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Paradigm Manufacturing
QC Inspector I: Cosmetic and Assembly-1st Shift
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A Quality Inspector inspects and evaluates products according to company quality control standards. Inspects goods or packaging in a production or manufacturing facility.
$41,178 / year median in Texas
+13% projected growth
Job Description
QC Inspector I:
Cosmetic and Assembly-1st Shift Paradigm Manufacturing - 2.9 Hutto, TX Job Details Full-time From $23 an hour 12 hours ago Benefits Dental insurance 401(k) Employee assistance program Retirement plan Qualifications Measurement-based inspection Customer communication Writing skills High school diploma or GED Manufacturing facility experience Documentation tools Math Pareto charts Attention to detail Precision measurement in machining Mechanical quality control procedures Desktop applications Productivity software Hand tools Full Job DescriptionJOB SUMMARY
Perform mechanical and visual inspection at all levels of parts and raw materials (as determined by the Materials Department) to ensure quality standards are met. Inclusive of Receiving, In-Process, Outside Process, and Final Inspections and/or Audits.Position Responsibilities:
- Verify the quality of parts related to all inspection/audit levels.
- Perform cosmetic reviews for painted or plated surfaces.
- Review customer-supplied drawings and specifications to determine any critical dimensions.
- Complete any documentation required for conformance to customer specifications and/or internal procedures.
- Communicate non-conformances to respective managers or shift supervisors, determine the necessity for MRB, and obtain signatures as required for completion of Nonconformance Reports.
- Responsibility for inspecting product and first articles; Miscalculations could result in substantial loss due to scrapped parts, which are unable to be salvaged or reworked and defective parts being shipped to the customer.
- Responsible for performing First Piece inspections at any operation within the manufacturing facility including paint inspection, sheet metal, or machined parts as required.
- Must interact effectively and efficiently with all manufacturing, materials, and other departmental employees.
EXPERIENCE
- 1 - 2 years of experience with increasing levels of inspection processes using various handheld measuring tools along with an introduction to automated measuring devices preferred.
- Mathematical ability is normally acquired through high school education or equivalent required.
- Communication, writing, and reading ability normally acquired through high school education to be placed in successful usage to all levels of management required.
- Physical ability to perform normal activities common to the inspection trade, including lifting to 30 lbs., and the ability to hold and measure parts required.
- Ability to use judgment to obtain accurate and precise measurements for determining acceptance and rejection based upon the use of drawings, procedures, specifications, and appearance required.
- Overall ability to be accurate and expedient, thus avoiding substantial losses of material, labor, defective parts, or late shipments being shipped to the customer required.
- Ability to clean and use care in the day-to-day usage and cleaning of inspection tools required. Neglect could result in inaccurate inspection of parts and damage or loss of tools.
- The ideal candidate would be diplomatic and able to communicate effectively under high-stress conditions.
EXPERIENCE
- High School diploma; GED; 2 years of previous experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- 2 years of previous experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment is preferred.
- Previous knowledge or experience in reading blueprints or schematics.
- Excellent communication skills both written and oral.
- Ability to work effectively with internal and external customers.
- Strong attention to detail.
CRITICAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Ability to use normal inspection instruments related to metal fabrication process such as (calipers, gauges, rulers, scales, related hand tools, gloss meter, and paint thickness gage) required.
- Ability to use basic software applications, such as MS Office, and to learn MieTrak, and various types of Quality Management software required.
- Knowledge of inspection techniques acquired through minimal experience in production manufacturing is required.
- Ability to handle a high volume of parts and package at a quick pace while maintaining accuracy of work.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to multi-task.
- Handle stress and occasional pressure in the workplace to meet production and customer delivery deadlines.