What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Inspector position at Valley Cabinet Inc?
Job Title: Quality Inspector
Leader: Operations Leader
Location: De Pere, WI
Join a family-owned company where teamwork, quality, and people come first. At Valley Cabinet, you’ll have opportunities to grow, learn new skills, and be part of a team that takes pride in building products made to last.
Why Work at Valley Cabinet?
- Competitive Pay
- 80 Hours of Paid Time Off (PTO) available upon hire
- Paid Holidays — Eligible upon hire
- Comprehensive Benefits Package — Including Company-Paid Life Insurance & Short-Term Disability, with eligibility beginning the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment.
- 401(k) with up to a 5% employer contribution
- Performance Reviews at 2 months, 6 months, 12 months, and annually thereafter
Work Schedule
Full-time; schedule may vary based on workload and overtime may be required.
Monday–Thursday: 5:30am-3:00pm
Friday: 5:30am-Noon
Job Summary: The Quality Inspector is responsible for performing inspection activities to support manufacturing operations. In this role, you will help ensure materials, components, and finished products meet quality standards and customer expectations. Quality Inspectors work as part of a team to support product quality, production efficiency, and continuous improvement.
Essential Functions:
Quality Inspection & Verification
- Inspect materials, components, and finished products to verify quality standards and specifications.
- Use measuring tools, gauges, and visual inspection methods to evaluate product quality.
- Follow inspection procedures, work instructions, and quality requirements.
- Verify product quality throughout various stages of production.
Quality & Accuracy
- Inspect materials and completed work to ensure quality standards are met.
- Identify defects, inconsistencies, or non-conforming materials and products.
- Document inspection results and maintain accurate quality records.
- Communicate quality concerns and product issues as needed.
- Support quality improvement efforts and corrective actions.
Workflow & Efficiency
- Complete inspections in a timely manner to support production schedules.
- Maintain attention to detail while balancing quality and productivity.
- Support efficient workflow and production operations.
Safety & Organization
- Follow all safety procedures and maintain a clean work environment.
Team Collaboration
- Work collaboratively with team members and leadership.
- Support team goals and overall production success.
Perform other duties as assigned
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Mechanical aptitude.
- Ability to use measuring tools and inspection equipment.
- Ability to read and interpret work instructions, drawings, and specifications.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to identify defects and quality concerns.
- Problem-solving skills and ability to use sound judgment when identifying quality concerns..
- Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and work effectively as part of a team
- Ability to read, write, and communicate in English to understand work instructions, safety guidelines, and job-related communication.
Education and Experience
- Education: High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Experience: Prior manufacturing, assembly, inspection, or quality-related experience preferred, but not required.
Competencies
- Ensures Accountability: Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments. Follows through on responsibilities and consistently delivers quality, accurate, and timely work.
- Collaborates: Works effectively with team members, departments, and business partners to achieve shared goals and maintain positive working relationships.
- Learns and Adapts: Learns new skills, applies feedback constructively, and adjusts effectively to changing processes, priorities, technologies, or business needs.
- Decision Quality: Uses sound judgment, data, experience, and available information to make timely, informed, and effective decisions aligned with business objectives.
- Action Oriented: Maintains a consistent work pace and stays focused on completing assigned tasks safely, efficiently, and with attention to quality.
- Plans and Aligns: Plans and prioritizes work to meet commitments aligned with operational goals. Uses time, resources, and processes effectively to support efficiency and productivity.
This role does not have direct reports
Work Environment- Manufacturing / Production Environment – Roles in this environment involve regular exposure to a shop-floor or manufacturing setting. Work may require standing, walking, bending, lifting, or other physical activity for extended periods. Employees may frequently lift, move, push, or pull materials weighing up to 50 lbs. Employees are expected to follow all safety procedures and may be required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) such as safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, or steel-toe footwear. The environment may include exposure to noise, dust, machinery, temperature variations, and other safety-sensitive conditions typical of a production facility.
At Valley Cabinet we recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying. We know that our differences often can bring about innovation, excellence and meaningful work—therefore, people from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply to our positions. Please let us know if you require reasonable accommodations during the interview process.
Valley Cabinet is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V This organization uses E-Verify. Applicants may be subject to pre-employment screening which may include drug screening, reference checks, employment verifications, background screening and/or skills assessments.