Inspector - 1st Shift

Bodycote; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Life insurance

Disability insurance

HSA/FSA

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

EAP

Job summary

Bodycote is seeking an Inspector based in Rancho Dominguez, CA to perform heat-treatment inspections under the supervision of the Quality Manager. Level-ready roles guide progression from Level C to Level A with escalating responsibilities and technical proficiency.

The role covers hardness testing, blueprint reading, documentation, and ensuring conformance to specifications. Must be a US citizen or permanent resident and able to work overtime as required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must be able to read and interpret blueprints with accuracy.
• Proficiency with basic computer skills (MS Office).
• ITAR compliance requires U.S. citizenship or permanent residency.
• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs and perform physical tasks.

Responsibilities

• Accurately perform hardness and other tests and record results.
• Perform visual and dimensional inspection.
• Perform documentation and process review.
• Post inspection packaging.
• Complete conformance and other related paperwork; perform shop audits as required.
• Meet all specification requirements per BMS.
• Report deviations or issues to supervisor or management.

Skills

Reading blueprints

Manual dexterity

English communication

ITAR compliance

Team collaboration

Overtime readiness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

Our people are the heart of our business. As the world’s largest provider of thermal processing services, Bodycote employs thousands of highly skilled staff around the globe, some of the best engineers, scientists, and technicians in the industry. Come join our team!

Due to the nature of our business and a heavy industrial market, Bodycote deems this position to be safety-sensitive.

Position Summary:

Based in Rancho Dominguez the Inspector will perform essential job functions associated with heat treatment under the direction of the Quality Manager to meet customer specifications including assisting other employees as needed.

Level C: Typically 0 - 24 months of inspection experience. Performs work with guidance while developing proficiency in laboratory operations.

• Developing working knowledge of testing equipment, terminology, materials, heat-treating processes, and applicable technical requirements.
• Able to perform routine assignments and read/interpret basic blueprints and specifications with guidance as needed.
• Expected to build technical proficiency, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work increasingly independently.

Level B: Typically 2 - 3 years of laboratory experience. Fully proficient in routine laboratory activities and able to work independently.

• Working knowledge of testing equipment, terminology, commercial and aerospace materials, heat-treating processes, and applicable technical requirements.
• Independently performs routine and moderately complex assignments and reads/interprets blueprints and specifications.
• Identifies and troubleshoots routine issues, collaborates effectively across departments, and may provide guidance to less-experienced employees.

Level A: Typically3 – 5+ years of laboratory experience, with demonstrated advanced technical proficiency. Independently handles complex work and serves as a technical resource to others.

• Advanced knowledge of testing equipment, methods, commercial and aerospace materials, heat-treating processes, and applicable technical requirements.
• Independently performs complex assignments, interprets blueprints and specifications, and troubleshoots non-routine technical issues.
• Serves as a technical resource, mentors/trains less-experienced employees, and contributes to laboratory process and quality improvements.

Essential Job Functions (Duties and Responsibilities): The primary duties consist of, but are not limited to the following.

• Accurately perform hardness and other tests and records results as required.
• Perform visual and dimensional inspection
• Perform documentation and process review
• Post inspection packaging
• Complete conformance and other related paperwork; perform shop audits and or/reviews as required.
• Meet all specification requirements per BMS.
• Bring any deviation, problem or irregularity to supervisor or management.
• Must work in a manner consistent with the EMS.
• Performs other tasks as designated by position.
• Must have the ability to report for work on time, follow directions, interact effectively with co-workers, understand and follow rules and procedures and accept constructive criticism.
• This position is responsible for the care and treatment of our customer’s inventory and as such will perform duties in a safe and responsible manner to prevent customer loss or damage.

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• This position must satisfy ITAR compliance requirements, therefore candidates must be U.S. Citizens or Permanent Resident Card Holder.
• Education – High school diploma or equivalent
• Must have manufacturing, production, or warehouse experience.
• Working knowledge of all testing equipment and terminology preferred
• General knowledge of commercial and aerospace materials and heat treating equipment preferred
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, be detail oriented and possess manual dexterity preferred
• May be required to work overtime or any shift, including weekends
• Must be able to obtain and maintain forklift operator certification
• Must demonstrate the ability to read, write and communicate the English language
• Knowledge and hands on experience of computer applications including Microsoft Office and databases is required

Physical & Mental Demands: The following physical and mental demands consist of, but are not limited to the following.

• Must be able to work in a sitting position for extended periods of time (at desk, while driving, and/or on airplane travel) in an office/industrial environment
• Manual dexterity to perform data entry functions
• Ability to bend, pull, stoop and reach to perform functions
• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs.
• May be exposed to heat, fumes, noise, and humidity, etc.
• Must have the cognitive and mental capacity to perform essential job functions
• Must be able to communicate effectively orally and in writing
• Visual acuity to read documents, computer screens, files, etc.
• Ability to hear in person and via phone

Pay & Benefits Information

The hourly pay range for this position is $18.00 – $22.00 hour. Starting pay is determined based on experience, skills, and qualifications. This position is classified as non-exempt and is eligible for overtime pay in accordance with state and federal law.

Benefits include employee and family medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage; company paid life and disability; HSA/FSA options; 401(k) with company match; paid time off and paid holidays; and an Employee Assistance Program. Benefits eligibility begins on day 61 of employment.

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and levels of the work performed by employees, but are not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, the job description does not constitute a written or implied contract for employment. Bodycote reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.

Bodycote has a longstanding commitment to provide a safe, quality-oriented, and productive work environment and for these reasons, all applicants in the United States who receive a conditional offer of employment must undergo a drug screen before employment begins.

Bodycote is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against current and prospective employees based on race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age for individuals over forty years of age, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state and local laws.