Quality Control Inspector

TeMa North America LLC; Kearneysville (WV); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) eligibility

Vacation and Holiday pay

Training opportunities

Multiple benefit plans

Job summary

TeMa North America LLC is seeking a Quality Control Inspector to maintain QA processes, test materials, and analyze results across development and production. The role focuses on ensuring products meet company and customer standards, with reporting to the Production Manager and adherence to safety procedures.

Responsibilities include sampling, testing at all production stages, documenting results, and coordinating with supervisors to resolve quality issues.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Strong problem-solving and attention to detail are essential.
• Basic understanding of chemistry and manufacturing processes is preferred.
• Proficiency with MS Office and record-keeping tools is expected.

Responsibilities

• Test materials and finished products to ensure conformance to standards across production stages.
• Carry out quality inspections and recommend corrective actions when needed.
• Record test results and prepare reports for management.
• Collaborate with Quality Control Supervisor on product information and process details.
• Ensure testing equipment is functioning properly and schedule repairs as needed.
• Approve finished products for shipment and monitor production quality throughout.

Skills

Problem solving

Math aptitude

Measurement knowledge

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

MS Office 365

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

Job description

This position is responsible for maintaining quality assurance processes, testing products, and recording and analyzing results gathered during product development and production. They work to ensure that production or manufacturing processes and products created meet the quality specifications that are laid down by the company. The main objective of the Quality Control Inspectors is to ensure the quality of the product meets both the company’s and customers’ standards. Quality control must report any problem to the Production Manager, all while following company work and safety procedures.

SUMMARY

This position is responsible for maintaining quality assurance processes, testing products, and recording and analyzing results gathered during product development and production. They work to ensure that production or manufacturing processes and products created meet the quality specifications that are laid down by the company. The main objective of the Quality Control Inspectors is to ensure the quality of the product meets both the company’s and customers’ standards. Quality control must report any problem to the Production Manager, all while following company work and safety procedures.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Test materials and finished products to ensure they conform to all applicable customer and company standards. Quality Control Inspectors test products across the three stages of production (before, in-process, and final) to ensure quality levels are met.
• Ensure there is quality testing all the tie; carry out inspections to meet the standard set by the organization.
• Focus on corrective actions in order to make sure products meet required specifications.
• Collect regular samples for analysis at the laboratory.
• Work with the Quality Control Supervisor regarding specific details relating to product information and production.
• Ensure measuring equipment is functioning properly and call for repairs where equipment is faulty.
• Approve finished products for onward shipment to the customer.
• Work with management to ensure that only quality products are produced.
• Find solutions to customer complaints and feedback.
• Remove bad products that are discovered during the production process.
• Monitor every stage of production to avoid product defects.
• Write reports and submit a copy to management.
• Record test results as required.
• Conduct proper assessment of suppliers when needed.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by management.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• This position does not have any direct reports.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in line inspection or other related work, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Computer skills required:
• Microsoft Office 365 including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams
• Ability to manage files and records effectively.
• Other skills required:
• Excellent problem-solving abilities.
• In-depth understanding of chemical composition, structure, properties of different substances, and the understanding of chemical reactions.
• Thorough understanding of methods and processes involved in manufacturing.
• Aptitude for math and knowledge about measurement and test equipment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to communicate across all levels of the organization.
• Organizational skills and attention to detail; must be able to follow instructions.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 3 years of quality inspection experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Ability to operate laboratory testing equipment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the duties and responsibilities of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the duties and responsibilities.

This position will be located in a production shop floor and quality lab environment and will be required to work a 12-hour schedule during the day (6am to 6pm) or night (6pm to 6am) on a 2-2-3 or other designated shift schedule. Overtime may also be required based on business conditions. While performing the duties of this job, the noise level in the work environment is moderate with occasional loud noise. Frequently required to talk, hear, walk, sit, and stand. Occasionally required to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel or crawl. Continually works near moving mechanical parts and may occasionally be exposed to fumes, airborne particles or toxic chemicals. Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

HEALTH & SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

• Perform job functions in a safe manner.
• Wear all Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required by Company policy for the job being performed.
• Know and follow established job-specific and facility wide safety and health procedures and rules.
• Actively participate in safety and health training and demonstrate competency based on training received.
• Brings safety and health issues, unsafe acts, and safety suggestions to management’s attention or correct those you can upon observation.

OTHER DUTIES

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. They may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

BENEFITS

• Multiple benefit plans to choose from based on you and/or your family’s needs, beginning the 1st of the month following date of hire.
• 401(k) eligibility after 90 days.
• Vacation and Holiday pay
• Training opportunities
• And much more!

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

TeMa North America is an Equal Opportunity Employer.