Quality Assurance Inspector in Woburn

Energy Jobline ZR; Woburn (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Energy Jobline ZR is seeking a quality inspector to support production and receiving by testing and inspecting products and raw materials at various stages. You will record data, evaluate quality, and help maintain calibration and process standards on the shop floor.

The role requires 1–3 years in a quality role in manufacturing, with 2–5 years of relevant training. Regular 7am–3:30pm shifts and hands-on inspection of gauges and parts are included.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of trade school or apprenticeship in manufacturing
• 1-3 years in a quality role; ideally in an industrial/manufacturing environment
• Stand, walk, push/pull frequently; lift up to 20 lbs occasionally; read gauges and instruments

Responsibilities

• Interpret specifications with Value Stream Leaders, QA, Management, and Engineering to determine standards
• Select products for inspection at specified stages; check dimensions, appearance, and function
• Assist Warehouse staff; perform receiving inspections on incoming materials
• Perform First Piece, In-Process, and Final Inspections within Value Streams
• Record inspection data per procedures
• Evaluate data for conformance or deviations from standards
• Suggest modifications to improve quality within equipment capability limits
• Ensure calibrations within Value Streams are up to date
• Maintain an organized and clean work area
• Perform process audits of operator inspection processes (Allvac, Synthes, Straumann, etc.)
• 7am to 3:30pm, Monday through Friday

Skills

Quality inspection

Blueprint reading

Dimensional measurement

Data recording

Interdepartmental communication

Education

Trade school / vocational training

Tools

Dial gauges

Calipers

Micrometers

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

This position supports Production and Receiving by testing and inspecting products and raw materials at various stages. Records statistical and conventional data to determine and maintain quality and reliability of products. Focuses on 6’ & 12’ centerless ground bar materials.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Interpret specifications and confer with Value Stream Leaders, QA, Management, and Engineering staff to determine quality and reliability standards
• Select products for inspection at specified stages in production and receiving. Checks products for variety of qualities, such as dimensions, appearance, and functional characteristics
• Assist Warehouse personnel; performs receiving inspections on incoming materials
• Perform First Piece, In-Process, and Final Inspections within the Value Streams
• Record inspection data, in accordance with procedures
• Evaluate data and indicate conformance or deviations from existing standards
• Recommend modifications of existing quality or production standards to achieve optimum quality within limits of equipment capability
• Assure calibrations within Value Streams are kept up to date
• Maintain an organized and clean work area
• Perform process audits of operator inspection processes (Allvac, Synthes, Straumann, etc.)

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education & Training: 2 - 5 years of trade school, vocational, or apprenticeship in manufacturing
• Work Experience: 1-3 years in a quality role; ideally in an industrial or manufacturing environment
• Physical Demands:
  • Stand, walk, push, pull frequently; reach overhead, and bend to the floor rarely to occasionally
  • Exert up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or exert up to 10 pounds of force frequently.

• Visual Acuity:
  • Near acuity and accommodation are required for reading machine dial gauges, blueprints, and precision measuring instruments used in the inspection of parts.

Working Conditions:

• Normal noise levels from operating machines
• Exposure to oils and cutting fluids – rubber gloves provided as needed
• Safety glasses and hearing protection recommended on the shop floor
• May be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties as requested

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA:

• Measure parts in a timely and accurate manner
• Identify/report problems to avoid scrap
• Maintain a flexible outlook toward job assignments
• Attention to detail - prepares paperwork accurately

7am to 3:30pm, Monday through Friday