Quality Inspector

Key Responsibilities

• Work directly with the QA Manager and Production Manager to develop and implement quality inspection processes.
• Perform detailed inspections of manufactured components, welds, and assemblies to ensure compliance with specifications, standards, and engineering drawings.
• Utilize NDT techniques (such as VT, MT, PT, UT) to evaluate material integrity and detect potential defects.
• Conduct dimensional inspections using precision measurement tools (calipers, micrometers, etc.).
• Interpret and apply welding codes and standards (AWS, ASME, ISO) to manufacturing processes.
• Document inspection findings and generate quality reports, including non-conformance reports (NCRs).
• Work closely with production, engineering, and quality teams to identify and resolve quality issues.
• Ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, and customer quality requirements.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance manufacturing quality processes.
• Train and mentor team members about inspection best practices and quality standards.
• Participate in audits and customer inspections as required.

Qualifications

• Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) methods and inspection techniques.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in manufacturing inspection, quality assurance, or a related field.
• Proficiency in reading engineering blueprints, welding symbols, and GD&T.
• Experience with inspection tools.
• Familiarity with industry standards (AWS D1.1, ASME Section IX, ISO 9001, etc.).
• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and ability to work independently.
• Excellent documentation and communication skills.
• Certifications in NDT methods (e.g., Level I or II in PT, MT, UT, or RT) are a plus.
• Strong manufacturing experience and a desire to learn required.