Quality Inspector

This quality assurance inspector position is responsible for conducting stamped product inspections verifying and documenting inspection results as well as documenting non-conformances in accordance with applicable customer requirements and internal procedures. This role will also support internal audits customer surveillances stamping product rework and customer audits when required.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Safely accurately and promptly performs inspections to correct inspection plan using tools/techniques such as micrometers calipers comparator digital height indicators feeler gages hand gages drop gages OGP and written and visual standards in addition to getting the correct fixtures for the part consistent with customer requirements.

Operates equipment as required (i.e. OGP CMM (only if internally certified) and comparator).

Conducts visual inspections for stamped or machined products.

Conducts in-process and final inspections of in-house manufactured products per established SOP requirements instructions in traveler and/or documents referenced on the traveler.

Records and documents inspection results / findings on applicable data sheets / forms.

Assists in the preparation and development of inspection instructions / procedures.

Ensures completion of inspections in a timely manner and tracks/reports activities and metrics.

Participates in internal audits as requested.

Organizes maintain and secures inspection records to provide for good documentation practices and efficient retrieval.

Performs department clerical tasks as assigned to support department activities.

Works in accordance with and ensures compliance with the quality system procedures related to work activities.

Performs first piece and final inspections.

Ensures compliance of Company Policies ISO-9001 NQA-1 J.V. Manufacturing Quality Management System and applicable government regulations.

General

Embraces and participates in J.V.s Safety culture always keeping Safety as the #1 priority. Conforms to and follows all safety rules production and quality directives. Maintains cleanliness of work area to meet J.V. standards.

Reports any incidents that have occurred in a timely fashion and participates in investigations as required (i.e. safety spills accidents productivity/workflow).

Makes suggestions demonstrates a questioning attitude and is supportive and open minded to new and existing ideas/initiatives.

Maintains positive and supportive employee relations through continuous communication with all colleagues.

Filing inventory administrative tasks security auditing housekeeping painting inspections telephone calls ordering shipping training mentoring updating safety data sheets and any other duties as assigned.

Performs other duties and assignments as deemed necessary to support J.V.s dynamic business and operational needs.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS & COMPETENCIES

Education -- High School diploma or equivalent.

Experience -- At least five (5) years of inspection/testing of components fabricated parts subassemblies product assemblies and finished devices or related/equivalent industry experience.

Technology Proficient computer skills including use and navigation of internet/intranet. Ability to learn and become proficient in Microsoft Office products (Word Excel Outlook) and Visio. Ability to understand and apply appropriate usage of technology in a work environment including virus prevention. Ability to learn other technology related skills as needed to perform the essential functions of the position.

Knowledge and Competencies See Appendix A (last page)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education / Training Technical or Associates Degree in related field.

Technology Mini-tab and Statistical Process Control Gage R & R and capability studies experience.

Industry Specific Knowledge Familiarity with ISO 9001 ISO TS 19649 NQA-1 10 CFR Appendix B and 10 CFR Part 21 is a plus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this job the employee is generally working within a temperature-controlled manufacturing environment.

Work week is a minimum of 40 hours.There is additional mandatory overtime as business and operational needs necessitate. Shifts may rotate between 1st & 2nd shift as required. Required work hours schedules and shifts are subject to change based upon business necessity. Required reliable transportation applies to all shifts as assigned.

Regularly works near moving mechanical parts.

Noise level varies throughout the different work areas. Must wear appropriate PPE as required in work area(s).

PHYSICAL & MENTAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

General Physical ability and mobility to walk stand and sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop bend kneel crouch crawl climb reach twist grasp and make repetitive hand movement; ability to climb unusual heights on ladders to lift carry push and/or pull moderate to heavy loads (up to 50 lbs.); to operate assigned equipment and vehicles.

Near Vision The ability to see details at close range. Passing an annual acuity eye exam in accordance with customer requirements is required for this position.

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.