2nd Shift Quality Inspector - Forks Township, PA

Victaulic Company; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top Workplace

Safety Program

401k Plan

Healthcare Benefits

Employee Assistance

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Program

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Disability Insurance

Job summary

Victaulic is seeking a Quality Inspector to support safety, quality control, and continuous improvement at our facility in the United States. You will inspect in-process and finished products, document results, and help identify root causes of defects.

The role requires 2–3 years of quality-related experience, foundry experience preferred, and the ability to work varied shifts. Strong attention to detail and communication skills are essential to ensure compliance with procedures and standards.

Qualifications

• High School graduate, or equivalent.
• 2-3 years of experience in a quality-related role preferred.
• Foundry experience preferred.
• Read and understand engineering procedures, drawings, dimensions, and tolerances.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify defects.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Capable of working varying shifts, as designated, and occasional Saturdays or overtime during the week.

Responsibilities

• Understand and abide by all Company safety rules, regulations, and policies.
• Ensure that safe and sanitary working conditions are maintained in the facility in accordance with Company standards, as well as state & federal laws and regulations.
• Know and understand your OSHA rights.
• Conduct safety training topics as required or needed.
• Responsible for attending all assigned safety meetings, toolbox talks, and safety training sessions.
• As required, promptly investigate accidents and near misses, completing appropriate reports and taking action to eliminate root causes.
• Report immediately to the Plant Manager, Plant Superintendent, or Shift Supervisor any injury, unsafe act or condition, or any failure of plant equipment.
• Perform in-process and finished product inspections to ensure they meet Victaulic specifications.
• Document inspection results by filling out reports and logs, summarizing rework and scrap, and entering data into quality databases.
• Notify management and supervision of any nonconformances or discrepancies.
• Actively participate in Scrap Reduction Program (SRP) by performing in-process inspection and pre-production audits as required.
• Instruct hourly personnel on proper use of computer systems to view and record data for job histories, requirement for jobs, hot inspection checks, etc.
• Instruct hourly personnel on the proper use of measuring equipment.
• Confirm its correct use during setup and production.
• Collaborate with production teams to identify quality issues and implement solutions.
• Provide feedback and recommendations for improving product quality and manufacturing processes.
• Assist in training production staff on and quality standards, inspection techniques, and company procedures.
• Perform technical duties or special assignments as assigned by the Plant Manager, Quality Manager, or Plant Superintendent.
• Possess the authority to make disposition on and release product to next process including release to customer.

Skills

Attention to detail

Quality control experience

Communication skills

Independent work

Shift flexibility

Education

Quality Assurance Certification (ASQ)

Tools

Inspection tools: calipers, micrometers, gauges

Job description

Job Description Come join a global leader in pipe joining solutions! Victaulic has what you’re looking for – career opportunity, professional development, excellent benefits, and a collaborative work environment. Our people are our best asset, so we take care of them.

About Us: Victaulic is a global leader in mechanical pipe joining innovations and is the world's leading producer of mechanical pipe joining solutions. The company has 13 manufacturing facilities and 28 branches worldwide with 4,400 employees who speak 43 languages across the globe. With over 2000 global patents, Victaulic solutions are at work in more than 140 countries across diverse business lines including oil and gas, chemical, mining, power generation, water and wastewater treatment, military and marine, as well as commercial building and fire protection. Since the 1950’s Victaulic has been providing ground-breaking fire protection products and system solutions for challenges faced by engineers, contractors, property managers and fire marshals. Victaulic is a leading fire protection manufacturer of innovative fire products and firefighting systems including fire sprinklers, fire extinguishing and fire suppression systems, pipe couplings and fittings, and flow control valves. These products are used in commercial, infrastructure and industrial applications to protect people and property.

Responsibilities & Duties

• Understand and abide by all Company safety rules, regulations, and policies.


• Ensure that safe and sanitary working conditions are maintained in the facility in accordance with Company standards, as well as state & federal laws and regulations.


• Know and understand your OSHA rights.


• Conduct safety training topics as required or needed.


• Responsible for attending all assigned safety meetings, toolbox talks, and safety training sessions.


• As required, promptly investigate accidents and near misses, completing appropriate reports and taking action to eliminate root causes.


• Report immediately to the Plant Manager, Plant Superintendent, or Shift Supervisor any injury, unsafe act or condition, or any failure of plant equipment.


• Perform in-process and finished product inspections to ensure they meet Victaulic specifications.


• Document inspection results by filling out reports and logs, summarizing rework and scrap, and entering data into quality databases.


• Notify management and supervision of any nonconformances or discrepancies.


• Actively participate in Scrap Reduction Program (SRP) by performing in-process inspection and pre-production audits as required.


• Instruct hourly personnel on proper use of computer systems to view and record data for job histories, requirement for jobs, hot inspection checks, etc.


• Instruct hourly personnel on the proper use of measuring equipment.


• Confirm its correct use during setup and production.


• Collaborate with production teams to identify quality issues and implement solutions.


• Provide feedback and recommendations for improving product quality and manufacturing processes.


• Assist in training production staff on and quality standards, inspection techniques, and company procedures.


• Perform technical duties or special assignments as assigned by the Plant Manager, Quality Manager, or Plant Superintendent.


• Possess the authority to make disposition on and release product to next process including release to customer.

Qualifications (education, experience, skills, personal attributes)

• High School graduate, or equivalent.


• 2-3 years of experience in a quality-related role preferred.


• Foundry experience preferred.


• Read and understand engineering procedures, drawings, dimensions, and tolerances.


• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify defects.


• Knowledge of quality control standards, inspection techniques, and testing methods.


• Proficiency in using inspection tools and equipment, such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges.


• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.


• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.


• Capable of working varying shifts, as designated, and occasional Saturdays or overtime during the week.


• Certification in Quality Assurance or Quality Control (e.g., ASQ Certified Quality Inspector) is a plus.

Why Victaulic?

• The Morning Calls Top Work Place Opportunity for growth and Innovation


• VPP World Class Safety Program


• Company Events


• Company Matched 401k Plan


• Comprehensive Healthcare Benefits


• Employee Assistance Program


• Education Assistance / Tuition Reimbursement Program


• Wellness Program Benefits effective first day of employment.


• Medical


• Vision


• Dental


• Prescription


• Disability Life Insurance


• 401K matching


• Tuition reimbursement (effective 6 months after hire)

Victaulic is a leader in pipe joining solutions, with over 5,500 employees involved in some of the most prestigious construction projects worldwide. From the Hoover Dam to Bird’s Nest National Olympic Stadium in Beijing, Victaulic is there—increasing stability and sustainability wherever we go. While working for a fast-growing global leader is attractive, most Victaulic employees feel our best attributes are what we do for our people. This means doing things like building from within, sticking to our word, taking care of each other, and doing the right thing even when no one is watching. This blend of extraordinary opportunity and genuine caring is why so many people choose to build their lives and careers with us.