Quality Inspector

Position: Quality Inspector

Job Description

We are looking for a responsible Quality Inspector to check the quality of all incoming and outgoing material and products and production procedures. You will be a firm advocate of quality in our business. The ideal candidate will possess a trained eye for detail and will be reliable and committed. In-depth knowledge and comprehension of quality standards is essential. The goal is to ensure that our products are made of flawless materials with well-functioning equipment. That way our customers will enjoy high-quality merchandise so that we can achieve long-term success.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Approve or reject raw materials with respect to quality standards and record supplier performance.
• Select output samples and check them using appropriate methods (measuring dimensions, testing functionality, comparing to specifications, etc.).
• Maintain records of testing, information, and various metrics such as number of defective products per day.
• Inspect procedures of the entire production cycle to ensure they are efficient and comply with safety standards.
• Monitor the use of equipment to ensure it is safe and well-maintained and discard any that doesn’t meet requirements.
• Perform rework on parts that do not meet quality specifications, including minor repairs and adjustments to ensure conformity.
• Utilize tools such as heat guns and other hand tools to aid in rework or assembly processes as required.
• Visually inspect parts for color consistency, surface finish, and paint quality; requires precise hand-eye coordination and ability to analyze subtle differences in color and texture.
• Perform touch-up painting using water-based paint solutions to correct minor defects.
• Operate hand-held tools that may produce prolonged vibration; must be able to withstand continuous hand-to-hand vibration during inspection or rework processes.
• Rotate job duties with other staff members to support team flexibility and meet business needs.
• Prepare and submit reports to the quality supervisor.

Skills/Abilities

• Proven experience as a quality inspector or relevant role
• A keen eye for detail and a results-driven approach
• Responsible and trustworthy
• Thorough knowledge of quality control standards and testing methodologies
• Working knowledge of MS Office

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

• Excellent manual dexterity and hand/eye coordination
• No visual impairment that would affect color vision, depth perception, ability to adjust and focus.
• No restrictions preventing the ability to lift and/or move up to 35 pounds.
• Able to support and cross train between departments as business needs require.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma (Preferable)
• Minimum of 1 year experience
• Must be at least 18 years old