IQS Inspector

Kloeckner Metals - Americas; Lancaster (SC); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Health insurance

Health Savings Account

Wellness Stipend

Life insurance

Disability Insurance

Adoption Assistance

Fertility Navigation Support

Referral Program

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Discount

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Kloeckner Metals - Americas is seeking an IQS Inspector to ensure finished and in-process parts meet customer quality and packaging specifications. The role supports quality control, with emphasis on paint conformity, stamping, and packaging compliance in a fast-paced metals environment.

The 1st shift runs 6:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m., with overtime as needed. Candidates should have at least 2 years in a quality role, basic math and mechanical skills, and clear communication abilities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 2 years in a quality position or related field, metals industry preferred.
• Experience in an industrial warehouse environment preferred.
• Basic math and mechanical skills required.
• Clear verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Inspect parts for quality and defects, ensuring adherence to customer specifications.
• Verify painting conformity according to customer requirements.
• Ensure packaging compliance and proper stamping notifications.
• Inspect materials before outside processing per specifications.
• Touch up parts to rectify defects or paint errors.
• Identify non-conforming parts and arrange returns to supplier.
• Review work orders to determine stamping needs and raise discrepancies.
• Secure weld nuts and ensure threads are not painted.
• Maintain cleanliness, correct paint errors, and tidy up as needed.
• Accurately count products to prevent shrinkage and discrepancies.
• Document inspections and report issues to supervisor.
• Adhere to safety protocols and perform basic housekeeping.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Verbal communication

Written communication

Basic math

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Summary

The IQS Inspector is responsible for inspecting finished and in-process parts/materials to ensure compliance with customer quality and packaging specifications. This role is pivotal in maintaining product quality standards and meeting customer expectations.

• 1st Shift Hours: 6:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m., with availability to work overtime as needed.

Summary Of Essential Job Functions/Responsibilities

• Inspect parts for quality and defects, ensuring adherence to customer specifications
• Verify that all parts are painted according to customer requirements, with no areas left exposed unless specified
• Ensure suppliers pack parts in compliance with customer packaging requirements
• Inspect materials before outside processing to confirm completion of production steps per specifications
• Touch up parts as necessary to rectify any defects or paint errors
• Identify non-conforming parts and arrange for their return to the supplier, tagging rejected products appropriately
• Review work orders to determine which products require stamping and notify management of any discrepancies
• Secure weld nuts on products and ensure threads are not painted
• Maintain cleanliness of products, correcting paint errors and cleaning as needed
• Accurately count products to prevent shrinkage and count discrepancies
• Document all inspections thoroughly and report any issues to the supervisor
• Adhere to safety protocols and company policies, performing basic housekeeping duties as required
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of 2 years prior experience in a quality position or related field, preferably in the metals industry
• Prior experience in an industrial warehouse environment, preferably in the metals industry
• Basic math skills
• Basic mechanical skills
• Clear verbal and written communication skills
• Detailed oriented

Working Conditions

• Fast-paced, clean, organized, and process-oriented environment
• Must be able to stand constantly and lift up to 50 lbs.

Benefits

• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Health insurance - Medical/Prescription Drug/Dental Vision
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Wellness Stipend
• Paid Life insurance
• Paid Short / Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Adoption Assistance (Financial)
• Adoption & Fertility Navigation Support
• Referral Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discount
• Tuition reimbursement