Quality Inspector

Summary:

Responsible to perform first piece, in-process, final, and receiving inspections to verify conformance of product to customer specifications. Inspections are performed using inspection tools to compare parts, materials, and products to drawings or specifications for the purpose of making accept or reject decisions. Responsible to identify, segregate, and process suspect product or materials as needed and participate in sorting or reworking the same when required. Notification to pertinent personnel of any defective conditions found is required continually, for the purpose of rectifying said conditions and maintaining quoted scrap rates.

Responsible to perform visual inspections hourly at various workstations. Detailed inspection records and continual communication are required to be maintained, as well as preservation of all quality related samples and retention products. Support the ISO9001 Business Management System (BMS).

Perform all other quality related activities as defined in this designated Job Description. This position has the authority to provide disposition for shipment, stop and report any process that is producing nonconforming product, and report to management any safety violations. Authorized to make accept and reject decisions on product or components, based on Customer requirements and historical acceptance of specifications/deviations.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Understand Midgard’s Quality Policy as it relates to your job.
• Read and interpret drawings/blueprints, and utilize inspection tools both efficiently and effectively, including calipers, micrometers, dial indicators, pin gages, height gages, Keyence measuring system, etc.
• Perform visual, dimensional, and functional testing/inspection as per established instructions and procedures for first piece, in-process, and final requirements on product, completing inspection data and records, as well as communicating the outcome of such inspections. These testing and inspection processes are performed for accept or reject decisions.
• Perform hourly visual inspections at workstations, verifying processes are being followed as per instructions and resulting product meets specifications.
• Notify shift Production Supervisor if there is a scrap rate higher than the standard scrap percentage on the Work Order, or if there are any issues found during process verification.
• Identify, establish, maintain and preserve first piece parts from each molding production lot, as well as quality samples (tagged, bagged, or on boards), for immediate retrieval and availability.
• Ensure all production and quality samples are provided at each workstation as applicable, before or at the time of start up. Return all samples to designated locations at the end of production runs.
• Maintain daily QA Log with any pertinent information related to production/quality issues and/or changes.
• Perform a walk-thru of the facility with oncoming quality personnel to review parts and communicate any issues or changes incurred through the shift.
• Identify, segregate, and process suspect product or materials as per nonconforming or suspect material procedure and participate in sorting or reworking the same when required. Continual communication in these instances is required for production purposes.
• Notify pertinent personnel (supervisors, operators, management, and quality) of any defective conditions found during production, for the purpose of rectifying said conditions and maintaining quoted scrap rates. Provide any historical visual and testing data as needed to assist with processing decisions.
• Participate in company sponsored training, continuous improvement and team activities.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Qualification Requirements

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to display proficiency in blue print/drawing reading, and the use of all measuring devices. Must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily and have factory experience, good trouble shooting skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with all fellow employees. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and ability required.

Education and/or Experience:

• A high school diploma or equivalent is a minimum requirement. Advanced education is desired. A proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel is required. Quality Assurance experience preferred.

Mathematical Skills:

• Ability to work with basic mathematical concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Physical Demands:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands to handle or feel objects, tools. The employee is frequently required to walk, stand and reach with hands and arms. Lifting of up to 30 lbs. is required.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Quality assurance: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Green Lane, PA 18054 (Preferred)

Work Location: In person