Grinding & Quality Inspector - Manufacturing

Timken; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits

Job summary

Timken is seeking an inspector to join our manufacturing team in Honea Path, SC. The role focuses on rigorous inspection of parts to government, Timken, and customer specifications, using multiple gauges and measurement devices to ensure conformance.

You will qualify parts, perform gauge setups, and communicate variations to supervisors while adhering to quality and safety standards. This position supports a 100% standing workday in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• An acceptable level of mathematics.
• Requires lifting and material handling up to 40 lbs 90% of the work day.
• Annual eye exam required.
• Stand 100% of the work day.

Responsibilities

• Conducts inspections according to government requirements, Timken specifications, and customer specifications.
• Inspects visually for surface defects and dimensionally for compliance with specifications using a variety of gauging equipment and masters.
• Performs off line inspections using Computerized Profile Gauge, Rib Optical gauge, and Roundess Concentricity Flatness gauge.
• Measures parts to print per the applicable prints/Work Instructions. Pass or holds product for disposition.
• Plans and performs gauge set-ups as required.
• Notifies setter operator or supervisor of variations from tolerances.
• Etches product to determine existence of grinding injury.
• Polishes materials to remove etch stain according to specified finish requirements.
• Operates polishing and hand grinders.
• Procures, handles, and moves materials and equipment using a hand truck, hoist, or by hand carrying.
• Follows quality procedures related to documentation.
• May require rotation of work assignments in various workstations or manufacturing cells.
• Maintain knowledge of current quality and safety system(s) and other regulatory compliance related to this position.
• Refer to Ergonomic Job Descriptions for the physical job requirements.
• This position is responsible to the Department Supervisor

Skills

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Timken is seeking an inspector to join our manufacturing team in Honea Path, SC. The role focuses on rigorous inspection of parts to government, Timken, and customer specifications, using multiple gauges and measurement devices to ensure conformance.

You will qualify parts, perform gauge setups, and communicate variations to supervisors while adhering to quality and safety standards. This position supports a 100% standing workday in a fast-paced environment.