Inspector, Quality Assurance

Job Description

The Quality Assurance 1 role is a medium skill role that will be responsible for keeping a close check on the quality of all wire products to ensure that the finished wire always meets Southwire and Laboratories specifications.

General Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must have experience using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)
• Must have knowledge/experience using SAP, Advaris, and Shopfloor
• May be required to learn other software systems for this role
• Must read, write, and speak English; Bilingual in Spanish is a plus
• Must be able to lift up to 45 lbs
• Must be able to stand and lift heavy loads for long periods of time

Primary Job Tasks

• Documents all test and production on required forms, tags, and computer systems
• Monitor and record ro production data from iFix system to assign proper rod grade (CTON Rod Mill)
• Cuts samples for customers as required in customer specifications and indicated on product specifications
• Hold tags and QA samples
• Responsible for inspecting and testing the wire during and after its production to make sure it meets industry standards
• Responsible for keeping personnel informed if their products do not meet the specification
• Responsible for issuing stop tags prohibiting certain wire from being used or sold if it fails to meet all industry standards
• Responsible for completing machine checks on all assigned machine and for filling out all related reports
• Responsible for keeping work area and equipment clean and in good condition
• Responsible for checking to see that the correct PCS tags are used on the finished wire
• Responsible for passing tests once a month to ensure that the assistant understands basic testing procedures sufficiently and has kept abreast of all new techniques and procedures
• Perform all other duties as assigned

Cross Training

• Will be required to cross-train on equipment within your identified workgroup at your facility
• Once trained in more complex jobs, may be required to fill the position in the event of absence or vacancy
• Will be required to rotate on a set frequency within your workgroup to maintain skill proficiency

Quality

• Do not release products until all quality checks have been passed
• Perform quality checks, as outlined in the process procedures for the machine, and minor maintenance when necessary
• Immediately report quality issues to the supervisor or quality manager
• Use the company’s ISO Quality System documentation to help guide all daily quality activities

Safety

• Working safely is a condition of employment
• Responsible to observe Southwire safety rules and maintain good housekeeping
• Follow all safety procedures and rules
• Properly wear all required PPE
• Review and know all Job Hazard Analyses for proper job sequence and hazards associated with the jobs assigned to do
• Review and know all Safety Data Sheets for the jobs assigned to do
• Maintain all work areas to 5S standards
• Perform pre-operation safety inspection and hazard analysis
• Follow all company environmental rules/procedures and handle all materials in a manner designed to minimize environmental impact

Physical/Environmental Demands

• Must be able to work in hot and cold environments normally found in a prefabricated building without climate-control
• Physical activity associated with daily performance of this job include: balance, climbing, fingering, grasping, hearing, kneeling, lifting, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motions, standing, stooping, walking and sitting

Benefits

• 401k with Matching & Pension Plan (Eligible for Pension after 1,000 Hours Worked)
• Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision)
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Long & Short-Term Disability
• Supplemental Insurance Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Programs
• Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities
• Parental Leave
• & More