Quality Control Inspector

Parker Hannifin Corporation; Richmond (CA); On-site; USD 3,806,308 - 6,343,848; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

401(k) plan with company match

Paid holidays and PTO

Job summary

Parker Hannifin Corporation in Richmond, CA is seeking a skilled Inspector to verify conformance of purchased, in‑house machined and finished parts by reviewing prints, specs and test plans; perform first article inspections and prepare test records.

The role requires High School/GED, 5 years of advanced mechanical inspection experience, strong GD&T knowledge, ability to read assemblies, document findings, collaborate with production and QA teams, and support ISO procedures.

Qualifications

• Read and interpret complex part drawings and specifications.
• Able to document audit findings and write concise reports.
• Able to communicate with multiple levels of staff clearly.
• Able to organize priorities and manage tasks to meet deadlines.
• Able to perform basic geometry and algebra calculations for inspections.
• Able to follow procedures and participate in corrective actions.

Responsibilities

• Verify conformance of purchased and in-house parts by reviewing prints and specs.
• Determine inspection tools per part print and test plan.
• Complete inspections and document measurements in test records.
• Perform visual inspections per specifications and escalate nonconformities.
• Conduct process audits and support ISO procedures.
• Lead problem-solving and corrective actions when needed.
• Coordinate daily with inspectors to ensure on-time QC tasks.

Skills

Reading & interpretation

Written reports

Communication

Organization

Task management

Accountability

Self-direction

Math skills

Education

High School/GED

Tools

Calipers & micrometers

CMM / vision system

Spring & hardness testing

Profilometer

Job description

Position Summary

Job Description:

• Verifies conformance of purchased parts, in‑house machined parts and finished goods by reviewing part prints, specifications and developing inspection & test plans.
• Determining tools necessary to inspect parts per part print, specifications and test plan.
• Completing inspections per part print, specifications and test plan.
• Conducting visual verifications of parts per specifications.
• Clearly documenting all measurements obtained in an inspection within a test record.
• Accurately outlines any non‑conformities found in a formal failure report.
• Performs manufacturing process audits to assess conformance to appropriate documented procedures and instructions which adheres to ISO standard, and verifies controls are in‑place to maintain conformance.
• Follows all appropriate work instructions and procedures relevant to the role. Recommends revisions to work instructions as deemed appropriate for process improvement.
• Actively involved in, as well as potentially leading, problem solving and corrective action implementation efforts.
• Coordinates daily with other inspectors and ensures on‑time completion of all QC Team tasks.
• Familiar with, and adheres to, all safety requirements.

Qualifications

• Education: High School/GED
• Related experience: 5 years of experience in advanced mechanical inspection of complex machined parts and performing first article inspections & reports.
• Communication
  • Able to read, understand, analyze, and interpret written information.
  • Able to write clear informative reports, including work instructions.
  • Able to effectively communicate with all levels of individuals in a variety of situations.
  • Able to remember assigned tasks & due dates, strings of numbers, etc.
• Computer skills: Intermediate PC knowledge and skills. Able to perform detailed data entry, modify documents in office software, and manage files.
• Math skills: Intermediate math skills, able to perform basic geometry and algebra calculations to perform inspections.
• People Skills: Able to effectively communicate with other inspectors, production personnel, production leads and supervisors in other departments.
• Work Ethic
  • Self‑Direction: able to identify required tasks and take initiative to complete them appropriately with minimal direction.
  • Organization: able to organize and manage personal priorities of assigned tasks to ensure their timely completion.
  • Task Management: able to concentrate on, and manage priority of, multiple tasks and follow through to conclusion in a timely manner.
  • Accountability: able to reason and logically report issues on a day‑to‑day basis.
• Inspection Equipment
  • Calipers, micrometers, intra‑mics, ring & plug thread gauges, pin gauges, NPT gauges, height gauge, profilometer and other basic inspection hand tools.
  • CMM, smart scope/comparator and/or similar vision system.
  • Spring testing equipment, hardness testing equipment, surface roughness inspection equipment.
• Technical Knowledge: Able to read and understand complex part drawings and specifications. Experienced with Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing.
• Audit Skills
  • Able to conduct process audits based on procedures and instructions, assembly & test specifications.
  • Able to read and understand top level assembly drawings, product test specifications required to complete product audits.
  • Able to document audit findings with concise and details of nonconformities, follow up and verify corrective and improvement actions to close audit reports.
• Visual Inspection Skills
  • Able to complete visual inspection tasks after understanding acceptance criteria, with attention to details and knows how to determine if result requires escalation.
  • Able to summarize and complete visual inspection reports, understands basic containment requirements and control of non‑confirming products.

Pay, Benefits, Work Schedule

• Competitive Compensation
  • Pay Range: $27.63/hr to $46.05/hr
  • Participation in Annual Incentive Program
• Benefit & Retirement Plans
  • Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.
  • 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay.
  • Company provided defined‑contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay.
  • Career development and tuition reimbursement.
  • Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long‑term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you.
  • Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.
  • Paid Time Off and Company‑Paid Holidays.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and affirmative action employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based on job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. citizenship, permanent residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations. (Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor)

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Drug Tests

Drug‑Free Workplace: In accordance with Parker's policies and applicable state laws, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.