Quality Inspector

Manufacturing Inc; Pawtucket (RI); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Incentive recognition bonus

Job summary

Manufacturing Inc in Rhode Island is seeking a meticulous Quality Inspector with welding and press brake expertise to join our job shop team. You will conduct visual and dimensional inspections and document results to ensure conformance with drawings and quality standards.

You will monitor MIG, TIG, and spot welding, verify materials and consumables, identify root causes of non-conformities, and support corrective actions.

Qualifications

• Experience as a QA inspector in a job shop with welding and press brake operations.
• Strong knowledge of welding processes (MIG, TIG, spot) and press brake forming.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and blueprints.
• Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Root cause analysis and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with quality control tools; calipers and micrometers is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct visual and dimensional inspections of welded components and press brake-formed parts.
• Document inspection results, deviations, and non-conformances in inspection reports and quality records.
• Maintain comprehensive records of inspections and provide feedback to production for continuous improvement.
• Monitor welding processes (MIG, TIG, spot welding) for compliance with procedures and standards.
• Monitor press brake operations for proper setup and tolerances.
• Identify and address equipment performance or process deviations.
• Verify quality of raw materials and welding consumables.
• Assess material suitability for applications and report issues.
• Investigate root causes of non-conformities and implement corrective actions.
• Provide guidance and training on quality standards and procedures.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives with engineering/production.

Skills

Quality inspection

Attention to detail

Root cause analysis

Reading drawings

Problem solving

Quality control tools

Calipers and micrometers

Tools

Calipers and micrometers

Job description

We are seeking a meticulous Quality Inspector with expertise in welding and press brake operations to join our job shop team. This is a challenging and rewarding position where you will play a crucial role in ensuring product quality and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.

Compensation and Benefits

• Pay Rate: The expected hourly wage is $28/hr. Pay will be offered based on several factors, including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, and certifications.
• Benefits: We offer comprehensive benefits, which include health insurance and an incentive recognition bonus. (All benefits are based on eligibility).

Responsibilities Include:

• Conduct visual and dimensional inspections of welded components and press brake-formed parts to ensure compliance with engineering drawings, specifications, and quality standards.
• Document inspection results, deviations, and non-conformances accurately and in a timely manner using inspection reports and quality control records.
• Maintain comprehensive records of inspections and provide feedback to the production team for continuous improvement.
• Monitor and evaluate welding processes, including MIG, TIG, and spot welding, for compliance with established procedures and standards.
• Monitor press brake operations to ensure proper setup and adherence to bending angles and tolerances.
• Identify and address any issues related to equipment performance or process deviations.
• Verify the quality of raw materials and welding consumables, ensuring they meet required specifications and standards.
• Assess the suitability of materials for the intended applications, reporting any issues to the appropriate personnel.
• Investigate and analyze the root causes of non-conformities and defects, working closely with the production team to implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Provide guidance and training to production personnel on quality standards, best practices, and quality control procedures.
• Actively participate in continuous improvement initiatives and collaborate with engineering/production to implement quality enhancements and optimize processes.
• Ensure that all quality inspections are performed safely and in compliance with company safety protocols.

Skills and Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Quality Assurance Inspector in a job shop environment with welding and press brake operations. Must have Job Shop experience.
• Strong knowledge of welding processes, including MIG, TIG, and spot welding, as well as press brake forming.
• Proficiency in reading engineering drawings and blueprints is a must.
• Excellent attention to detail and strong analytical skills.
• Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis skills.
• Knowledge of quality control tools and techniques. Experience using calipers and micrometers is a plus.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.