What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Inspector position at Wabash?
- Duties and Responsibilities
- Support a variety of manufacturing operations using various quality tools and techniques such as inspecting, gathering data, containment, problem solving, help implement problem resolutions and follow up on actions.
- Will use a variety of measuring tools, documentation, audits, capability studies, lead improvement projects, and exercise independent judgment based on facts/data.
- Performs work at a level consistent with Transcraft standard practices and follows all Safety standards/policies.
- Must be willing to work flexible shifts/hours as required.
- Will report to the Quality Engineer, Quality Manager or department head.
- Supervisory Responsibilities
None. Will support and lead EOL inspectors
- Qualifications
- Must have good written and verbal communication skills.
- High School degree or G.E.D equivalent.
- 2 year associate degree or better, or ASQ Certified Quality Tech preferred.
- Minimum of 3 years prior quality experience preferred.
- Detail oriented, work with facts/data to make sound decisions, self-motivated, can lead and be an example for others.
Skills to include:
- Problem Solving (8D, 5 Why, etc),
- Statistical data/analysis (capability studies, Pareto charts, Histograms, control charts, etc. with variable or attribute data).
- ISO 9001 (Lead Certified Auditor).
- Conduct process/lot audits to meet ISO compliance.
- Manage the measurement and test equipment, torque wrenches, dial calibers, weld gages in calibration database.
- Understand document control and its processes.
- Conduct PPAP (Production Part Approval Process) functional and dimensional trials.
- Processing nonconforming material and conducting receiving inspection.
- Basic welding and visual welding inspection knowledge.
- Basic knowledge of paint and visual paint inspection.
- Understand basics engineering concepts, fit, form, and function.
- Able to create Inspection Standards from prints, design standards or other required standards.
- Knowledge of Excel, Word, ERP software (SAP, Oracle, etc), email, statistical software, CAD basics, and capable and willing to learn additional computer programs as needed.
- Physical Demands
Requires minimum of eight hours of standing, bending, squatting, kneeling, pushing, pulling, walking, and climbing on or under trailers with a full range of body motions/mechanics.
Regularly required to lift up to 25 pounds, frequently required to lift up to 50 pounds with occasional lift of up to 75 pounds may be required.
Must be able to work in an environment requiring the use of ladders, stairs, climbing on and under trailer, and/or working on/from a platform.
May be required to operate a variety of power/hand tools, measuring devices, and/or test equipment
Utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.
- Working Conditions and Environment
The work environment includes exposure to high decibel noise, varying temperature and weather conditions, metal welding processes, assembly processes, wood cutting, and paint processes which may include exposure to various chemicals and solvents as well as paints and caulking.