Quality Inspector

About the role

We are currently seeking a Quality Inspector to perform inspection functions of assembled parts. Our Quality Inspectors inspect products and/or documents at various stages of production, to validate processes and provide documentation required to show compliance to the Sonaca North America Quality System, while under close supervision.

Responsibilities

• Assist production personnel in establishing and documenting inspection criteria
• Prepare parts and documentation to meet outside criteria
• Completes all required inspection documentation and communicates as needed with customers
• Entering data into the Work Order Tracking System, including notes and recording data on the work order
• Documenting Nonconforming Material per the Quality System Requirements
• Aids in identifying parts deficiencies and helps to prevent further recurrences
• Determines whether the product is acceptable or unacceptable according to work order and customer requirements
• Responsible for handling “stop the job” authority at any stage of process
• Performs sampling inspection
• Maintains good housekeeping in the inspection areas
• Handles customer-supplied product with care
• Properly uses calibrated thickness masters, shims, certified master materials samples, etc.
• Verifies the job, matching the actual parts with the work order, part number(s), printed and/or electronic pictures and part count
• Maintains Sonaca North America’s quality standards to meet and exceed customer expectations
• Manages time effectively so that production, quality and delivery schedules are met
• Interacts professionally with co-workers and vendors, understands internal customers, and strives to maintain good relations with others
• Follows all safety requirements and enforce compliance
• Works overtime, when required (including weekends), on short notice
• Responds quickly to inquiries and follows up, as needed
• Embraces change to ensure overall success of the company

Requirements

• High school diploma or high school equivalency preferred
• Candidates that do not have a high school diploma or high school equivalency will be required to take a pre-employment assessment to be considered for the role
• Ability to read and comprehend American English
• Ability to read, interpret, and understand customer drawing, mylars and sketches as applicable to work being performed
• Develop a good working knowledge of all internal procedures and customer requirements
• Develop a good working knowledge of the processes performed in the chemical processing area
• Exhibit good communication skills when dealing with inspection personnel, on-floor operators and customer service representatives
• Be flexible, self-driven
• Become proficient in using the Work Order Tracking Program, and the Quality System on the SharePoint site
• Exhibit professionalism when dealing with subordinates and superiors
• Exhibit ability to troubleshoot and correct problems using problem-solving skills
• Have ability to follow written and verbal directions
• Have ability to apply basic math skills
• Exhibit interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
• Exhibit attention-to-detail
• Have ability to handle stressful situations
• Be honest and ethical in all actions
• Motivational skills desired
• Presentation skills desired
• Organizational and planning skills desired
• Analytical skills desired
• Must possess a positive attitude
• Must be dependable
• Have demonstrated team-building capabilities
• Have a demonstrated strong work ethic

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time
• Noise levels ranging from quiet to extremely loud
• Required to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when working on the manufacturing floor including, but not limited to, eye, ear, and foot protection
• May occasionally lift and /or move up to 10-50 pounds

Why Choose Sonaca North America?

• 401(k) retirement savings plan with a percentage company-match contribution
• Competitive wages
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and accidental insurance
• Short-term disability
• Long-term disability
• Employee assistance plan — for access to counseling, consulting and other community resources
• Wellness program
• Tuition assistance

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time
• Noise levels ranging from quiet to extremely loud
• Required to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when working on the manufacturing floor including, but not limited to, eye, ear, and foot protection
• May occasionally lift and /or move up to 10-50 pounds

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement savings plan with a percentage company-match contribution
• Competitive wages
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and accidental insurance
• Short-term disability
• Long-term disability
• Employee assistance plan — for access to counseling, consulting and other community resources
• Wellness program
• Tuition assistance

Schedule

Not specified

Pay

Not specified