Quality Control Inspector

Katalyst CRO; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Katalyst CRO in Louisville, KY is seeking a Quality Control Inspector to inspect materials and finished products, ensuring conformance to standards and customer specs. You will document results, monitor calibration, and support continuous quality improvements across manufacturing processes.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, reading technical drawings, and using precision tools such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges, with collaboration across production teams to resolve issues and

Qualifications

• 25 years of experience in Quality Control or Manufacturing Inspection.
• Experience using measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges.
• Knowledge of quality standards and inspection methodologies.
• Ability to read technical drawings and specifications.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Engineering Technology, Manufacturing, or related field is preferred.
• ASQ Quality certifications are a plus but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Perform incoming, in-process, and final product inspections.
• Verify product specifications using precision measurement tools and testing equipment.
• Document inspection results and maintain accurate quality records.
• Identify non-conforming materials and assist with corrective action activities.
• Collaborate with production teams to resolve quality-related issues.
• Support root cause investigations and process improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with company quality standards and regulatory requirements.
• Review production documentation for completeness and accuracy.
• Participate in internal quality audits and continuous improvement programs.
• Monitor quality performance metrics and prepare inspection reports.
• Maintain calibration records for inspection equipment.
• Promote adherence to workplace safety and quality procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Reading technical drawings

Quality standards knowledge

Education

Associate's degree in Engineering Technology

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Gauges

Job description

Summary

The Quality Control Inspector is responsible for inspecting materials and finished products to ensure compliance with quality standards and customer specifications. This role supports manufacturing operations through detailed inspections, documentation, and continuous quality improvement efforts.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Perform incoming, in-process, and final product inspections.


• Verify product specifications using precision measurement tools and testing equipment.


• Document inspection results and maintain accurate quality records.


• Identify non-conforming materials and assist with corrective action activities.


• Collaborate with production teams to resolve quality-related issues.


• Support root cause investigations and process improvement initiatives.


• Ensure compliance with company quality standards and regulatory requirements.


• Review production documentation for completeness and accuracy.


• Participate in internal quality audits and continuous improvement programs.


• Monitor quality performance metrics and prepare inspection reports.


• Maintain calibration records for inspection equipment.


• Promote adherence to workplace safety and quality procedures.

Requirements

• 25 years of experience in Quality Control or Manufacturing Inspection.


• Experience using measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges.


• Knowledge of quality standards and inspection methodologies.


• Ability to read technical drawings and specifications.


• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.


• Excellent organizational and communication skills


• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Engineering Technology, Manufacturing, or related field is preferred.


• ASQ Quality certifications are a plus but not mandatory.