Quality Inspector

Key Duties and Responsibilities 

• Read and interpret blueprints engineering drawings and specifications.  

• Inspect test and measure materials and products using calipers micrometers gauges templates and electronic inspection equipment.  

• Conduct visual inspections for defects cosmetic issues and workmanship problems.  

• Monitor production operations to ensure they meet quality standards.  

• Recommend adjustments to production processes when deviations are found.  

• Document inspection results complete reports and issue certificates of conformance.  

• Segregate and tag nonconforming materials and assist with nonconformance investigations. 

• Process nonconforming material and assist in the disposition process  

• Perform receiving inprocess and final inspections.  

• Inspect customer returns and complete RMA documentation.  

Qualifications :

Required Skills and Qualifications 

• High attention to detail and strong problemsolving skills.  

• Ability to read blueprints and understand GD&T.  

• Knowledge of precision measuring tools and inspection methods.  

• Effective written and verbal communication skills.  

• Basic math skills including working with fractions.  

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.  

Education and Training 

• High school diploma or equivalent (typical requirement).  

• Blueprint reading coursework preferred.  

• Associate or bachelors degree beneficial but not required.  

• Certifications such as ASQ Certified Quality Inspector (CQI) or Certified Quality Technician (CQT) preferred.  

Additional Information :

Note: Responsibilities listed represent the overall scope of the position. Complexity autonomy and leadership expectations increase as employees progress. 

We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin age disability veteran status or genetics. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruiting hiring placement promotion termination layoff recall transfer leaves of absence compensation and training.

If you have difficulty applying for any job posted on Harsco Rails website because a disability prevents you from using the online system Harsco Rail offers the following alternate application procedure: Contact Matthew Fink Director NOAM at 1.803.822.7589 and Harsco Rail will arrange for an alternate method of applying and will consider your application together with all other applications received for the job.  Please call only for disability applications. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time