Quality Inspector 2nd Shift

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Reporting to the QC Supervisor, the Quality Inspector is responsible for verifying and approving production runs; completing associated paperwork; performing regular quality checks on product on a variety of production machines, and ensuring products meet specifications, and is good to release for sale. Follows all safety rules and company established manufacturing and quality methods and processes while meeting KPI’s (Key Performance Indicators).

You thrive in a fast-paced environment and can adapt quickly to changing priorities.

You enjoy collaborating with multiple departments and building strong cross-functional relationships.

You take initiative and approach challenges with a proactive, problem-solving mindset.

Medium sized company – not too big, not too small – just enough to get things done and see your impact.

Did we say benefits? Full medical, dental, vision, 401k, parental leave, paid holidays, paid time off, short & long term disability insurance, employee assistance program, and more!

You will have the opportunity to lead quality initiatives that directly impact product excellence, customer satisfaction, and continuous improvement across the operation.

The Quality Inspector reports directly to the Quality Supervisor.

This role interacts daily with production.

Responsible for all documentation for products, ensuring the documentation is filled accurately and completely utilizing good documentation practices.

Be able to effectively communicate with all levels of management.

Verify and approve production startup on shop orders and or Batch Records.

Performing First Articles to verify and approve production startup on shop orders and Batch Records.

Be able to properly annotate failures according to company procedures when product fails, properly document the materials and documents, and communicate with the operators and Lead staff.

Work with team throughout the shift to guarantee that all duties and inspections are met throughout the shift.

Cross-train on all inspection duties

Assist in training new employees.

Measurements parts using gauges per specifications and company quality requirements as each product requires.

Visual Attributes Inspection

Label Verification

Line Set Up and Clearance

Digital Scales

Perform quality inspections on shop orders and molding parts for tips, cavities, etc. per Quality Manual at specified intervals.

Collecting samples for inspection from production equipment.

Ability to use basic measuring devices. Comparator Calipers Visual System Drop Gauges Go/No Go Gauges

Comparator

Calipers

Visual System

Drop Gauges

Go/No Go Gauges

Recording checks on Controlled Documentation

All other job duties as assigned.

High School diploma or its equivalent.

Minimum 0-2 years of experience in a field or related area.

Prefer automated machine operation and/or product visual inspection experience in an industrial environment.

Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within the field. Ability to distinguish color.

Ability to use basic measuring devices.

Ability to take direction. Able to work on a team and move to different tasks as required by team.

Must be able to complete paperwork.

Demonstrated proficiency in verbal and written communication in English, with the ability to convey information clearly, accurately, and professionally across all levels of the organization.

This position operates in a manufacturing plant environment. The role routinely involves working around machinery, equipment, and moving mechanical parts. The facility may be subject to varying temperatures, loud noise levels, and airborne particles such as dust or chemical fumes, depending on the area of the plant. This role may require periods of standing, sitting, or walking throughout the workday. Occasional bending, lifting, or carrying items up to 50 pounds may be necessary.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, control, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk. Hearing abilities required for this environment include being able to clearly hear and respond to audible alarms, production equipment, forklifts, and other machinery to maintain a safe work environment. Individuals must be able to distinguish and understand verbal communication including instructions, safety warnings, and team discussions, sometimes in an environment with moderate to high background noise.

US: Young Innovations, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and E-Verify participating employer.