Quality Assurance Inspector

Voltage Energy; Timberlake (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Voltage Energy in Timberlake, NC is seeking a detail-oriented Quality Inspector – Incoming Inspection to ensure all incoming materials meet engineering specifications and quality standards before they reach production. You will act as a quality gatekeeper, performing inspections and working with suppliers to prevent defects.

The role requires 2+ years in incoming inspection or supplier quality, reading engineering drawings, and experience with COCs and ERP systems.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years in incoming inspection or supplier quality.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and specifications.
• Experience with COCs and supplier documentation review.
• Familiarity with ERP systems (SAP or similar).
• ISO 9001 and IPC/WHMA-A-620 knowledge preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation skills.
• Associate degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Inspect incoming materials, components, and supplier assemblies.
• Verify conformance to drawings, specs, and purchase orders.
• Perform visual, dimensional, and functional inspections.
• Review COCs, test reports, and supplier documentation.
• Accept, reject, or hold materials based on results.
• Create NCRs and coordinate containment actions.
• Maintain material traceability and inspection records.
• Support SCARs and supplier corrective actions.
• Record results in ERP/quality systems.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Attention to detail

Documentation

Reading drawings

Cross-functional collaboration

Strong organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree in Quality/Engineering Technology

Tools

SAP or similar ERP

Inspection tools

Job description

Location: Timberlake, NC (onsite)

Schedule: Full-time | Non-Exempt

About The Role

Voltage is seeking a detail-oriented Quality Inspector – Incoming Inspection to ensure all incoming materials meet engineering specifications and quality standards prior to release to production. In this role, you will serve as a critical quality gatekeeper, working cross-functionally to identify issues early, maintain material integrity, and prevent supplier-related defects from impacting manufacturing operations.

What You’ll Do

• Perform inspection of incoming raw materials, components, and supplier-provided assemblies.
• Verify material compliance with engineering drawings, specifications, and purchase requirements.
• Conduct visual, dimensional, and functional inspections as required.
• Review Certificates of Conformance (COCs), test reports, and supplier documentation.
• Accept, reject, or hold incoming materials based on inspection results.
• Generate nonconformance reports (NCRs) and coordinate containment actions.
• Segregate and control nonconforming materials to prevent use in production.
• Collaborate with Purchasing, Engineering, and Supplier Quality on material disposition.
• Track supplier quality issues and support corrective action processes (SCARs).
• Maintain accurate inspection records and material traceability documentation.
• Record inspection results and inventory status in ERP/quality systems.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to reduce incoming defects.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001 standards and internal quality requirements.

What We’re Looking For

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years of incoming inspection, supplier quality, or manufacturing quality experience.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Experience with inspection processes and supplier documentation review (COCs).
• Familiarity with ERP systems (SAP or similar).
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and documentation skills.
• Associate degree in Quality, Engineering Technology, or related field preferred.
• Experience in wire harness, electronics, automotive, or similar environments preferred.
• Hands-on experience with inspection tools and equipment preferred.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 and IPC/WHMA-A-620 standards preferred.

Why Join Us?

• Play a critical role in ensuring product quality and supplier performance.
• Work in a collaborative, cross-functional manufacturing environment.
• Opportunity to grow within quality and supplier management functions.

Additional Information

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. The Company will not sponsor or take over sponsorship of any employment visa, including without limitation, H-1B, O-1, E-3, TN status, or I-485 job portability or similar immigration processes.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and celebrate diversity, fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees thrive.