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QC Inspector
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What they do
A Quality Control Analyst, in the biotech and medical device industries, works in laboratories performing biological, microbiological, and chemical tests on products and materials. Responsible for calibrating equipment, inspecting products, processing and testing materials, and reporting results. May work in other production environments to monitor and improve quality and efficiency in production systems and products.
$53,978 / year median in Texas
-11% projected decline
Job Description
SUMMARY:
The Quality Control (QC) Inspector will work closely with our production, quality and project delivery teams to accurately ensure that the organization is delivering high-quality parts and solutions supporting projects that demand exceptional craftsmanship and quality. The candidate must be willing and eager to work in an ISO-9001compliant small company, fast-paced environment where each employee wears multiple hats and fully embraces the get-it-done attitude. The position will report directly to the organization quality manager.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES
include, but not limited to:- Perform receiving, in-process and final inspections for quality, appearance and compliance with customer specifications. Use inspection, test and computing equipment to verify product conformance to quality control standards,
- Thoroughly understand quality procedures and processes while identifying improvement opportunities with regard to procedures, standards, methods and equipment to facilitate work and maintain product quality
- Perform advanced quality control activities such as hardness testing, visually inspecting welds to
AWS D1.1
along with special process verification (painting, plating) and internal auditing- Support and maintain raw material and hardware certifications.
- Initiate, support and maintain the reject reports, rejection databases and inspection records.
- Perform inspections of outgoing shipments to confirm the correct parts and quantity are packed before leaving control of the Quality Management System.
- Analyze and resolve work problems and assist workers in solving problems and recognize when an issue requires Engineering support to properly address.
- Understand, witness and record results of chemical testing in Paint Shop
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
- High school diploma or
GED, 3-5
years related experience in quality control in a manufacturing environment, or an equivalent combination of education or experience- Must be experienced in using inspection equipment such as mechanical gauges, micrometers, calipers, thread gauges, optical comparators, dial indicators, and other measurement tools as needed.
- Ability to read, analyze and interpret safety and procedures furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form
- Ability to follow documented procedures and standards, read and understand drawings, specifications and procedures and to clearly and effectively communicate orally and written with other employees and suppliers in a professional manner.
- Basic understanding of using MS Office software such as Word, Excel and Outlook.
PHYSICAL
DEMANDS andWORK ENVIRONMENT
- Regularly required to stand for extended periods of time.
- Work within a production environment that is noisy and not conditioned
- Physically able to lift up to 50 lbs. unassisted.
- Frequently must bend, reach, and stoop.
- Wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.