Quality Inspector - 2nd Shift

Day & Zimmermann; Parsons (KS); On-site; USD 30,307 - 39,950; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid maternity and parental leave

Life and disability insurance

401(k) and flexible spending accounts

Paid time off

Job summary

Day & Zimmermann in Parsons, Kansas is seeking a full-time Quality Control Inspector to ensure product quality for munitions plant operations. The role offers a pay rate of $25.59 per hour and requires inspection experience, measurement skills, and adherence to quality procedures.

The job involves handling inspection tasks, monitoring production for SOP compliance, and reporting defects with corrective actions, including calibration checks on equipment. Benefits are included.

Qualifications

• High School and/or equivalent plus 6 hours of Principles of Accounting, or higher level math.
• At least 1 year experience in manufacturing industry, related inspection experience.
• Quality Control Inspector training required to achieve and maintain certification.
• Ability to use different types of measuring equipment; SAP experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Performs handling required to accomplish inspection/testing; maintains quality control charts and reports results.
• Monitors production operations to verify SOPs and procedures; reports defects and initiates corrective actions.
• Investigates problems and reports to appropriate staff for resolution.
• Verifies setup calibration of inspection/testing equipment per procedures.

Skills

Safety awareness

Decision making

Mathematical skills

Effective communication

Computer literacy

Education

High School or equivalent with accounting/math

Tools

SAP

Job description

About Day And Zimmermann

At our Day & Zimmermann Munitions Plants, we know the stakes and We do what we say! ® We’re the team working behind the scenes to make sure our nation’s front lines have safe, high-quality ammunition. As a trusted premier manufacturer of ammunition to the U.S. Military, some of our capabilities range from production of direct and indirect fire, components, to special projects and beyond. With more than 120 years of experience behind us, it’s no surprise that our teams consistently exceed expectations! Come join in on our purpose - We put people to work, we protect American freedoms, and we help our customers power and improve the world! https://dayzim.com

This position pays $25.59 per hour!

We’re looking for a full‑time, Quality Control Inspector to join our Day & Zimmermann team located in Parsons, Kansas.

As the Quality Control Inspector

• Performs the handling required to accomplish the assigned inspection/testing functions. Maintains Quality Control charts and other records to report results of assigned inspection/ test function.
• Observes and monitors production operations to verify compliance with approved SOP, Quality Work Instructions and other applicable procedures. Reports defects/discrepancies, coordinates MRB disposition and initiates requests for corrective action in accordance with approved procedures.
• Investigate problems and report to appropriate staff for assistance/resolution.
• Verifies setup calibration of inspection/ test equipment in accordance with approved procedures.

This role is for you if you have these skills:

• Safety awareness and commitment at all times.
• Decision making skills
• Mathematical skills
• Effective communication skills
• Computer Literacy

And If You Have These Qualifications

• High School and/or equivalent plus 6 hours of Principles of Accounting, or higher level math.
• At least 1 year experience in manufactguring industry, related inspection experience.
• Quality Control Inspector training is required to achieve and maintain certification.
• Ability to use different types of measuring equipment. SAP experience a plus.

We care about our employees and it shows. Our staff receive a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical/Rx, dental and vision coverage; life, AD&D and disability insurance; flexible spending accounts; 100% paid maternity leave for up to 12 weeks, parental leave, family leave, other paid time off; voluntary benefits and discount programs to meet our employees’ individual needs including pet insurance for our furry family members!

To Ensure a Safe Work Environment While Meeting The Physical Demands Of The Job, You Must Be Able To Perform The Following Physical And Mental Tasks, With Or Without a Reasonable Accommodation

• Visual acuity (e.g., needed to prepare and analyze data, to transcribe documents, to view a computer, to read, to inspect objects, to operate machinery.
• Balancing (e.g. maintaining equilibrium when walking, climbing, crouching, etc.)
• Stooping (e.g. bending the spine at the waist)
• Reaching (e.g. reaching the arms or legs in any direction)
• Lifting motion or lifting objects more than 15 pounds
• Walking
• Repetitive motion of any part of the body
• Kneeling, crouching or crawling
• Pushing or pulling (e.g. using a part of your body to press against something in a downward or outward direction or in a dragging or hauling motion)
• Manual Dexterity (e.g. picking, pinching, typing, or other working that uses fingers)
• Grasping (e.g. use of hand to apply pressure)
• Feeling (e.g. perceiving an object’s size, shape, texture, etc.)
• Climbing (e.g. ascending/descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, pole, etc. using feet and legs and hands/arms to climb)
• Hearing
• Talking
• Capacity to think, concentrate and focus for long periods of time.
• Capacity to reason and make sound decisions.
• Capacity to express thoughts orally.
• Expertise in:
• Ability to wear a mask, respirator, bullet proof vest, or other equipment.
• Ability to withstand environmental conditions (e.g. extreme heat or cold, grass, wind, sand, fumes, odors, gases, extreme noise, etc.)

Diversity, Inclusion & Equal Employment Opportunity

Day & Zimmermann is committed to maintaining an inclusive workforce, where employees are hired, retained, compensated and promoted based on their contributions to our Company. Our collective strength is rooted in over a century of diverse employees and businesses, commitment to success, and delivery on promises made. Federal and state Equal Employment Opportunity laws prohibit employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship status, veteran status and disability status. Day & Zimmermann is committed to providing an equal opportunity work environment in full compliance with these laws. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation in the application process, please email [e-mail], and please specify which position you are interested in, including job title and location.