Quality Inspector

Position Summary

The Quality Inspector ensures that metal-mechanic automotive components meet customer specifications, internal standards, and regulatory requirements. This role involves performing inspections, measurements, and documentation to maintain product quality throughout the manufacturing process.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspection & Measurement
• Perform dimensional and visual inspections of metal components using calipers, micrometers, gauges, and CMM.
• Verify compliance with engineering drawings, GD&T, and specifications.
• Documentation
• Record inspection results in quality systems and maintain traceability.
• Prepare inspection reports and non-conformance documentation.
• Process Control
• Monitor production processes for adherence to quality standards.
• Report deviations and assist in corrective actions.
• Compliance
• Ensure adherence to IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and customer-specific requirements.
• Communication
• Collaborate with production and quality engineers to resolve issues.
• Support internal and external audits.

Required Qualifications

• A high school diploma or technical certification in metal-mechanic or related field.
• Experience in automotive manufacturing quality control.
• Knowledge of GD&T and measurement techniques.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
• Familiarity with quality standards (IATF 16949, ISO 9001).

Core Technical Skills

• Measurement & Inspection:
• Proficiency in calipers, micrometers, gauges, CMM (Coordinate Measuring Machine).
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing).
• Knowledge of surface finish, hardness, and material property testing.
• Quality Standards & Compliance:
• Understanding of IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and customer-specific requirements.
• Familiarity with control plans, inspection plans, and work instructions.
• Documentation & Reporting:
• Ability to complete inspection reports, NCRs (Non-Conformance Reports).
• Experience with PPAP documentation and traceability systems.
• Statistical & Analytical Skills:
• Basic knowledge of SPC (Statistical Process Control).
• Ability to use quality tools like Pareto charts, cause-and-effect diagrams.
• Problem-Solving:
• Support root cause analysis using 5-Why, Fishbone diagrams.
• Absorbance of corrective and preventive actions.
• Technical Software:
• Familiarity with ERP systems, quality management software, and MS Office.
• Brief understanding of CMM programming (optional but valuable).

KPIs for a Quality Inspector

• Inspection Accuracy:
• First Pass Yield (FPY) Goal: 98% (parts accepted without rework).
• Inspection Error Rate Formula: Incorrect inspections ÷ Total inspections × 100. Goal: 1%.
• Productivity:
• Average time per part or batch inspection. Goal: Continuous improvement.
• Number of Inspections Completed per Shift Measure throughput efficiency.
• Compliance & Documentation:
• % of Inspection Reports Completed Correctly Goal: 99%.
• Audit Findings Related to Inspection Goal: Zero major findings.
• Quality Performance:
• Defects Detected Before Shipment Goal: High detection rate (prevent escapes).
• Customer PPM (Parts Per Million) Indirect measure of inspection effectiveness.
• Training & Competency:
• Training Hours Completed Goal: 20 hrs/year.
• Skill Certification Compliance Goal: 100% certified for required tools and processes.

Work Environment

• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to stand, walk, and move for extended periods.
• Ability to bend, squat, and reach overhead as needed.

Working Conditions

• Warehouse environment with fluctuating temperatures.
• Exposure to loud noises, dust, and other typical warehouse conditions.
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as required

Benefits

• #401k – 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• #health_insurance – Comprehensive medical health insurance
• #dental_insurance – Dental coverage
• #vision_insurance – Vision/optical coverage
• #paid_holidays – Paid company holidays throughout the year
• #pto – Paid Time Off (PTO) and vacation days