Roving Quality Control

Job Summary

We are seeking a dynamic detail-oriented Roving Quality Inspector to join our QA team. Unlike traditional stationary inspector roles this position requires high mobility. You will move dynamically across multiple work cells to perform real-time audits first-article inspections and random spot-checks.

The ideal candidate is a proactive problem-solver who can seamlessly transition between different manufacturing environments ensure strict adherence to quality standards and confidently halt production if a critical defect is detected.

Key Responsibilities

Dynamic Inspections: Conduct roving in-process and final inspections across various production lines to ensure compliance with blueprints engineering specs and SOPs.

First-Article Inspection (FAI): Verify and approve the first parts of a production run before full-scale manufacturing begins.

Audit & Spot-Checks: Perform random unannounced audits of operators tools and processes to ensure ongoing adherence to ISO standards and internal quality metrics.

Defect Containment: Immediately identify document and segregate non-conforming materials or products. Issue MRB orders when critical quality thresholds are breached.

Gage & Tool Calibration: Verify that measurement tools (calipers micrometers height gages etc.) used by operators are calibrated and being used correctly.

Data & Documentation: Maintain accurate digital logs of all inspection results scrap rates and rework metrics. Input findings into the Quality Management System.

Root Cause Analysis: Partner with production supervisors and manufacturing engineers to investigate defects and implement corrective/preventative actions (CAPA).

Qualifications & Skills

Required:

Experience: 25 years of experience in quality inspection within a manufacturing assembly or aerospace/automotive environment.

Technical Literacy: Proven ability to read and accurately interpret complex blueprints engineering drawings and GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) symbols.

Tool Proficiency: Hands-on experience with precision measuring instruments (micrometers calipers optical comparators thread gages).

Mobility & Stamina: Ability to stand walk bend and move across a large facility floor for the duration of a shift.

Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to deliver constructive feedback to production teams objectively.

Preferred:

Experience working within ISO 9001 AS9100 or IATF 16949 quality management systems.

ASQ (American Society for Quality) Certified Quality Inspector (CQI) designation.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

Environment Physical Demands

Active manufacturing floor; exposure to noise dust and moving machinery. PPE required. Ability to lift up to 35 lbs occasionally. Frequent walking standing and reaching.

What We Offer

Competitive hourly rate with shift differentials (if applicable).

Comprehensive health dental and vision benefits.

401(k) matching and paid time off.

Clear pathways for career advancement into Quality Engineering or QA Management.