Quality Inspector

OPW Global; Skokie (IL); On-site; USD 35,817 - 44,083; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) employer contributions

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Wellness programs

Health savings account

Job summary

OPW Global is seeking a Quality Inspector to support QA Lab responsibilities in production. The role has visibility with manufacturing teams and Value Stream leaders and engineering functions.

Responsibilities include interpreting drawings, verifying production PPAP parts, and applying statistical methods to assess process capability. Candidates should have a high school diploma and 3+ years of relevant experience, with strong measurement tool skills and CMM/CNC familiarity.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 3+ years performing similar tasks/role.
• Ability to read drawings and verify requirements per production/PPAP parts.
• Experience with CMM and/or CNC programming preferred; learning CMM programming a must.

Responsibilities

• Safely perform duties in a manufacturing setting.
• Interpret drawings and verify requirements for production/PPAP parts and communicate results to Midland Mfg. production teams.
• Apply statistical methods to determine manufacturing process capabilities.
• Recommend instrumentation, calibration and gauging needs.
• Collaborate with Midland personnel on purchases, procedures, and project status.
• Adhere to ISO 9001:2015 and AAR M-1003 quality standards and procedures.
• Participate in team meetings and problem-solving sessions as required.
• Perform housekeeping duties including 5S and TPM.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Plug & thread gauges

CMM

CNC programming

Job description

Overview

The Quality Inspector will provide coverage of QA Lab responsibilities in support of production. This position will have high visibility with manufacturing team members and Value Stream leaders and engineering functions.

Primary Responsibilities/Essential Responsibilities

• Work Safely and without injury
• Interpret drawings and verify requirements as applicable to production / PPAP parts. Communicate the results to the appropriate people in support of Midland Mfg. production
• Apply statistical methods and perform mathematical calculations to determine manufacturing process capabilities
• Recommend and specify instrumentation, calibration and gauging needs
• Confer with Midland personnel regarding purchases, procedures, product specifications, manufacturing capabilities, and project status
• Understand and perform to all quality regulations, standards and policies, including but not limited to ISO 9001:2015 and AAR M-1003. Follow work procedures and ensure highest level of quality
• May participate in defining strategies to meet quality objectives and in system reviews within the team
• Participate in team meetings as required (safety, problem solving, etc.)
• Problem‑solves individually or as part of a group as job duties require
• Performs housekeeping duties including 5S, coolant replacement, and TPM

Qualifications/Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• 3+ years performing similar tasks/role

Desired Characteristics, Competence And Capabilities

• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Ability to use calipers, plug & thread gauges, micrometers and other measurement devices
• General knowledge and experience with a CMM and/or CNC programming desired. Ability to learn CMM programming a must
• Willing to offer opinions and direction
• Results oriented.
• Must be able to convey technical information effectively to other group members
• Must be a team player and possess active listening skills by giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times

Physical Demands and Environmental Conditions

• While performing the duties of this job, the team member is continuously standing, repetitively grasping and repetitively using fine manipulation with the hands. The team member may be frequently required to walk, bend, squat, or twist as well as repetitively push or pull. The team member must be able to lift 5‑10 pounds frequently and up to 30 pounds occasionally with assistance
• This position is performed in a manufacturing environment. Team members in this position may be exposed to loud operating machinery, cold temperatures, hot temperatures, chemicals and vapors. The team member may occasionally be required to work in an office environment
• Bench‑type or floor‑mounted machines (e.g. drill presses, grinders, broaches, screw machines, manual and CNC mills and lathes, saws, shrink‑wrap machines, etc.) hand and power tools, measuring instruments, hoist, lifts, and lift trucks.

Work Arrangement

Onsite

Pay Range

$26.00 – $32.00

Benefits

Benefits for this position include: a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; medical, dental and vision insurance; wellness programs; health savings account, health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts; company paid short‑term disability and long‑term disability; company paid employee basic life and AD&D insurance; supplemental employee and dependent life insurance; optional accident, hospital indemnity and critical illness insurance; adoption, surrogacy, and fertility benefits and assistance; commuter benefits; parental, military, jury duty, and bereavement leaves of absence; paid time off, including 10 paid holidays per calendar year; paid vacation days beginning at 120 hours annually; 40 paid sick leave hours annually or as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws; tuition assistance is available; business travel services; employee discounts; and an employee assistance program that includes company paid counseling sessions and legal services. Eligibility for benefits is governed by applicable plan documents and policies.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.

Accommodation

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Job Function

Quality & Continous Improvement