Quality Floor Inspector

Bode North America, Inc.; Spartanburg (SC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

401(k) with company match

Generous paid time off

Life and disability insurance

Growth in rail industry

International environment

Development opportunities

Job summary

Bode North America, Inc. is seeking a Quality Floor Inspector in Spartanburg, SC to ensure products meet quality standards and customer specifications. You will perform in-process and final inspections, document results, and collaborate with production to drive improvement.

You will use calipers, micrometers, and gauges to verify measurements, identify defects, and initiate corrective actions. This role supports audits, safety, and continuous improvement in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or technical certification preferred.
• 1–3 years of experience in quality inspection or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and specifications.
• Knowledge of quality standards and inspection techniques.
• Proficiency with basic measurement tools and inspection equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Basic computer skills for documentation and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Performs in-process and final inspections on the manufacturing floor.
• Verifies compliance with quality standards, drawings, and customer specs.
• Uses calipers, micrometers and gauges to measure products accurately.
• Documents inspection results and maintains quality records.
• Identifies non-conforming materials and initiates corrective actions.
• Communicates quality concerns to supervisors and departments.
• Assists with audits, safety policies, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Reading blueprints

Documentation and reporting

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or technical certification preferred

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Gauges

Job description

The Quality Floor Inspector is responsible for ensuring that products manufactured on the production floor meet established quality standards, specifications, and regulatory requirements. This role involves conducting in-process and final inspections, identifying defects, documenting findings, and collaborating with production teams to maintain and improve product quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform in-process and final inspections of products on the manufacturing floor.
• Verify compliance with company quality standards, engineering drawings, and customer specifications.
• Use measuring tools and inspection equipment (calipers, micrometers, gauges, etc.) accurately.
• Document inspection results and maintain detailed quality records.
• Identify non-conforming materials or products and initiate corrective action procedures.
• Communicate quality concerns promptly to supervisors and relevant departments.
• Support root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure adherence to safety policies and quality procedures.
• Assist with audits and compliance activities as needed.
• Monitor production processes to identify trends or recurring issues.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Approves incoming materials by confirming specifications; conducting visual and measurement tests; rejecting and returning unacceptable materials.
• Approves in-process production by confirming specifications; conducting visual and measurement tests; communicating required adjustments to production supervisor.
• Approves finished products by confirming specifications; conducting visual and measurement tests; returning products for re-work; confirming re-work.
• Documents inspection results by completing reports and logs; summarizing re-work and waste; inputting data into quality database.
• Keeps measurement equipment operating by following operating instructions; calling for repairs.
• Maintains safe and healthy work environment by following standards and procedures; complying with legal regulations.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or technical certification preferred.
• 1–3 years of experience in quality inspection or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and specifications.
• Knowledge of quality standards and inspection techniques.
• Proficiency with basic measurement tools and inspection equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Basic computer skills for documentation and reporting.

Physical/Medical Requirements

• Must pass a background screening
• Must be able to lift 50 to 100 pounds.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.

What We offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous paid time off (vacation, sick leave, holidays)
• Life and disability insurance
• Employment in a growing rail industry market with long-term prospects
• A dynamic, international environment with growth potential and strong leadership support
• Exposure to both operational purchasing and strategic sourcing activities
• Opportunities for professional development and continuous improvement initiatives