Roaming Inspector

Job Description:

Business Description:

ITW Shakeproof serves major automotive and industrial OEMs and their tier suppliers with metal cold-headed fasteners totaling approximately $210M in addition to ITWs industry leading research and development capabilities ITW Shakeproof enhances our customers competitive advantage by:

• Maintaining advanced engineering and manufacturing facilities in North America.
• Exchanging products process and benchmarking information with sister units worldwide.
• Continually improving processes material and designs to ensure every product exceeds customer specifications while providing unparalleled value.

Job Description:

Roaming Inspector 1st Shift

Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform line audits and monitor product quality requirements in accordance with company quality policies procedures standards and customer specifications.
• Conduct in-process and final inspections in accordance with inspection plans control plans and established procedures where needed.
• Provide inspection support to areas requiring additional inspections due to customer complaints changeovers or Enhanced Product Validation (EPV).
• Perform visual and dimensional inspections using approved inspection methods and equipment.
• Identify document and segregate nonconforming material and initiate nonconformance reports in accordance with established procedures.
• Communicate quality concerns inspection results and nonconforming conditions to operators supervisors quality and management.
• Utilize inspection equipment including calipers micrometers height gages ring and plug gages scales optical comparators Keyence vision systems and other measurement devices to verify product conformance.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) process flow diagrams PFMEAs and control plans.
• Conduct Layered Process Audits (LPAs) and document findings.
• Complete inspection records audit forms test reports and other quality documentation accurately and legibly.
• Maintain organized work areas inspection stations and storage locations to support efficient workflow and housekeeping standards.
• Understand support and comply with the companys Quality Management System (QMS) requirements including IATF 16949 and applicable customer-specific requirements as well as the Environmental Management System (EMS) requirements in accordance with ISO 14001.
• Follow all company safety policies procedures and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned to support departmental and organizational objectives.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma GED or equivalent.
• Minimum one (1) year of quality inspection or related experience.
• Ability to read write and communicate effectively in English.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations and unit conversions.
• Experience using precision measuring instruments such as calipers micrometers gages comparators and vision systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with IATF 16949 ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 standards.
• Knowledge of GD&T and blueprint reading.
• Basic computer skills.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and customer satisfaction.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced production environment.

Physical Requirements

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily and follow all work instructions procedures and training requirements.

The employee must be able to:

• Stand and walk for extended periods including the duration of a manufacturing shift.
• Frequently use hands fingers and wrists to operate inspection equipment and handle parts.
• Reach bend stoop twist and lift as required to inspect products and access workstations.
• Visually inspect products and read measuring equipment displays with or without corrective lenses.
• Work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to noise moving equipment and varying temperatures.
• Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).

This position requires a commitment to safety quality teamwork and continuous improvement.

Compensation Information:

$22-$25 per hour

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