Quality Auditor - 2nd Shift

Polaris Industries; Alabama; On-site; USD 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Discounted employee stock purchases

Job summary

Polaris Inc. is seeking a quality inspector to support production by teaching operators to use gauges and quality equipment, audit components per specs, and assist QA lab activities. The role requires familiarity with gauges, inspection tools, and AS400 systems in a manufacturing setting.

You will handle nonconforming product, maintain QA data, and participate in PCI processes while adapting to shift variations and safety rules.

Qualifications

• Must be familiar with parts, tolerances, dimensions, problem areas, inspection equipment.
• Strong quality terminology knowledge and performance history of quality conscious work.
• Experience with basic gauging equipment (micrometers, calipers, height gauges).
• Experience in a production area (seats, engines, metal fabrication, etc.).
• Willingness to cover other shifts when needed.

Responsibilities

• Support production by teaching operators how to correctly use gauges and other quality equipment.
• Audit process characteristics per specification plans including receiving inspection, WIP, quarantined inventory, re-worked components.
• Attend training and work with measuring tools; cross-train as needed.
• Prepare layout sheets, shipping orders, and QA lab supplies.
• Control nonconforming product and document issues per chain of command.
• Maintain QA data/files and participate in PCI processes.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Quality inspection

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Flexibility to cover shifts

PC basic skills

Education

Technical diploma or equivalent training

Tools

AS400 system

Job description

At Polaris Inc., we have fun doing what we love by driving change and innovation. We empower employees to take on challenging assignments and roles with an elevated level of responsibility in our agile working environment. Our people make us who we are, and we create incredible products and experiences that empower us to THINK OUTSIDE.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Support production by teaching operators how to correctly use gauges and other quality equipment.
• Audit various process characteristics per specification plans, may include but is not limited to:
  • Receiving inspection of components or raw materials
  • WIP
  • Quarantined inventory
  • Re-worked components or assemblies
  • Finished goods audits
• Work overtime or vary working hours as needed.
• Attend company provided training. 8. Work with measuring and production tools
• Cross train in other quality positions to back-up or assist other quality personnel as necessary.
• Prepare layout sheets, prepare RMO's, shipping orders and order supplies for QA Lab as necessary.
• Challenge nonconforming product using proper chain of command and hold tag procedures.
• Provide help with rework projects as the quality inspector for all completed rework.
• Maintain or input quality data/files as required. May include but is not limited to: QA files PPAP Audit results FAIR's RMO's Deviations PQR's FTQ PP100
• Communicate to appropriate personnel any necessary issues, findings, etc.
• Maintain quality inspection equipment as necessary.
• Provide input into improving existing inspection procedures and actively participate in the PCI process.
• Work in safe and healthy manner, strictly following all safety rules and regulations
• Perform duties outside assigned area, as required.
• Maintain a neat and organized work area.

Skills and Knowledge

• Technical diploma or equivalent training preferred.
• Must be familiar with parts, tolerances, dimensions, problem areas, various inspection equipment, and quality terminology.
• Must have a performance history of quality conscious work, good attendance and safe work habits.
• One year experience with basic gauging equipment (micrometers, calipers, height gauges, etc.) required.
• Must have experience and a strong working knowledge of the production area this position is assigned to support (i.e. seats, engines, metal fabrication, etc.)
• Must have flexibility to cover other shifts when needed.
• Must have a working knowledge of PC software programs (i.e. word processing, spreadsheets, database, email) including the ability to enter and retrieve data.
• Must have working knowledge of the AS400 system.
• Must have strong oral and written communication skills.
• Must be able to manage conflict and solve problems independently.
• Must have demonstrated organizational and leadership skills.
• Must be responsible, enthusiastic, trustworthy, and able to work with minimum supervision.
• Previous inspection experience or related education preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Mobility & Stamina: Prolonged standing (8+ hour shifts), walking, bending, kneeling, squatting, stooping, and crouching.
• Lifting: Frequently lifting/maneuvering heavy parts, materials, or products, usually up to 40 lbs.
• Manual Dexterity: Strong hand-eye coordination for handling, touching, and inspecting small components or using instruments like calipers.
• Vision & Sensory: Superior close-up vision, depth perception, and color vision.
• Reaching & Accessing: Frequent reaching (overhead, lateral, forward) and sometimes climbing up on vehicles or ladders or working in confined spaces.
• Environmental Handling: Ability to work in environments requiring Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as safety glasses, gloves, cut resistant gloves, and steel-toed boots.

Base Pay Range

$22.81 - $26.93

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. Visa sponsorship will not be provided. To qualify for this position, former employees must be eligible for rehire, and current employees must be in good standing.

_We are an ambitious, resourceful, and driven workforce, which empowers us to THINK OUTSIDE._

At Polaris we put our employees first, by offering a holistic approach to their health and financial wellbeing.

• Polaris is proud to offer competitive compensation, including a market-leading profit-sharing plan that is fundamental to our pay-for-performance culture.
• At Polaris, employees are owners of the company through company contributions to our Employee Stock Ownership Plan and discounted employee stock purchases plan.
• Employees receive a generous matching contribution to