Inspector I Quality Control

Smiths Group; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitve salary

Benefits package

Performance-related incentives

Job summary

A leading engineering company in the United States seeks a Quality Inspector to ensure product quality by inspecting parts before manufacturing use. The role requires attention to detail and knowledge of engineering drawings. Responsibilities include inspecting parts from suppliers and reporting defects to the Quality Manager. Candidates must be adaptable to changes, possess strong problem-solving skills, and be able to work weekends when necessary. The company fosters a collaborative environment and offers professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Adaptable to a changing work environment.
• Attention to detail and ability to focus on assignments.
• Knowledge of reading engineering technical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Inspect new parts from suppliers with little supervision.
• Identify and report defects to Quality Manager.
• Assist in creation of NCRs for failed inspections.

Skills

Adaptability

Attention to detail

Knowledge of engineering drawings

Problem solving

Knowledge of inspection tools

Computer skills

Ability to work weekends

Tools

Scopes

Calipers

Micrometers

Keyence vision systems

OGP SmartScope

Job description

Job Description

Job Purpose: Inspection of parts to design tolerances to ensure the quality of the product prior to use in manufacturing.

Responsibilities:

• Inspect new parts received from internal and external suppliers in a timely manner with little supervision. Identify & report defects to Quality Manager or Quality Engineer.
• Partner daily with Quality Manager for priorities and inspection needs.
• Report non-conforming material to Quality Manager or Quality Engineer.
• Know how to read and interpret engineering drawings, including GD&T callouts.
• Know the production priorities for the work day and help to assure the completion of production priority work.
• Assist in creation of NCRs for product which fails inspection.
• Perform sorting operations when the need arises.
• Other duties as assigned, depending on the needs of the site.

Qualifications

Technical Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Must be adaptable to a changing work environment, completing jobs and must be able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Attention to details and ability to focus on assignment.
• Knowledge of reading engineering technical drawings, including GD&T callouts.
• Good problem solving and Quality background strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of inspection tools (i.e. scopes, calipers, micrometers, etc) along with ability to focus for an extended amount of time while using microscope.
• Knowledge or experience with visual inspection tools, such as Keyence or OGP SmartScope, is highly preferred.
• Have good computer skills and able to use Microsoft office products.
• Must be able to work weekends when needed.

Planning and Decision Making:

• Excellent organizational skill to manage the daily shipment prioritization requirements.
• Speedy communication of defects found.
• Ability to prioritize and complete ongoing tasks.

Impact and Scope:

• 100% of product to be inspected prior to shipping.
• 100% Customer Satisfaction.

Identified training mandatory for the role to be completed competently

• Reading of engineering drawings.
• Operation and proficiency of Keyence vision systems and OGP SmartScope.

Key Internal & External Stakeholders & Relationships

• Quality Manager
• Manufacturing
• Planning

Travel %: 0

Additional Information

Why Smiths Interconnect?

• Global Impact: As part of Smiths Group, a global engineering leader, you’ll be working on ground-breaking technologies that make a difference in industries that are shaping the future.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development and career progression across Smiths Interconnect and the wider Smiths Group.
• Innovative Culture: Join a collaborative and innovative team, where your ideas and contributions are valued and rewarded.
• Competitive Package: We offer a competitive salary, benefits package, and performance-related incentives.
• Location: Dundee is an exciting city with a growing tech sector and vibrant cultural scene, making it a great place to live and work.

We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.

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