Quality Inspector I

Hillman Group; Cincinnati, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Hillman Group is seeking a Quality Inspector in Cincinnati, OH to inspect incoming materials and in-process products, ensuring conformance to engineering specifications and customer requirements. Responsibilities include documenting variances, generating non-conforming material reports, and communicating issues to production staff.

The role involves hands-on measurement using calipers, laser micrometers, and other inspection tools, with emphasis on accuracy, safety, and proper disposition of

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED required, or equivalent experience.
• Ability to read and interpret basic drawings and perform basic math.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in documentation.
• Experience with quality control processes and measurement tools.

Responsibilities

• Performs visual and/or dimensional inspections on incoming and in-process product.
• Inspects pending packaging work orders for correct product, quantity, and labeling quality.
• Maintains accurate inspection records and non-conforming material reports.
• Communicates quality issues to production staff.
• Maintains a clean, safe work environment and uses PPE.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reading drawings

Math proficiency

Quality control

Documentation

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Calipers

Laser micrometers

Thread gauges

Height gauges

Gauge blocks

NCMR system

Job description

Job Summary

Inspects a variety of incoming materials, parts and packaged goods to determine if they meet established specifications. Audits bulk material pulled from inventory to produce finished packaged goods as well as performs in-process inspections to identify quality issues. Documents variances and assists with the proper disposition of non-conforming material.

Shift Schedule - Monday to Friday 2:30pm to 11:00pm

Essential Job Functions *

• Performs visual and/or dimensional inspections on incoming and in-process product
• Performs regular visual in-process inspections – inspects finished product to determine if it complies with engineering specifications and customer requirements, communicates quality issues to the manufacturing/production staff.
• Inspects pending packaging work orders to verify correct product, quantity, packaging and labeling quality
• Maintains accurate inspection and auditing records and procedure manuals.
• Accurately documents non-conforming material and creates non-conforming material reports using the NCMR system.
• Maintains a clean and organized work environment, follows safety policies and procedures, and reports unsafe conditions to Supervisor.
• Uses calipers, laser micrometers, thread gauges, surface plates, drop indicators, height gauges, gauge blocks, eye loupes, micrometers, steel rulers, hand trucks and pallet jacks to perform work.

* This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Employees are expected and encouraged to participate in safety and health program activities including immediately reporting hazards, immediately reporting unsafe work practices and incidents to supervisors, wearing required personal protective equipment, and participating in and supporting safety committee activities.

Education & Experience

• High School diploma or GED equivalent required, or equivalent combination of education and experience

Competencies – Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time.
• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; maintains a clean and organized work environment.
• Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity.
• Ability to read and interpret basic drawings, good math, and analytical skills

Operational Equipment

• N/A

Work Environment and Physical Demands

Work Environment

Quality Control: Fast-paced, standing on concrete floors up to 8 hrs/day. Exposure to loud noise. Functional vision and hearing required.

Physical Demands

Quality Control: Medium, lifting up to 70 lbs., pushing/pulling up to 70 lbs.