HVAC Quality Inspector | ISO & Continuous Improvement

Smardt Inc.; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Dental Benefits from day 1

401K matching program

Collaborative global environment

Job summary

Smardt Inc. in Phoenix, AZ, is seeking a Quality Control Inspector to validate product quality throughout manufacturing, ensuring conformance to Smardt Quality Standards, regulatory codes, engineering specs, and customer requirements.

You will perform in-process, receiving, and final inspections, manage non-conformances with cross‑functional teams, and support audits, CAPA, and continuous improvement to raise quality and efficiency.

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience as a Quality Inspector or in a related manufacturing quality role.
• Experience in HVAC, mechanical equipment, or industrial manufacturing environments.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 or similar quality management systems.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, engineering specifications, and assembly documentation.
• Strong attention to detail and inspection accuracy.
• Knowledge of inspection tools and measurement equipment (calipers, micrometers, gauges, etc.).
• Working knowledge of MS Office and digital documentation systems.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform in-process inspections to verify product conformance through visual inspections, dimensional checks, and measurement tests.
• Conduct receiving inspections of raw materials and components to ensure compliance with specifications and purchase requirements.
• Perform final inspections of completed assemblies and products prior to shipment.
• Verify that products comply with engineering drawings, specifications, and customer requirements.
• Review work orders, drawings, and inspection documentation for completeness and accuracy.
• Identify, document, and track non-conformances and quality deviations.
• Work cross-functionally with production, engineering, and supply chain teams to investigate and resolve quality issues.
• Support root cause analysis and corrective action processes (RCA / CAPA) to prevent recurrence.
• Assist in evaluating rework, repair, and disposition of non-conforming materials.
• Maintain and organize inspection records, quality reports, and test documentation.
• Ensure proper completion of quality documentation for projects, inspections, and corrective actions.
• Support traceability and documentation requirements in accordance with quality management system standards.
• Maintain inspection and test equipment to ensure tools are accurate, calibrated, and compliant with quality procedures.
• Assist in verifying measurement systems and inspection tools used during manufacturing.
• Support internal and external ISO quality audits, including preparation of documentation and inspection records.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance manufacturing processes and reduce defects.
• Provide feedback to production teams to improve product quality, process consistency, and manufacturing efficiency.
• Communicate inspection findings and quality concerns to production supervisors and quality leadership.
• Provide guidance to production personnel regarding quality requirements and inspection standards.
• Assist with training or guidance related to quality procedures and inspection practices.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reading drawings

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Technical diploma/DEP/DEC equivalent

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Gauges

Job description

Smardt Inc. in Phoenix, AZ, is seeking a Quality Control Inspector to validate product quality throughout manufacturing, ensuring conformance to Smardt Quality Standards, regulatory codes, engineering specs, and customer requirements.

You will perform in-process, receiving, and final inspections, manage non-conformances with cross‑functional teams, and support audits, CAPA, and continuous improvement to raise quality and efficiency.