Quality Inspector

ZipRecruiter; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the manufacturing sector seeks a Quality Control Inspector to ensure compliance with material specifications and quality assurance policies. The role involves monitoring production processes, documenting discrepancies, and preparing inspection records. Candidates must have a high school diploma and at least 2 years of relevant experience, with strong attention to detail and proficiency in computer applications.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in quality control within manufacturing industries.
• Ability to interpret production drawings and schematics.
• Experience logging non-conformities and generating reports.

Responsibilities

• Inspect incoming materials for compliance with specifications.
• Monitor in-process assembly and document non-conformances.
• Perform final inspections and initiate Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs).

Skills

Attention to detail

Good verbal communication

Good written communication

Computer proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Technical trade school or 2-year college degree

Tools

MS Office

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

The Quality Control Inspector is responsible for performing inspections throughout the production process, from raw material inspection to final product approval. The inspector identifies faults in materials and manufacturing processes and initiates corrective actions to ensure a high-quality finished product.

Quality Control Inspector Job Duties:

The inspector provides guidance and supervision to quality control staff by assigning inspection tasks, monitoring production for compliance with documentation and drawings, and ensuring proper use of materials and tools. Responsibilities include:

1. Inspecting incoming materials for compliance with specifications and preventing non-conforming materials from entering production.
2. Monitoring in-process assembly to ensure adherence to procedures and specifications.
3. Documenting non-conformances and process issues, and reporting them to supervisors.
4. Enforcing corrective actions to resolve quality discrepancies.
5. Preparing and submitting inspection records for documentation and quality control purposes.
6. Verifying the effectiveness of quality inspections.
7. Auditing production to ensure compliance with quality assurance policies and customer requirements.
8. Performing final inspections and initiating Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) as needed.
9. Ensuring production documentation reflects the latest approved configurations.
10. Performing miscellaneous duties as assigned by supervisors.

Minimum Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent, technical trade school, or 2-year college degree.
• At least 2 years of experience in quality control within manufacturing industries such as aerospace, automotive, or passenger transportation.

Skills and Training:

• Ability to interpret production drawings and schematics.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Computer proficiency in data entry and retrieval, including MS Office and Adobe Acrobat.
• Ability to log non-conformities and generate reports.
• Attention to detail and proficiency in computer applications.