Inspector II - 1st Shift (Wytheville)

About the role

The Inspector II position inspects products from components produced internally by 3 to 8 machine operators, ensuring all quality standards are met. The incumbent follows inspection QCI’s (Quality Control Instructions) and process control charts, performing sample, audit, and 100% inspections as appropriate on in-process and final parts. This role works under moderate supervision.

Responsibilities

• Inspects various operations including Turning, Milling, Drilling, Boring, Grinding, Shaping, Hobbing and other operations specific to product lines
• Uses gauges such as bore gauge, snap gauge, O.D. (Outside Diameter) and depth micrometers, scale dial vernier, height vernier, dial and digital indicators, radius gages, protractor, thread gage, plug gage, surface plates, special checking fixtures, and gauging specific to product lines
• Inspects first machined piece; sets up parts using blueprints and QCI’s; documents data on print and first piece forms and decides whether to run the job based on inspection results
• Works with tolerances from .0002 to .060, angles from 30 inches to 2 degrees, RMS ranging from 5 to 200
• Communicates defects or unusual conditions to machine operators and supervisors, recommending corrective actions such as machine shutdown, adjustments, or part sorting
• Completes daily inspection documents including daily inspection forms, first machined piece forms, QCI-related forms, and Process Control Charts

Core Competencies

• Action oriented: Demonstrates ability to act and lead by example with a sense of urgency
• Self-Motivated: Demonstrates ability to take initiative and drive to achieve results
• Accountability: Demonstrates ability to take responsibility, maintain ownership, and follow through on commitments; sets high performance standards
• Communication: Conveys and distributes information effectively with strong speaking, presentation, written, and listening skills; fosters open communication
• Teamwork: Works well with others to accomplish common goals, builds positive climate and trusting relationships within teams
• Reliability: Demonstrates dependability, accountability, and trust; follows processes and meets commitments

Working Environmental Conditions

May be exposed to moderate heat, light dust, fumes, extreme temperatures, noise, and hazards such as electrical shock or gases. Some outside assignments could involve exposure to adverse weather conditions. Adequate hearing protection is required for 85 decibels and above.

Requirements

• One year in a manufacturing environment with demonstrated ability to interpret and comprehend plans and/or blueprints
• High School Diploma or GED
• Basic MS Office skills (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams)
• One year of experience in a manufacturing environment
• Experience in shipping/receiving in a production/manufacturing environment
• Completion of forklift certification
• Problem-solving skills
• Ability to prioritize and work well under pressure
• Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing techniques with emphasis on Standardized Work, Continuous Improvement, 5S, and JIT principles
• Ability to work overtime as needed both daily and weekends
• Flexibility in daily job assignments; cross-training required to ensure flexibility