Quality Assurance Technician

About the role

The Quality Inspector is responsible for in-process and final inspection of product by verifying dimensions to a blueprint. The inspector will ensure that the product is to print and meets customer specifications. Additionally, the inspector will be responsible for calibrating equipment. Exemption Status: Non-Exempt. Reports to: Quality & EHS Supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Ensure quality specifications are met for all product produced as compared to the blueprint.
• Measure product with various measuring instruments.
• Visually inspect the product for any defects or missing operations.
• Perform incoming inspection on vendor cores per instructions.
• Perform a variety of product testing.
• Manage returned goods.
• Compile and maintain daily records.
• Conduct Periodic Job Observations (PJO’s) and departmental audits.
• Resolve problems with instruments, test methods, lab chemicals, standards and samples.
• Report non-conforming and scrap products in the production area.
• Oversee established calibration and testing program.
• All other duties as assigned by leadership.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years dimensional quality experience is preferred.
• Ability to read, comprehend, and interpret technical data, drawings and charts.
• Experience using a micrometer, caliper and other measuring devices.
• Essential Physical Requirements: 20/20 vision required with or without correction.
• Ability to use hands, stand, and or walk 75% of the workday.
• Ability to exert physical force to push, pull, lift or carry 50 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to work in shop environment.

Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Ability to use various measuring instruments proficiently.
• Proficient with computer programs such as Microsoft Office.
• Strong understanding of inspection techniques and manufacturing.
• Excellent decision-making skills.