QC Inspector

DWYER INSTRUMENTS, LLC; Grandview (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

DWYER INSTRUMENTS, LLC seeks a QC Inspector to join our quality team in Grandview, Missouri. The role reports to the Quality Manager and focuses on inspecting incoming parts, in-process items, and finished goods to ensure adherence to quality requirements and specs.

The ideal candidate will have GD&T knowledge, experience with precision gauges, and proficiency with MS Office and ERP systems. Prior machine shop exposure (CNC/Lathe) is a plus, and strong communication with vendors and internal

Qualifications

• Must have a good working knowledge of GD&T.
• Experience with calipers, micrometers, height gauges, optical comparators, thread/plug/ring gauges.
• Interpret engineering requirements and simple sampling techniques.
• Experience with first-piece, in-process, final, and receiving inspections and nonconforming material control.
• Experience across multiple product lines and manufacturing processes.
• Machine shop experience (CNC/Lathe) preferred.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and MRP/ERP systems; eQMS preferred.
• Strong communication with buyers, vendors, and internal staff via Outlook/Teams.
• High school diploma or equivalent; technical training or quality certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Inspect incoming parts to print and specifications using test devices and gauges.
• Perform first-piece and sampling inspections to verify conformance with drawings.
• Inspect finished products for workmanship, dimensional accuracy and function.
• Follow sample sizes and rejection standards; document results.
• Perform in-process inspections per work instructions and control plans.
• Advise supervision of unacceptable parts and causes of rejection.
• Analyze customer return units to determine failure modes and report findings.
• Maintain files and charts on production and quality control information.
• Support material movement and other activities that do not compromise inspections.
• Maintain general housekeeping in the inspection area.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

MRP/ERP systems

eQMS

Job description

QC Inspector

The QC Inspector reports to our Quality Manager and is responsible for inspecting incoming parts from vendors, parts in process and finished goods to assure conformance to quality control requirements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Inspect incoming parts to print and specifications using a variety of test devices and measuring instruments.


• Perform first-piece and sampling inspections of injection-molded, compression-molded, machined, and assembled products to verify conformance with current engineering drawings and specifications.


• Inspect finished products for workmanship, dimensional accuracy, functional performance, and conformance with standard or special part requirements.


• Follow instructions regarding sample sizes and rejection standards.


• Perform in-process inspections according to approved work instructions, control plans, inspection plans, routings, and sampling requirements.


• Advise supervision and line leaders of unacceptable parts or finished product and cause of rejection.


• Perform analysis on customer return units to determine failure modes, record information, and advise supervisors accordingly.


• Maintain files on production and quality control information using standard forms, maintain charts on performance.


• Support material movement and other operational activities when needed, provided those activities do not compromise assigned inspection responsibilities.


• Responsible for general housekeeping in the assigned work area.

Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s):

• Scrap cost and quantity


• Supplier nonconformance performance


• Customer-return defects, measured in DPPM


• First-pass yield and internal defect performance

Requirements:

• Must have a good working knowledge in using drawings, instruments, and gauges (GD&T).


• Experience with calipers, micrometers, height gauges, optical comparators, thread gauges, plug gauges, and ring gauges.


• Must understand how to interpret engineering requirements and simple sampling techniques.


• Experience with First piece, in-process, final, and receiving inspections, nonconforming material control, root-cause investigation and corrective action processes, and Inspection records and traceability.


• Must be experienced in a variety of product lines and parts manufacturing procedures and processes.


• Experience in machine shop manufacturing (CNC/Lathe) preferred.


• Must have computer and software proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and MRP/ERP systems. eQMS experience preferred.


• Must be able to effectively and efficiently communicate with buyers, vendors, and internal employees via Microsoft Outlook and Microsoft Teams.


• High school diploma or equivalent required. Technical training, quality certification, or equivalent manufacturing experience preferred.

Physical/Mental Essential Functions:

• Ability to stand or sit for extended periods


• Ability to walk throughout the facility


• Ability to reach above shoulder level


• Ability to use hands and wrists repeatedly


• Ability to lift and carry up to 30 pounds for short periods


• Ability to maintain visual and mental focus while performing detailed inspections


• Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

We believe in transparent and equitablepay. All U.S. job postings include a good faith salary range based on role, location, experience, and internal equity. We're happy to discuss compensation openly throughout the hiring process.

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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