Quality Lead

Description

• Perform incoming inspection of purchased components fabricated parts and assemblies against engineering drawings and specifications
• Conduct inprocess (midbuild) and final inspections to identify quality issues early and prevent downstream rework or delays
• Verify dimensional accuracy tolerances and workmanship for mechanical assemblies and large engineered equipment
• Ensure nonconforming material is identified documented and communicated appropriately
• Oversee manufacturing builds by validating quality checkpoints and supporting production teams
• Act as a quality resource for assemblers and technicians by clarifying drawings specifications and acceptance criteria
• Partner with Manufacturing leadership to improve build quality consistency and repeatability
• Review and maintain quality documentation related to inspections deviations and corrective actions
• Support development and refinement of inspection checklists quality procedures and work instructions
• Assist with internal audits and continuous improvement initiatives as quality systems mature
• Support supplier quality activities including review of incoming parts and coordination on corrective actions
• Perform local supplier visits as needed to review part quality or resolve issues (inner city travel only)
• Communicate quality findings clearly and professionally with internal teams and external partners
• Operate forklifts and materialhandling equipment in compliance with safety requirements
• Complete required safety and forklift certification training
• Maintain a safe warehouse environment and escalate safety concerns as needed
• Partner crossfunctionally with internal teams to align material readiness priorities and execution while providing daytoday leadership coordination and guidance to ensure smooth warehouse workflow and issue resolution
• Perform other related duties as assigned to assist with successful operations and business continuity

• High school diploma or GED required; additional technical training or degree desired
• Minimum (5) years of experience in a quality inspection or manufacturing support role within a fabrication assembly industrial environment or a similar industry
• Experience working with engineered products mechanical assemblies or capital equipment
• Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings and specifications
• Experience operating forklifts and materialhandling equipment in compliance with safety requirements; valid certification or ability to obtain certification required
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Valid drivers license
• Legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now or in the future

• Knowledge of quality inspection methods measurement techniques and industrial quality and inspection processes
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings bills of materials and specifications
• Familiarity with industrial materials and components including mechanical parts fabricated items or vendorprocessed equipment
• High attention to detail with the ability to identify trends defects and process gaps
• Clear written and verbal communication skills for documenting findings and discussing issues
• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively in a crossfunctional environment partnering with internal teams to meet operational priorities
• Strong leadership skills and problem-solving abilities
• Adaptability and comfort working in a fastgrowing startup style environment where responsibilities evolve
• Ability to lift and move materials up to 50 pounds periodically; heavier items are handled using forklifts or team lifts
• Ability to stand walk bend and perform physical tasks for extended periods throughout the workday
• Ability to safely operate forklifts and materialhandling equipment following training and certification
• Ability to work onsite in a warehouse and shopfloor production environment