QC Inspector

Constellis; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Constellis is seeking a Quality Control Inspector to manage quality across three production stages for vehicles, ensuring repairs meet estimates and county standards in our Los Angeles service center. The role emphasizes accuracy, safety, and compliance.

You will review estimates, notify management of additional repairs, maintain PPE, and ensure regulatory adherence for hazardous materials. Requires valid driver's license, ASE A5, Damage Analysis and Estimating for Collision Repair, and I-CAR

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 1 year of work-related experience or 3–6 months training.
• ASE A5 certification required.
• Damage Analysis and Estimating Certification for Collision Repair required.
• I-CAR certification required.
• Valid Driver's License required.

Responsibilities

• Review approved estimates/supplements against repaired vehicle.
• Notify management of any additional repairs needed.
• Maintain PPE, including respirators, as recommended by the manufacturer.
• Ensure PPE is used across locations for the contract.
• Comply with laws/regulations on paint, thinners and hazardous materials; report deviations.
• Cooperate and assist other personnel in repair and prepping of vehicles.
• Understand and comply with applicable body shop regulations (hazardous waste disposal, OSHA Right-to-Know).
• Operate all tools and equipment safely.
• Work in busy service center environment; may require extended or weekend hours; exposure to weather, fumes, and vibration.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Adaptability

Manual lifting to 50 lbs

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Cert: 1-year college/technical certificate

ASE A5 certification

Damage Analysis and Estimating Certification (Collision Repair)

I-CAR certification

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Quality Control Inspector is responsible for managing quality against the three stages of production (before, in process and final repairs) of vehicles in accordance with factory and county specifications as well as ensuring vehicles are repaired per estimate and according to county standards.

Pay Range: $24.00 - $26.00/hour

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Review approved estimates/supplements against repaired vehicle
• Notify management of any additional repairs needed
• Maintain all safety and health personal protective equipment, including respirators, in the manner recommended by the equipment manufacturer
• Ensure full use of all required safety and health personal protective equipment across all locations for the contract
• Comply with all laws and regulations pertaining to paint, thinners and other hazardous materials. Reports any deviations to management
• Cooperate and assist other personnel in the repair and prepping of vehicles
• Understand, keep abreast of and complies with federal, state and local regulations that affect body shop operations, such as hazardous waste disposal, OSHA Right-to-Know, etc.
• Operate all tools and equipment in a safe manner
• Work is typically based in a busy service center/maintenance garage environment and subject to frequent interruptions. Frequent work outside and in inclement weather conditions is required, including heat, cold and humidity. May be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals and vibration. Must be willing to wear Personal Protective Equipment as required by established Company Safety Standards. Normal work hours are Monday-Friday 6:00 am to 2:30 pm, however some extended or weekend hours may also be required.
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• One-year certificate from college or technical school; or 3-6 months related experience and/or training (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
• Must have 1 year of work related experience
• Must have a valid Driver's License
• Must have ASE A5 certifications
• Must have the following Certifications:
  • Damage Analysis and Estimating Certification for Collision Repair
  • I-CAR
• Effective oral and written communication skills with all levels of the organization
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage time and multiple priorities to completion
• Problem solving skills with an analytical thought process
• Ability to adapt to a rapidly changing environment
• Must be able to lift, lower, carry, push or move objects up to 50 lbs. Various tasks may require intermittent standing or prolonged sitting, and the ability to walk, reach, kneel, crouch and handle work related supplies and tools. Additional details related to physical requirements may be outlined in the Company's Performance Work Statement or Contract with the client.

Qualifications

Equal Opportunity Employer

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