What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Inspector position at Virginia Transformer Corp?
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Job Description – Quality Engineer / Inspectors
About the Role
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Quality Inspectors with an associate degree – Electrical, Electronics or related fields to join our team. This role is critical in ensuring our products and processes meet the highest quality standards, supporting both customer satisfaction and operational excellence. The Quality Engineer will collaborate across departments to maintain compliance, drive improvements, and resolve quality issues.
Key Responsibilities
- Support daily quality control and assurance activities at the plant.
- Perform product inspections, testing, and audits to ensure compliance with specifications and industry standards.
- Assist in root cause analysis for nonconformances and implement corrective/preventive actions.
- Maintain quality records, reports, and documentation for internal and external audits.
- Work closely with production, engineering, and supply chain teams to address quality concerns.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives to reduce defects, improve processes, and increase efficiency.
- Provide training and guidance to operators and technicians on quality standards and procedures.
Qualifications
- Associate Degree in Electrical Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing Technology, or a related field. (Current students are welcome to apply, but must be able to work either the B or D shift, depending on class schedule).
- Basic knowledge of quality management systems (ISO 9001 or equivalent).
- Understanding of inspection methods, measurement tools, and testing procedures.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
- Willingness to learn and grow within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Preferred Skills (Nice to Have)
- Experience in manufacturing or industrial settings.
- Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies.
- Knowledge of statistical process control (SPC) and failure mode analysis.
