Inspector

Canton Drop Forge, Inc.; Canton (OH); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Canton Drop Forge, Inc. is seeking an Inspector to verify forgings meet specifications using gauges and visual checks. The role emphasizes documenting findings, removing defects with grinders, and maintaining quality records to support process control.

You must read and follow prints and instructions in English. Initial training on day shift is provided, with shift assignments by seniority. The position is on-site in a manufacturing environment with comprehensive benefits and equal opportunity

Qualifications

• Ability to use measurement tools.
• Basic knowledge of quality inspection.
• Experience using hand grinders is preferred.
• Ability to interpret basic work instructions and prints.
• Able to follow verbal and written instructions in English.
• Attention to detail and ability to identify defects.
• Experience in manufacturing or quality inspection preferred.
• Demonstrates commitment to safety, quality, and workmanship

Responsibilities

• Inspect forgings and components to verify compliance with specifications.
• Perform visual inspections to identify surface defects and irregularities.
• Use measuring tools to verify dimensions and tolerances.
• Identify and document internal and external defects.
• Communicate inspection results to support quality and process control.
• Remove defects using hand-held and stationary grinding equipment.
• Maintain accurate inspection records and documentation.
• Follow work instructions, safety procedures, and quality standards.
• Maintain proper housekeeping in work areas.
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Skills

Measurement tools

Quality inspection

Attention to detail

Safety compliance

English proficiency

Tools

Calipers

Grinders (hand)

Job description

Shifts are Monday through Friday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM / 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM / 11:00 PM - 7:00 AM

• Note: As a union-based employer, we are unable to guarantee any shift preference following initial training on day shift. Shift preference is granted by seniority. All candidates should expect to work afternoon shift or night shift at some point following initial training.

Pay Rate:$25.00 per hour

About Us

Canton Drop Forge is a worldwide leader in Custom and Closed Die Forgings. Thanks to our over 100 years of prosperity as a company, we provide top benefits for our valued employees to prosper and reach their greatest potentials. Becoming a member of Canton Drop Forge means joining a team that benefits from more than a century of learned knowledge and industry skills.

At Canton Drop Forge, you'll gain valuable experience in servicing our six major markets of expertise. We lead the way in closed die forging innovation for the aerospace, oilfield, power generation, mechanical power transmission, off-highway and railway industries.

Position Overview

The Inspector inspects forgings to ensure they meet specifications using measuring tools and visual inspection to identify defects. Verifies dimensions, checks for surface and internal defects, and communicates findings to support quality and process control. Removes defects using various hand-held and stationary grinding equipment. Other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Inspect forgings and components to verify compliance with specifications.
• Perform visual inspections to identify surface defects and irregularities.
• Use measuring tools to verify dimensions and tolerances.
• Identify and document internal and external defects.
• Communicate inspection results to support quality and process control.
• Remove defects using hand-held and stationary grinding equipment.
• Maintain accurate inspection records and documentation.
• Follow work instructions, safety procedures, and quality standards.
• Maintain proper housekeeping in work areas.
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Job Requirements

• Ability to use measurement tools.
• Basic knowledge of quality inspection.
• Experience using hand grinders is preferred.
• Ability to interpret basic work instructions and prints.
• Able to follow verbal and written instructions in English.
• Attention to detail and ability to identify defects.
• Experience in manufacturing or quality inspection preferred.
• Demonstrates commitment to safety, quality, and workmanship

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to stand 100% of the time.
• Job involves standing, walking, twisting, turning, reaching, bending, climbing steps, lifting, pushing, and pulling. Walking on uneven surfaces.
• Must be able to lift up to 75-pounds repeatedly

Canton Drop Forge is an equal opportunity employer; qualified applicants are considered for and treated during employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

Canton Drop Forge offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package including medical, dental, life, disability, retirement, and paid time off.

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation and thorough drug screen.

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