Quality Control Inspector

Location: Lakewood, OH

About the role

As a Quality Assurance Specialist, you will support the Stanley Engineered Fastening team in Lakewood, OH by ensuring products meet customer, engineering, and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Inspect production parts according to blueprints, written specifications, and quality standards.
• Perform visual inspections and dimensional checks using gauges and measurement equipment.
• Operate inspection equipment including micrometers, calipers, tensile testers, hardness testers, Keyence systems, and optical comparators.
• Complete inspection reports and maintain accurate quality documentation within the Quality Management System (QMS).
• Communicate nonconforming conditions and support root cause investigations.
• Perform functional testing, equipment checks, tool inspections, audits, and quality verification activities.
• Identify, document, and segregate nonconforming products.
• Support problem-solving activities and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment.
• Perform overtime and other duties as needed.

Safety Responsibilities

• Follow all company safety policies and regulatory requirements.
• Promote safe work practices and Behavior-Based Safety (BBS) principles.
• Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Identify and report safety concerns and workplace hazards.

Quality & Lean Responsibilities

• Ensure products meet customer and regulatory requirements through inspection and testing.
• Support corrective actions and continuous improvement activities.
• Help identify and resolve quality issues impacting production.
• Participate in lean manufacturing initiatives including 6S, 6S 360, and SMED events.
• Follow standardized work instructions and FIFO practices.
• Support efforts to improve equipment uptime and operational efficiency.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous experience in manufacturing, production, or quality inspection preferred.
• Experience in automotive, fastener, or similar manufacturing environments preferred.
• Knowledge of quality systems such as IATF 16949, ISO 9001, or similar standards preferred.
• Ability to read blueprints and use inspection measuring tools.
• Strong attention to detail, documentation, and communication skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Who You Are

You take pride in producing quality work and understand the importance of precision and attention to detail. You enjoy learning, solving problems, and contributing to a team that values safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Benefits

• Voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, and a legal plan.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year).
• Transit spending account.
• Paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan.