Operations Inspector

Ian Martin Group; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Ian Martin Group seeks an Operations Inspector for an onsite role in Irvine, CA. You will perform detailed inspections, oversee cosmetic and final inspections, and ensure products meet quality standards. The position requires 3+ years of QA experience and proficiency with MS Office, plus the ability to read drawings and EO instructions.

The role is 12 months, 40 hours per week, on a 5:00 AM–1:30 PM schedule with potential OT, and is paid $23.00/hour on W2.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of quality inspection experience in a production/manufacturing environment.
• Experience with quality control techniques and QA mindset.
• Experience using test equipment for troubleshooting.
• Proficient in MS Word and Excel for daily records.
• Ability to read assembly drawings and Engineering Orders (EO).

Responsibilities

• Ensure QA practices and safety policies are followed.
• Document inspection results and log data into QA database.
• Coordinate with groups to analyze and resolve active concerns.
• Communicate results and ensure traceability of information.
• Complete paperwork accurately and timely.
• Guide team toward continuous quality improvements.
• Coordinate with RMA, Production, Engineering, Receiving Inspection and others.
• Assist with rework to meet specs.
• Participate in inventory counts.
• Maintain 6S standards in work areas.
• Train assemblers and cross-train as requested.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Quality inspection

MS Word

MS Excel

Read drawings

Communication

Troubleshooting

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

SAP

Test equipment

Job description

Operations Inspector

• Pay Rate: $23.00/hour (on W2)
• Contract Length: 12 months
• Location: Onsite | Irvine CA 92618
• Schedule: 1st shift | 5:00 AM - 1:30 PM with OT as needed (5 days per week, 8.00 hours per day)

Job Overview

Under general supervision from the supervisor, the Operations Inspector provides detailed inspection and assessment of data related to failures to identify process failures and recommend improvements to avoid failures. This position will also perform the duties of the Cosmetic Inspection process in Production and RMA and oversee In Process and Final Visual Inspections on Production/RMA product lines, as needed. The Operations Inspector will manually inspect finished products for failure modes (except documentation-related gaps), ensuring products leave the facility according to Quality Standards for items that can be monitored after ATP is final (cosmetic, packaging, assembly, etc.). This includes removing any container whose contents shows evidence of contamination with visible foreign matter or other defects that have been established by the company's inspection training.

Responsibility

• Ensure that all quality assurance and control practices, processes, and procedures are adhered to, including safe work policies and procedures.
• Documents inspection results by completing reports and logs, summarizes rework and waste, and inputs data into the quality database.
• Engage and coordinate with different groups to analyze and resolve active concerns.
• Verify and communicate the results obtained and to make the entries into the appropriate media, whether print or electronic, required to ensure the validity and traceability of the information.
• Complete associated paperwork accurately and timely, which may require specified methodology or data analysis.
• Guide the team toward continuous improvement quality goals by following processes and adhering to the highest ethical standards.
• Communicate and coordinate with RMA, Production, Engineering, Receiving Inspection, and other company personnel to promote smooth exercise of duties assigned.
• Assist with rework activities to ensure reworked product meets set specifications.
• Participates in Inventory Counts, as needed.
• Work in other areas of Packaging as required (i.e., hand packing, kit assembly).
• Maintain work areas, records, and equipment in a clean, organized and functional condition implementing 6S standards, where possible.
• May be required to provide job assistance to train assemblers and support cross-training activities as requested by management.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma/GED with a minimum of 3+ yrs of quality inspection experience in a production/manufacturing environment.
• Must possess experience with quality control techniques and quality assurance skill set with a personal drive to improve product.
• Experience applying standard troubleshooting practices using various test equipment.
• Proficient with MS Word and Excel Spreadsheets for use daily to record, report, and relay important information.
• Ability to read and interpret assembly drawings and E.O (Engineering Order) instructions.
• Demonstrated highly detailed inspection skills and able to effectively prioritize and organize workload with efficient time management.
• Ability to follow written and/or verbal instructions, production schedule and adapt to changes based on the company production demands required.
• Must have excellent communication and problem-solving skills, and fundamental knowledge of conflict resolution.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment with shifting priorities and demanding deadlines while maintaining a positive and professional attitude.

Preferred Qualifications:

• IFE production experience preferred.
• SAP or similar ERP systems experience preferred.

Physical Demands:

• Regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
• Frequently is required to stand, walk, and sit / Occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Regularly lift and/or move up to 10 lbs / Frequently lift and/or move up to 25 lbs / Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.
• Close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

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