Quality Inspector

Merit Brass Company; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Life Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Merit Brass Company is seeking a motivated Quality Inspector for our Richmond Heights, OH location. The role focuses on in-process and final inspections of nipples and pipe, with emphasis on accuracy, traceability, and adherence to specifications.

The successful candidate will use precision tools, read blueprints and GD&T, and collaborate with manufacturing teams to ensure quality standards are met.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and GD&T information.
• Strong attention to detail and dependable with good attendance.

Responsibilities

• Perform in-process inspections of cut-blanks, stamped and threaded nipples.
• Inspect pipe for production readiness and track heat numbers for traceability.
• Perform first piece inspections and approve manufacturing set-ups.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reading blueprints

Teamwork

Punctuality

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Rulers

Calipers

Micrometers

Job description

Merit Brass is a recognized leader in the manufacturing and distribution of pipe, valves, fittings, and related products, trusted by customers nationwide for quality, reliability, and service.

We are looking for a motivated individual to join our team as aQuality Inspectorat ourRichmond Heights, OHlocation.

We are looking for an individual who is eager to learn and grow with our team. This is a great opportunity for someone who is dependable, willing to learn, and interested in building a long-term career.

Objectives

• Ensures Merit Brass quality standards and expectations are met or exceeded all the time
• Upholds the Merit Brass corporate mission statement, acting with a sense of urgency and upholding the core valuesas published
• Maintains a professional, ethical and respectful attitude while exercising teamwork

Responsibilities

• Perform in-process inspections of cut-blanks, stamped and threaded nipples according to specifications during themanufacturing stages
• Perform inspections of pipe intended for use in production, confirms that it meets or exceeds the specificationsrequired by industrial standards; Tracking measurements with heat numbers for traceability
• Perform first piece inspections and approve manufacturing set-ups
• Perform final inspections of washed nipples according to documented processes
• Utilizes rulers, calipers, micrometers, gauges, and PMI equipment to assure material is within specifications
• Communicates timely and regularly on any required adjustments to manufacturing supervisors
• Perform inspections of Merit purchased products according to the defined criteria and measurements using standardphysical and mechanical gages
• Accurately maintains documentation of traceability information and the results of inspections and testing
• Serve as a resource and content expert to team members; information regarding quality trends of production ordersand pipe manufacturers
• Works with other quality personnel to ensure proper paperwork is completed
• Advocates the spirit of teamwork and personal accountability in the performance of other duties and responsibilitiesas requested by the department supervisor
• Ensures work areas and operations conform to safety requirements and are hazard free
• Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements

• High school graduate, GED, or equivalent education; strong written and verbal communication skills
• Previous experience with a background in manufacturing or inspection preferred
• Ability to use and read basic inspection tools such as rulers, scales, micrometers, calipers, etc.
• Ability to learn raw material and manufactured product identification numbers
• Must demonstrate great attention to detail
• Capable of identifying small very fine imperfections / surface flaws in material
• Basic computer knowledge and math skills (adding/subtracting whole numbers/fractions, decimals, etc.)
• Able to read and interpret blueprints and Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing information
• Ability to work individually and/or with others as a team member to continuously improve our company
• Excellent work habits including punctuality, attendance, and work ethic
• Standing / bending for entire shift; capable of lifting 50–70 lbs. occasionally from floor-level; pushing and pullingorder carts that could weigh up to 150 lbs.
• Moving, and lifting full lengths of pipe (12 to 24 feet in length)
• Willingness to work overtime as needed

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Life Insurance
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays