small items, reach out and up, and turn wrist.
• Keep pace with current production speed.
• Push/pull with reasonable force.
• Perform bending, stooping, climbing, kneeling, and standing for extended periods of time.
• Work in multiple climates including hot/cold temperatures and dusty environments.

Job Conditions

Manufacturing/factory environment. Subject to noise and temperature changes.