1_Inspector - Level 2

Swagelok; Ohio; On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Swagelok is seeking a Quality Inspector to support the 3rd shift at the Solon plant in Ohio. The role emphasizes basic control methods, process auditing, and adherence to 5S standards to ensure product conformance and data integrity.

The ideal candidate will perform inspections, document results, and communicate quality trends while working independently within standard work. Training may be provided to build proficiency in statistical sampling and equipment use.

Qualifications

• No formal education required.
• Basic understanding of manufacturing prints and product/process specifications.
• Strong math skills.

Responsibilities

• Audit processes using basic control methods.
• Apply deviation system and discipline problem solving.
• Balance workload using the schedule.
• Identify visual criteria for parts.
• Inspect product to ensure conformance.
• Record and document inspection results.
• Follow Swagelok procedures and maintain safety.
• Communicate quality trends and issues.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Interpersonal

Teamwork

Thinking

Work Habits

Emotional Self-Control

Math skills

Job description

Shift:

3rd shift

Facility:

(Main Plant) 29500 Solon Road, Solon, Ohio 44139

Salary Grade:

Hourly D (D)

Position Summary:

At this level, the associate has shown the proficiency to do their job with limited help while maintaining performance objectives on standard work processes. This includes recognition of routine problems and the ability to keep the inspection process running by making appropriate adjustments to correct the problems.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Understands and interprets the application of basic control methods during process auditing
• Understands and may use deviation system
• Understands the concept of Discipline Problem Solving
• Capable of balancing workload (using the schedule to make sound decisions)
• Is fluent in locating documents associated with assigned tasks
• Able to identify visual criteria and features for applicable parts
• Fluent/self-sufficient is assigned plant/environment (processing, manufacturing, assembly and receiving)
• Recognizes and complies with all applicable Swagelok procedures
• Recognizes when to seek out and pursue additional guidance
• Regularly applies accurate judgment on product and process characteristics
• Can correctly answer questions relating to acquired skills
• Performs skills in a timely manner
• Works independently per standard work
• Understands the concepts of 5S visual displays and the metrics listed on the primary Visual Display Board
• Use of various types of inspection equipment
• Ability to analyze statistical process control techniques used in processes
• Execute physical inspection of product to assure product conformance
• Understanding of process flow for internal operations
• Application of statistical sampling plans
• Application of various operational procedures
• Verification and maintenance of inspection equipment
• Entry of records and documentation, in both written and electronic form
• Provide unbiased disposition of product based on established quality requirements
• Prioritization of work by appropriate means
• Conveyance of information pertaining to observed quality trends and issues
• The Inspector must perform the above listed, as well as other assigned responsibilities in a safe and efficient manner.

Education and/or Work Experience

Required:

• No Education Required
• Basic understanding of manufacturing prints and product / process specifications.
• Strong math skills

Critical Competencies:

• Communication: Provides feedback pertaining to observed quality trends and issues; Able to interact with production associates/supervisors regarding quality issues
• Leadership: Integrity
• Interpersonal: Approachable
• Teamwork: Respect; The ability to work as an integral part of the Quality team
• Thinking: Decisive; Take initiative to make decisions
• Work Habits: Attention to detail; Ability to work autonomously
• Emotional Self-Control

Working Conditions and/or Physical Requirements

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
• Ability to pass vision acuity test with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Able to sustain effective visual inspection during their scheduled shift by applying published Swagelok Visual Standards and Standard Work to parts being inspected.
• Must be able to lift on a regular basis between 25 - 35 pounds and occasionally between 35 - 50 pounds. Demonstrate manual dexterity required to properly handle products and gages, able to move throughout the shop floor to gather samples, move parts, etc. Some standing, squatting, kneeling, bending, and twisting is required. In some environments, one must be willing to work in enclosed/confined spaces (clean room).

Swagelok is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants are selected without regard to race, ethnicity, creed, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, pregnancy-related medical conditions, age, national origin or ancestry, disability, genetic information, veteran/military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected characteristic under federal, state or local law.

Swagelok will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act of 2008.

This job summary is intended to be brief and does not list all the duties for this position. Nothing in this job description should be construed as an express or implied contract of employment. Swagelok is an at-will employer, which means that either party is free to terminate the employment relationship at any time, without any advanced notice, for any reason or no reason.