Quality Inspector

About the role

This position is responsible for inspecting production materials, removing defective items, and reporting defects to management. The role also involves performing internal QA audits, supporting continuous improvement initiatives, and ensuring compliance with relevant standards and legislation.

Working Conditions

This position requires shop work in an environment with naturally-occurring and worker-produced hazards including small or large projectiles, contamination with toxic gasses/liquids, impalement, crushing, electrocution, explosion, immolation, decapitation, and asphyxiation. Safety policies must be always adhered to, and appropriate personal protective equipment (safety glasses, ear plugs, steel-toed boots, and others) must be always worn where required. The incumbent must work and communicate with prudence while effectively managing time, completing tasks, and working safely.

Responsibilities

• Inspect production material as assigned for defects as trained
• Remove defective items from production, designating reason for removal
• Report defects to the appropriate manager
• Perform internal QA audits that are compliant with corporate policies, practices, and procedures
• Assist with the maintenance of QA monitoring programs, including audits, controls, and other qualifiers
• Support new product development and continuous improvement by integrating quality control tools (e.g. Lean, Six Sigma, etc.) into processes
• Promote and advocate quality achievement and performance improvement across the organization
• Ensure ongoing compliance with local, national, and international standards and legislation
• Lift up to 30lbs or more as needed
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Post-Secondary Education in an appropriate field or a combination of education and experience preferred
• Knowledge of QA methodologies preferred
• 1-2 years of electrical experience
• Practical experience with risk management, product testing, capability studies, and control plans
• Training and knowledge of Six Sigma techniques and Lean Manufacturing are desirable
• Highly motivated and self-directed, capable of multi-tasking, and able to work with minimal supervision
• Extremely detail-oriented and analytical thinker
• Able to interface directly with cross-functional teams
• Ability to manage change on the floor and work well with shift supervisors
• Ability to review technical documentation, including project plans, test procedures, and design documents
• Strong problem identification and problem resolution skills
• High level of proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Strong work ethic and positive team attitude
• Clear and concise communication ability
• Must have reliable transportation

Schedule

• Shift 1: Monday-Friday 5:00AM-1:30PM

Reports To

Team Leader or Manager