Part-Time Factory Surveillance Inspector

SGS; BLOOMINGTON (MN); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in inspection and certification services is seeking a dedicated inspector to conduct surveillance inspections and audits. The ideal candidate will have a technical degree and experience in quality management systems. Frequent travel is required, and strong communication skills are essential. Join a dynamic team committed to quality and safety in various industries.

Benefits

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement savings plan

Continuous professional development

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of Inspection Levels, AQLs, and sampling plans.
• Prior experience with OSHA NRTL or ISO 17020 inspections/audits a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct surveillance inspections according to SGS certification program requirements.
• Document observations and obtain evidence of compliance for inspection reports.

Skills

Communication

Detail oriented

Inter-personal skills

Spanish

French

Education

Technical degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Company Description

SGS is the global leader and innovator in inspection, verification, testing and certification services. Founded in 1878, SGS is recognized as the global benchmark in quality and integrity. With over 97,000 employees in 130 countries and operating a network of more than 2,400 offices and laboratories, we provide services to almost every industry by assuring quality and safety of products and services.

Trusted all over the world, SGS is a market leader because we put 100% passion, pride and innovation into everything we do. We encourage new ideas. We welcome people who challenge the way we do things. And we will be 100% committed to helping you reach your full potential.

Job Description

Primary Responsibilities:

• Conduct surveillance inspections in accordance with SGS CRS US certification program requirements.
• Conduct inspections / audits for country-specific approval schemes.

Specifically These Responsibilities Are To:

• Conduct surveillance inspections in accordance with SGS CRS US certification program requirements.
• Inspect certified products and components against prepared reports
• Evaluate customer quality management systems against certification program requirements.
• Generate Corrective Action Requests (CARs), as needed.
• Document all observations/variances and obtain evidence of compliance/non-compliance for inspection report.
• Identify, prepare, and label samples for shipment to laboratory, as required.
• Review inspection criteria to understand objectives of assignment prior to start of inspection.
• Effectively schedule and execute assigned inspections to minimize expenses.
• Deliver well-written inspection report along with documentation within defined time frame.
• Provide travel and expense cost estimates as requested.
• Execute inspection within in assigned time frame and cost estimate.
• Submit final travel and expense costs in a timely manner.
• Perform inspection/audit report reviews, as needed.
• Execute all work with a professional manner aligned with the SGS Integrity Policy

Qualifications

Profile of the position (Requirements & Qualifications):

• Working knowledge of Inspection Levels, AQLs and sampling plans, ANSI/ASQ Z14 (ISO 2859-1).
• Knowledge of manufacturing process and quality managements systems (ISO 9001, ISO 13485)
• Prior experience with OSHA NRTL, ISO 17020, CIG023, INMETRO, or ATEX inspections/audits a plus
• Demonstrated understanding of basic electronics.
• Demonstrated understanding of manufacturing process.
• Demonstrated proficiency in the use of basic test equipment used in the manufacturing process.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Understanding of factory/warehouse/dock safety rules and procedures.
• Passport for international travel may be required.
• Frequent overnight travel required

Education:

• Technical degree or equivalent training or experience in quality control or electronics manufacturing.

Skills/Competencies:

• Ability to read/interpret technical documents and work instructions.
• Ability to write routine inspection reports related to inspection services.
• Ability to speak effectively with clients
• Proficient in Microsoft Office – Word, Excel, Outlook a must
• Detail oriented
• High level of integrity
• Strong inter-personal skills
• Second language a plus (Spanish and/or French)

Pay Range: $22.00-$25.00/ hour

Additional Information

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance for full time employees.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Continuous professional development and training opportunities.
• A dynamic, collaborative work environment.
• Access to cutting-edge cryptographic technology and tools.

Physical Demands of the Job

• Stand: Occasionally
• Move or traverse: Frequently
• Sit: Constantly
• Use hands: Constantly
• Reach with hands and arms: Occasionally
• Climb or balance: Occasionally
• Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl: Occasionally
• Talk/hear: Constantly
• Taste/Smell: Occasionally
• Lift/carry/push or pull: Occasionally 30 lbs

Additional information

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

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