Description
JOB SUMMARY
The Senior Quality Control Inspector is responsible for verifying that incoming materials, in-process components, and finished products meet established quality and customer requirements. The position supports UltraTape quality operations by performing inspections and testing, maintaining accurate quality records, coordinating material review and corrective action activities, and partnering with Production, Engineering, Sales, and customers to resolve quality issues and improve processes.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Conduct incoming, in-process, and final inspections and testing of materials, parts, and products to verify conformance with specifications and quality standards.
- Establish or recommend inspection methods, sampling procedures, and appropriate measuring or test equipment for assigned products and processes.
- Accurately document inspection and test results and complete Certificates of Conformance and Certificates of Analysis.
- Collect, maintain, and compile quality records and product-compliance documentation, including applicable Underwriters Laboratories, Canadian Standards Association, Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals, and Restriction of Hazardous Substances records.
- Lead Material Review Board meetings and coordinate timely disposition and follow-up for nonconforming materials and products.
- Support root cause analysis and resolution of customer complaints, returned material authorizations, corrective action requests, and Corrective and Preventive Action activities in collaboration with Quality, Production, Engineering, Sales, and customers.
- Recommend and support revisions to quality control procedures and work instructions based on inspection findings, risk, and process performance.
- Assist Engineering with process improvements, material qualifications, and qualification of tools, artwork, jigs, and related production resources.
- Process stock-check requests and stock orders assigned, while maintaining accurate records and product traceability.
- Perform assigned work independently within established procedures and escalate significant quality, safety, compliance, or customer-impact issues to the Supervisor, Quality Control.
- Perform other duties as assigned over the course of employment.
Requirements Education, Experience, and Training:
- High school diploma or General Educational Development credential.
- At least three years of quality control, inspection, or related manufacturing quality experience.
- Experience performing inspections, documenting results, maintaining quality records, and supporting nonconformance or corrective action processes.
- Equivalent combinations of education, training, and relevant experience may be considered when they demonstrate the ability to perform the essential functions of the position.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Working knowledge of inspection methods, sampling practices, quality documentation, and standard quality control concepts and procedures.
- Familiarity with International Organization for Standardization 9001 quality management system requirements.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook and the ability to maintain accurate electronic and paper records.
- Ability to analyze inspection and quality data, identify trends or nonconformances, and communicate actionable findings.
- Ability to follow detailed instructions, exercise sound judgment, organize work, and perform responsibilities with limited day-to-day oversight.
- Meticulous attention to detail and consistent use of good documentation practices.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to read, write, and speak English fluently.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Associate's degree in quality, manufacturing, engineering technology, or a related field.
- Experience with laboratory equipment, analytical testing, material qualification, or production tooling qualification.
- Experience supporting customer complaints, returned material authorizations, Material Review Board activities, root cause analysis, and Corrective and Preventive Action processes.
- Experience maintaining product-compliance documentation, including Underwriters Laboratories, Canadian Standards Association, Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals, or Restriction of Hazardous Substances records.