Quality Inspector I - 1st Shift

Position Summary

The Quality Inspector I is responsible for the performance of routine mechanical or visual inspections per the technical documentation provided using pre-trained/determined methods to determine product acceptability.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Collect inspection data when asked and shown by inspectors or supervision.
• Ability to learn blueprint reading, GD&T, and platework from experienced inspectors and/or supervision and on the job.
• Regular on-site attendance/punctuality is a necessary function of this position.
• May be required to work in other functional areas and/or facilities depending on business needs.
• May be required to work overtime or alternate shifts based on business needs.
• Miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Education, Experience & Skills

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. No previous quality experience required.
• Must be able to clearly, concisely, and accurately convey ideas and information to others, both verbally and in written form.
• Expected to contribute in some areas of inspection for which training has been provided.
• Time management skills.
• Communicate effectively to supervision verbally and in written format regarding problems and training needed.
• Participate in some 5S workplace organizational activities and maintain work area in accordance with 5S standard.

Working Conditions

• Regularly perform repetitive tasks.
• Work is primarily standing (90+% of the shift) except for lunch and break periods.
• Shifts are 8 hours, 10 hours, and 12 hours.
• The duties of this job normally require exposure to a typical manufacturing environment. Frequent standing, sitting, stooping/squatting, walking, and stair climbing can be expected along with frequent lifting and/or moving of tooling, parts containers, and materials up to 40 pounds.
• Must be able to reach with hands and arms, bend and kneel frequently at a minimum of 50% of the shift, as well as undergo repetitive wrist, hand, elbow, shoulder, and ankle motions.
• Must demonstrate proficient fine motor skills, ability to grip, reach, pull, turn, and use tools to torque fixtures in various machinery or in the assembly, machining, or testing of parts.
• Specific vision abilities required may include close vision, distance vision, peripheral and depth perception, and the ability to focus on fine print.
• Must wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) where required.
• Must comply with all work exposure EH&S training requirements and adhere to SIG SAUER Inc. security mandates.