Quality Assurance Inspector/Technician

Southington Tool & Manufacturing Coporation; Plantsville (CT); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Connecticut is seeking a Quality Inspector to ensure mechanical component quality. The successful candidate will conduct inspections, document results, and participate in root cause analysis, requiring extensive experience in manufacturing quality environments. Ideal for self-motivated individuals with strong ethics and technical skills.

Qualifications

• 5 years’ experience in a manufacturing / quality environment as Quality Inspector.
• Self-motivated with excellent work ethics.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Conducts first article, in-process, incoming and final inspections.
• Documents inspection results and initiates processes for nonconforming material.
• Performs internal audits under ISO 9001 and 13485.

Skills

Knowledge of mechanical inspection

Proficiency in inspection equipment

Analytical skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Knowledge of quality management systems

Knowledge of advanced quality techniques

Education

High School Diploma

2 year associates or technical degree

Job description

• Quality Inspection of mechanical components and sub-assemblies
• Create inspection methods including programming OGP Smartscope and Keyence IM machines.
• Conducts the First Article, in-process, in-coming and final inspections
• Documents inspection results by completing reports and inspection forms.
• Initiates process for Nonconforming Material
• Operates under guidance of ISO 9001 and 13485 Quality Management System
• Assists in effective resolution and root cause analysis and initiates CAPAs
• Performs internal audits as required.

Works in team environment
Job Requirements:

• Knowledge of mechanical inspection including proficiency in the use of manual and visual inspection equipment; e.g. calipers, go/no-go gages, micrometers, digital indicators, surface plates, optical comparators, microscopes, OGP Smartscope and Keyence IM machines.
• Requires personal computing skills in Microsoft Office including Excel, Access, Outlook, Word and SPC/statistical applications
• Understanding of ISO 9001/13485 or similar Quality Management System including auditing methods
• Knowledge of advanced quality techniques, e.g. SPC, Capability Study, Quality sampling plans , Root Cause Analysis , Pareto, PFMEA, PPAP, and GR&R
• Working knowledge of Corrective and Preventive Action systems using 8D methodologies or other analysis tools.
• Must be able to read and interpret blue prints, specifications including GD&T
• Self-motivated, works well as a member of team
• Excellent work ethics, personal integrity, works well without supervision
• Self-starter and able to adopt to new challenges and changing requirements

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma
• Requires 2 year associates or technical degree or equivalent related job experience in a similar industry.
• Must have a minimum of 5 years’ experience in a manufacturing / quality environment as Quality Inspector or other related field.