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Quality Control Inspector- 1st Shift

Little Tikes
Hudson, OH Full Time
POSTED ON 10/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/6/2027

1st Shift 7am-3pm

General Responsibilities:

Verify finished goods are compliant to LT Quality Standards and requirements by performing daily inspections using a laptop, product Control Plans, and Visual Work Instructions (VWI). When necessary, hold product that is found to be non-compliant using databases and in-house systems. Communicate findings to all affected functional groups via email/ phone. Perform full builds and FAI (First Article Inspection) as required. Ability to take on inter-department quality initiatives as directed.

Job Duties:

1. Trouble shoot quality problems including root cause analysis and instituting permanent corrective action.

2. Inspect incoming and outgoing components and finished goods per LT inspection and test methods and accurately report findings.

3. Inspector support includes, product builds, general inspection, audits, and some associate training/ follow up.

4. Use our current computer systems to look up product quantities and locations as well as to place and remove items from HOLD status.

5. Communication to all other inspectors of daily activities (QH, HFR, NPNs, Red Wrap, FAI, Overload testing, etc.)

6. Thorough knowledge of in-house molding and assembly operations.

7. Involved closely with new product introduction during pilot and full production stages to ensure a smooth launch with emphasis on process/quality control.

8. Use of ruler, calipers, ultrasonic thickness gauge, go no/go gauge, and other inspection tools.

9. Assist in maintaining weight checkers in production and troubleshoot issues.

Requirements:

· MUST have a tow-motor’s license or the ability to obtain one quickly – this is mandatory.

· Experience in quality, inspection, or testing is not required but preferred.

· Must have the ability to use a PC and MS programs such as Outlook, Excel, and database entry.

· Experience in High Jump.

· Experience working with cross-functional teams.

· Solid verbal and written communication skills.

· Ability to perform the bending, climbing, and lifting (up to 50 lbs) requirements of the position.

· Ability to properly learn how to use, read, and maintain inspection equipment.

· Highly self-motivated with ability to work largely unsupervised.

· Must be a team player with a positive attitude.

· Detail oriented with the ability to read a BOM and follow VWIs and product instruction manuals (IMs).

· Must be able to work with numbers. Must pass basic math (fractions/ decimals) and color-blind test.

· Must have solid attendance record and must be able to work all required overtime.

· Participate in job-enhancing training as required.

· No corrective actions within the past 3 months

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $15.75 - $19.25 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person

Salary : $16 - $19

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