Plant Inspector I
Canton, OH - USA
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Job Summary
The Plant Inspector I is an entrylevel support role responsible for performing routine inspection and quality verification activities within a manufacturing or plant environment. This role focuses on ensuring products materials or processes meet defined specifications and quality standards while developing foundational knowledge of inspection methods safety practices and quality requirements.Job Description
Role Overview
The Plant Inspector I performs taskbased inspection activities following clearly defined instructions drawings and quality standards. The role is developmental and provides exposure to quality systems inspection tools and manufacturing processes.
This position typically reports to a Quality Supervisor Quality Manager Manufacturing Supervisor or equivalent leader.
Key Responsibilities
Basic Inspection & Quality Verification
Perform routine inspections of parts materials or finished products according to specifications
Verify dimensions appearance labeling and basic functional requirements
Follow written inspection instructions checklists and quality standards
Use of Inspection Tools
Use basic inspection equipment (e.g. gauges rulers calipers templates) as trained
Handle inspection tools properly and report issues or calibration concerns
Learn proper measurement and verification techniques
Documentation & Recordkeeping
Accurately record inspection results measurements and observations
Complete inspection logs check sheets or system entries as required
Maintain traceability and documentation in accordance with quality procedures
Nonconformance Identification & Reporting
Identify defects deviations or outofspec conditions
Clearly document and report nonconforming items to supervision or quality staff
Segregate or tag nonconforming material when instructed
Safety & Compliance
Follow all plant safety rules PPE requirements and safework practices
Perform inspections in accordance with environmental health and safety guidelines
Report unsafe conditions or incidents immediately
Production & Team Support
Support manufacturing or production schedules by completing inspections on time
Work collaboratively with operators quality staff and supervisors
Assist with other basic qualityrelated tasks as assigned
Learning & Skill Development
Learn quality concepts inspection methods and product requirements
Develop accuracy consistency and attentiontodetail skills
Participate in training onboarding and quality improvement activities
Qualifications
Education & Experience
High school diploma or equivalent required
Entrylevel role; typically 01 years of experience in manufacturing quality inspection or related environments
Prior production assembly or quality exposure preferred but not required
Knowledge Skills & Abilities
Ability to follow instructions procedures and specifications
Strong attention to detail and observational skills
Basic math skills for counts and simple measurements
Willingness to learn inspection tools and quality standards
Ability to stand walk and perform repetitive tasks for extended periods
Dependable attendance and reliability
Ability to work effectively as part of a team
Additional Job Details
Support & Production S1
Organizational Impact
Works to deliver on day-to-day objectives with minor impact on achievement results for the team
Delivers job responsibilities following a defined standard output or set of procedures
Work consists of tasks that are routine or well defined with specific instructions to achieve standardized solutions
Work is closely supervised
Communication & Influence
Communicates with contacts typically within immediate job area on matters that involve obtaining or providing information requiring little explanation or interpretation
Innovation & Complexity
Responsible for checking data and information or troubleshooting when minor changes may be required based on review
Daily challenges faced are routine and solutions clearly prescribed
Follows a well-established and familiar set of activities and/or processes to derive a solution
Leadership & Talent Management
N/A Jobs at this level are focused on self-development
Knowledge & Experience
Requires limited job knowledge of systems and procedures. Follows basic work routines and standards
Does not require advanced education and requires little to no prior experience
Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action at Nidec
Nidec is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to their age gender gender identity sexual orientation race color genetic information religious creed national origin physical or mental disability protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant please visit the following website: Shift Schedule
No Soliciting
Nidec will not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third party recruiting agencies in response to Nidec job postings. No fee will be paid to third parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to our hiring managers. Pre-approval from the Nidec Talent Acquisition team is required before any external candidate can be submitted and such candidate must be submitted to the Nidec Talent Acquisition team.
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
Explore Nidec Power’s advanced motion and energy solutions—delivering high-performance motors, drives, and integrated systems for industrial, commercial, and energy applications worldwide.