Quality Inspector
Pittsfield, MA - USA
Job Summary
Job Purpose
Responsible for performing inspections of incoming materials in-process parts and finished products to ensure conformance to specifications standards and regulatory requirements.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Inspect parts components and products using measuring tools such as calipers micrometers height gauges and CMMs (as applicable).
- Perform visual dimensional and functional inspections based on control plans engineering drawings and specifications.
- Accurately document inspection results including non-conformances in inspection logs or quality databases
- Support root cause investigations and corrective actions for quality issues.
- Ensure compliance with GDP (Good Documentation Practices) and safety policies
- Participate in audits calibration activities and continuous improvement initiatives
- Communicate quality concerns clearly to production engineering and quality leadership
- Maintain a clean and organized inspection area and follow 5S principles
Qualifications
Skills / Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required; technical certification or coursework in quality or metrology preferred
- 1-3 years of inspection or quality experience in a manufacturing or regulated environment (medical device aerospace etc.)
- Strong attention to detail and ability to read blueprints and engineering drawings
- Basic knowledge of GD&T and inspection techniques
- Familiarity with statistical tools SPC and quality systems (e.g. ISO 13485) is a plus
- Proficient with Microsoft Office and quality software tools (e.g. ERP systems like IQMS etc.)
Physical Requirements
- Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
- Must have good vision
- Must have manual dexterity
- Must be able to sit or stand for long periods of time
- Repetitive motions are required
- Requires frequent bending squatting and twisting motions
- Must be able to climb stepladders
- Must be able to climb up and down stairs
Safety Responsibilities
- Ensure that all safety procedures are followed
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
We are leaders in medical plastics design, development & manufacture, with over 2,000 employees, and 20 manufacturing locations worldwide.