Quality Inspector

HGC Industries; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

HGC Industries in Indianapolis is seeking a Final Inspector to perform the final quality checks on Hoosier Gasket products before shipment. You will measure parts, read engineering drawings, and ensure compliance with quality standards using calipers, micrometers, and Mylar overlays.

The role requires high school diploma or GED and 2 years of QA/inspection experience is a plus. You will document quality data, reject non-conforming parts, assist in preparing compliant parts for delivery, and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 2 years QA/inspection experience in manufacturing is a plus.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Perform final quality checks on Hoosier Gasket products before shipment.
• Use calipers, micrometers, and Mylar overlays to measure parts.
• Record quality data on forms and documents accurately.
• Reject non-conforming parts and send them for re-inspection.
• Prepare parts that passed inspection for shipment following guidelines.
• Assist with other QA duties as needed.
• Follow safety rules at all times.
• Collaborate across departments to support growth and quality.
• Maintain regular, reliable attendance and a flexible schedule.
• Mentor new employees as needed.

Skills

Math skills

Read blueprints

Data entry

Communication skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Adaptability

Self-sufficiency

Relationship building

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Mylar overlays

Job description

This role supports the mission and Core Values of HGC Industries by performing the final quality checks before HGC products ship to the customer. The Final Inspector inspects and measures parts during the final audit/inspection to verify that they meet quality standards. After parts pass inspection, assist in preparing parts for shipping following customer and HGC guidelines. In instances where parts do not meet quality standards, troubleshoot the parts and reject them back to production for re-inspection.

HGC Industries is a worldwide leader in designing and manufacturing gaskets, sealing surfaces, and stamping. For over 50 years, our customers have trusted us to fulfill their advanced sealing & stamping requirements. We provide technical sealing and stamping solutions to customers around the globe through our excellence in engineering, technology, manufacturing, and customer service. Our mission is to create gaskets and components that satisfy the most complex manufacturing challenges and provide high-quality products and services to the world at a reasonable cost.

At HGC, our employees are the foundation of our success. We encourage our employees to use their strengths, expertise, and determination to deliver on our commitments and achieve individual growth. When you join HGC Industries, you become part of a diverse and collaborative team that drives beyond the ordinary and provides cutting-edge solutions.

Essential Functions

• Responsible for conducting the final quality check on all Hoosier Gasket products before they are shipped to customers.
• Uses measuring equipment correctly and with consistent accuracy. This includes the following:
  • Calipers
  • Micrometers
  • Mylar overlays
• Demonstrate a strong ability to read and interpret engineer drawings.
• Records quality data accurately on forms/documents, as required.
• Reject parts that do not meet quality criteria and send them back for re-inspection.
• Assists in preparing parts that passed final inspection for shipment, following customer and HGC guidelines.
• Assist with other QA duties when needed.
• May be asked to perform other duties at a lower level or higher level of proficiency.
• Follows safety rules and guidelines at all times.
• Foster strong relationships across departments and team members to promote collaboration, support peer development, and drive organizational growth.
• Regular, reliable attendance.
• Flexible work schedule.
• Helping mentor new employees as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills And Abilities

• Basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and percentages
• Ability to learn to use quality gauges and inspection machines
• Data entry skills
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent time management skills and ability to efficiently manage priorities and tasks based on importance
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Adaptability skills to effectively manage demands, frequent changes, delays, or unexpected events
• Ability to work self-sufficiently to ensure accuracy and quality of tasks
• Ability to navigate and resolve internal or external situations effectively and resourcefully
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with customers, co-workers, and HGC Industries stakeholders
• Ability to demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness and monitor their work to ensure quality
• Ability to read blueprints and identify non-conforming products.
• Ability to effectively manage both emotional and social intelligence
• A strong willingness to learn new processes and procedures will help the individual be successful at HGC
• Ability to follow HGC safety and security guidelines when operating and using company equipment and materials

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED
• Minimum of 2 years of previous QA and inspection experience in a manufacturing setting is a plus.

Physical Demands

• Sitting for long periods - 5-10 hours per day
• Standing for long periods - 5-10 hours per day
• Walking for long periods - 1-5 hours per day
• Stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl – Occasionally
• Push, pull, twist, reach, & engage in rapid reflex movements
• Occasionally lift and carry objects (30 lbs. maximum)
• Occasionally climb/use a ladder

Environmental Conditions

Fast-paced, deadline-oriented manufacturing plant and office. The person will be exposed to noise, dirt, dust, fumes, odors, chemicals, and other airborne particles. They will use heavy machinery and/or hand or power tools. Will work with or near dry ice, CO2 gas, and/or silicone. Wear protective clothing/equipment. May work in areas of extreme heat.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: None

COMPENSATION: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour based on experience

CLASSIFICATION: Full-Time, Non-Exempt

SCHEDULE: Monday through Friday, 6:00am to 2:30pm

LOCATION: (On-Site, Indianapolis (Martindale-Brightwood area)

HGC Industries provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals and in which personnel processes are merit-based and applied without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, citizenship, or other protected characteristics protected by federal, state, and local laws.

This job description outlines the general nature, essential functions, and primary responsibilities of the position. It is not intended to be a complete list of all duties or responsibilities. Employees may be assigned additional duties as needed to meet business and operational requirements. HGC Industries reserves the right to modify, add, remove, or change job duties, responsibilities, and essential functions at any time to meet business needs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position, unless doing so would impose an undue hardship on HGC Industries.