Quality Assurance Inspector 1

Knowles Corporation; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

IMC is seeking a Quality Inspector to check the quality of incoming and outgoing products, perform tests, and ensure conformity to industry and AS9100 standards. The role involves examining materials, documenting findings, and supporting QA processes across production teams.

You will use gauges, calipers, microscopes, and related tools, maintain inspection records, and contribute to continuous improvement while collaborating with multiple departments.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in quality inspection or similar role.
• Proficient with measuring devices such as gauges, calipers, microscopes.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Conducts visual and measurement tests.
• Inspects incoming, in-process material and finished product under QA supervision.
• Make entries on inspection paperwork and in QA software.
• Monitor production operations for conformance to specifications.
• Direct assembly adjustments to reflect quality standards.
• Communicate inspection results and corrective suggestions.
• Maintain compliance with AS9100 standards and safety practices.

Skills

Inspecting

Measurement tools

Documentation

Communication

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Overview

Checks the quality of incoming and outgoing products by conducting tests, monitoring production processes and identifying malfunctions. Ensures that products manufactured meet industry and AS9100 standards.

Job Overview

Checks the quality of incoming and outgoing products by conducting tests, monitoring production processes and identifying malfunctions. Ensures that products manufactured meet industry and AS9100 standards.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Conducts visual and measurement tests.
• Inspect incoming, in-process material as well as finished product under the supervision of the QA Manager, using typical inspection tools such as microscope, calipers, inspection gages, etc.
• Make entries on inspection paperwork and in business system and QA software.
• Monitor production operations to ensure conformance to company specifications.
• Direct assembly adjustments to ensure operations reflect quality standards.
• Ensure products meet customer expectations based on company objectives.
• Communicate the results of inspections and put forward corrective suggestions.
• Ability to lead a QA Project and fully support QA systems and company personnel.
• Maintain positive working relationships with IMC customers and IMC product representatives.
• Ensure compliance in accordance with IMC and AS9100 standards.
• Continuously review department work standards and procedures to ensure correct processes are being followed.
• Maintain a continuous effort to learn all aspects of the department including administrative processes, philosophy, acceptable and preferred internal and external communications, methods, language and techniques.
• Maintain a high level of cooperation within and between departments.
• Learn in general, the roll of other related positions and departments that directly affect IMC’s ability to deliver quality rapidly and on time.
• Seek and practice continuous improvement of product and systematic procedures.
• Always communicate possible improvements to QA Lead+ and direct management.
• Follow and support all safety practices by wearing proper personal protective equipment (PPE), following all Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and complying with safety signs and placards, maintaining good housekeeping, communicating unsafe practices and conditions to your local or PD EHS teams, and reporting all safety incidents (including near misses) as they occur.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Skills

• Ability to obtain a Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required at time of hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Good knowledge about industry products and processes.
• Basic math.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Keen attention to detail.
• Ability to use measuring devices like gauges, meters, calipers and computers.
• Documentation and reporting skills.
• Accurate typing skills.
• Excellent oral and communication skills.
• Ability to multitask.
• Ability to produce written inspection reports for nonconforming material discrepancies.
• Demonstrate effective follow up skills with various departments and teams.
• Familiarity with inspection tools such as microscope, calipers and inspection gages.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 1+ years of experience in quality inspection.

Work/Physical Requirements

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Occasional stooping, bending and reaching may be necessary
• Individual must be comfortable sitting for long periods of time
• Prolonged periods standing and walking throughout the facility
• Repetitive motion (mousing and keyboarding)
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at occasionally.
• Primarily a standard office environment and frequent walking from office through production facility and to various departments.
• Usually works indoor.
• Exposed to loud sounds and distracting noise levels.
• Exposed to hazardous equipment.
• Exposed to contaminants.

The hourly rate for this role is $19-$21 per hour

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