Quality Assurance Inspector

KSB is a leading supplier of pumps valves and related service. Our reliable high-efficiency products are used in applications wherever fluids need to be transported or shut off covering everything from building servicesindustry and water transport to waste water treatment power plant processes and mining. Founded in 1871 in Frankenthal Germany the company has a presence on all continents with its own sales and marketing organisations and manufacturing facilities. Around the globe more than 190 service centres and around 3500 service specialists are on hand to provide local inspection servicing maintenance and repair services under the KSB SupremeServ brand. Innovative technology that is the fruit of KSBs research and development activities forms the basis for the companys success.

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QA Inspector

KSB GIW Inc.

Department: Quality
Reports to: Quality Supervisor
Location: Grovetown

FLSA Status: Hourly

Overview:

The Quality Assurance (QA) Inspector ensures that products meet specified quality standards and regulatory requirements. This role involves inspecting and reporting on In-process and returned materials supporting part qualification through accurate inspections and maintaining quality records. The QA Inspector will work closely with all Manufacturing and Quality team areas and use various tools and systems including SAP to monitor and uphold quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Adhere to Safety Protocols

• Follow all GIW safety requirements to maintain a safe working environment.
• Ensure compliance with safety procedures and use personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.

Perform Standard Work Tasks

• Use established standard work procedures for daily tasks to ensure consistency and efficiency.
• Follow documented processes and work instructions to carry out inspection duties effectively.

Inspect and Report on In-process and Returned Material

• Examine In-process and Returned materials to identify defects or issues.
• Prepare and submit detailed inspection reports to support the Manufacturing and Quality team in resolving quality concerns.

Support Part Qualification

• Conduct accurate and timely inspections to support the qualification of parts.
• Report findings and provide documentation to verify that parts meet required specifications.

Read and Interpret Drawings

• Read engineering drawings and schematics to understand product specifications and quality requirements.
• Write comprehensive inspection reports based on the findings from drawings and physical inspections.

Interpret GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing)

• Utilize knowledge of GD&T to interpret engineering drawings and ensure compliance with design specifications.

Create SAP Notifications

• Generate notifications in SAP for nonconforming castings and other quality issues.
• Track and manage nonconformance reports to ensure timely resolution and corrective actions.

Witness Hydrostatic Pump Tests

• Observe and document hydrostatic pump tests when required.
• Verify that tests are conducted according to standards and report results as needed.

Calibrate Inspection Equipment

• Perform calibrations on inspection equipment to ensure accuracy and reliability when needed.
• Maintain records of calibration activities and address any calibration-related issues.

Monitor and Update Quality Resources in SAP

• Oversee and update quality-related resources and records in SAP.
• Ensure that data is current and accurately reflects the status of quality processes and metrics.

NDT (Non-Destructive Testing) Skills

• Certification and Proficiency
  • Have or demonstrate a willingness and ability to achieve Level 2 (L2) certification in Non-Destructive Examination (NDE) including Visual Testing (VT) Liquid Penetrant Inspection (LPI) and Ultrasonic Testing (UT).
  • Conduct NDE procedures per industry standards and company requirements.
• Technical Proficiency
  • Apply knowledge of NDE techniques to assess material and product integrity.
  • Perform Visual Testing (VT) to identify surface defects discontinuities and other anomalies.
  • Use Liquid Penetrant Inspection (LPI) to detect surface-breaking defects.
  • Utilize Ultrasonic Testing (UT) to evaluate internal structures and detect subsurface flaws.
• Math Skills
  • Utilize advanced math skills to interpret and analyze NDE data and measurements.

CMM (Coordinate Measuring Machine) Operation

• Experience and Training
  • Experience with or demonstrated a willingness and ability to train on and operate CMM equipment and software proficiently.
  • Gain expertise in using CMM to measure and verify geometric characteristics of components.
• Technical Skills
  • Utilize math skills suitable for achieving proficiency in operating Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) equipment.
  • Interpret CMM data and results to ensure components meet design specifications.

Computer Skills

• Digital Record Management
  • Manage and manipulate digital records efficiently including inspection data and quality reports.
  • Ensure the accuracy and security of electronic documentation.
• System Proficiency
  • Demonstrate general proficiency in handling computer-based documentation and reporting systems including SAP and Microsoft Office Suite (Word Excel etc.).

Other Duties as Assigned

Perform additional tasks and responsibilities as assigned by the QA Manager or Supervisor.

Adapt to changing priorities and support various quality-related initiatives as needed.

Qualifications:

Education and Experience

High school diploma or equivalent; technical certification or associate degree in a relevant field is preferred.

Proven experience in quality inspection or a related role familiarity with inspection tools and equipment.

Skills and Competencies

Familiarity with safety protocols and quality assurance processes.

Strong understanding of engineering drawings and GD&T.

Proficiency in using SAP for quality management and data entry.

Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills.

Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

Experience with hydrostatic pump testing.

Experience with the calibration of inspection equipment is a plus.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word Excel etc.) for documentation and reporting.

Advanced mathematical skills for interpreting and analyzing CMM inspections and NDE data.

Working Conditions

The position may require occasional overtime and flexibility in working hours.

Must be able to work in a manufacturing or industrial environment where exposure to machinery and noise is common.

Physical requirements include bending stopping stretching squatting standing walking and lifting up to 70 pounds.

KSB GIW Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race color sex religion sexual orientation national origin disability genetic information pregnancy or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal state or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization including hiring recruiting promotion termination layoff recall leave of absence compensation benefits training and apprenticeship. KSB GIW Inc. makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications merit and business needs at the time.

KSB Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race color sex religion sexual orientation national origin disability genetic information pregnancy or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal state or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization including hiring recruiting promotion termination layoff recall leave of absence compensation benefits training and apprenticeship. KSB makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications merit and business needs at the time.

We value employees who take the initiative and are committed to our company; Employees who take responsibility and for whom business success is the focus of their return we offer fair framework conditions for collective wages and pensions flexible working time models individual training opportunities and the best career prospects.