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Kett Tool Company has a long standing history in the production and manufacturing of specialty power tools in Cincinnati, Ohio since 1940. From our product line of shears, saws, and nibblers, we provide quality and power to contractors, builders, and manufacturers across a multitude of industries. With over 70 years of experience, we make tools that you will find nowhere else.

Our Mission

Our people and our customers are our priority. Through innovation, service, and a focus on quality we strive to deliver the best product and experience.

Culture

We promote an employee-first culture where you are appreciated, valued, and empowered to work together to promote our corporate mission. The Kett Tool brand and our team stand for integrity, accountability, and impact.

We Want You

• Are you ready to make an impact? If you challenge yourself to grow and learn every day, we want you.

• Do you want your ideas to promote innovation? If you are excited about improving processes and thinking outside of the box, we want you.

• Are you a team player? If you work well with others and enjoy a collaborative workplace and culture, we want you.

• Do you say what you mean and mean what you say? If you conduct yourself with honesty, integrity, and accountability, we want you.

Benefits/Offerings

All full time employees are eligible for our benefits program. Benefit offerings include:

• Medical
• Vision
• Dental
• 401K
• Paid Medical Leave Policies
• Education Assistance Program
• Company Sponsored Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, and Life AD&D coverage
• Personal and Vacation Time

Purpose

The purpose of the Quality Inspector is to perform receiving, in-process, final, and first article inspections on materials, components and products to verify they meet required quality specifications.

Primary responsibilities

• Inspect and measure incoming materials/components using established quality standards and documentation for each
• Read engineering drawings and instructions to comprehend the quality expectations for the products and/or materials
• Approve or reject parts based on quality requirements
• Assist Quality Engineer in performing First Article inspections as needed
• Assist Quality Engineer and other management personnel in identifying in-process or supplier trends
• Assist Quality Engineer and other management personnel in identifying opportunities for improving processes and procedures related to quality and material flow
• Maintain inspection records using spreadsheets or databases
• Provide input on how to improve processes and material flow with a LEAN manufacturing mentality
• Makes certain that parts are moved and stored in a safe manner during inspection
• Responsible for maintaining a safe work environment

Competencies and Skills

• Ability to use computer and/or tablet to process transactions and enter data
• Comfortable navigating and entering data into ERP systems
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, industry specifications and work instructions
• Thorough knowledge of measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, bore micrometers, height gauges, etc.
• Must have proficiency with measurement setups on surface plate
• Ability to devise/develop inspection methods on dimensions with minimal guidance
• Experience with cast parts and machining methods is greatly desired
• Ability to learn, understand, and effectively apply sampling plans
• Excellent attention to detail with a quality mindset
• Self motivated and able to work with minimal supervision
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Willingness to take further technical training in areas required to improve job skills when necessary

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the primary responsibilities of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is mostly in a sitting position but will occasionally be required to walk and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Occasionally required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and walk.
• Occasionally move up to 100 pounds using a pallet jack.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, color vision and ability to adjust focus.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fume or airborne particles. The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts. The noise in the work environment is moderate to loud. The primary responsibilities of this job involve working in a warehouse facility with exposure to both heat and cold.

Other Duties

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Kett Tool Company, a division of Endurance Industries, is an equal opportunity employer: qualified applicants are considered for and treated during employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, disability status, protected veteran status, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. If a qualified individual with a disability or disabled veteran needs a reasonable accommodation to use or access our online system, that individual should please contact us at 513-201-7168