Quality Inspector I

SMC Ltd; Harvard (MA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement savings

Life and disability insurance

Paid holiday and PTO

Training and career growth programs

Promotional opportunities

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

SMC Ltd. is a global premium supplier to the medical market seeking a Quality Control Inspector to monitor daily in-process production with visual, dimensional and functional inspections. You will document results and ensure compliance with control plans and blueprints.

Ideal candidates have 1–3 years in QC, experience with precision measuring equipment, and familiarity with SPC and ISO 9001/13485. A stable day shift with weekend rotation is offered, plus growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1-3 years prior experience in Quality Control.
• Knowledge of SPC and ISO 9001 & 13485 system requirements.
• Experience with precision measuring equipment (calipers, micrometers).
• Ability to read, write and communicate in English.
• Reading and following a control plan and blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Perform visual, dimensional and functional inspections in accordance with procedures.
• Dimensionally inspect product using calipers, micrometers and vision systems.
• Document inspection data on records and record statistical data.
• Maintain cleanliness of QC areas and communicate non-conformances.
• Supervise rework of nonconforming product when instructed.
• Read and follow requirements on a control plan.

Skills

Quality control

Inspection

Dimensional measurement

Blueprint reading

English communication

MS Word/Excel

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ISO 9001 knowledge preferred

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Vision systems

Gaging tools

Job description

Day Shift opening 8:00am- 8:00pm 12 hr. rotating shifts; 2 weekends a month

About Us

SMC Ltd. is a globally recognized premium supplier to the medical market with locations throughout the world. People committed to speed, technology, and exceptional performance are the cornerstone of our organization. Comprised of dedicated people and decades of manufacturing experience, we have continued to experience strong growth and currently have outstanding career opportunities for equally dedicated people.

Job Summary

Monitors the daily in-process production by performing visual, dimensional and functional inspections.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform visual, dimensional and functional inspections in accordance with In-Process inspection procedures and documents in Control plan as required


• Dimensionally inspect product utilizing various measuring devices, such as calipers, micrometers, vision systems


• Document inspection data on appropriate records.


• Utilize computer to record statistical data


• Able to use day to day gaging used in QA Lab


• Able to recognize defects on the molded/assembled parts


• Able to read and follow requirements on a control plan


• Regular attendance, punctuality and professionalism

Essential Qualifications

• Follow procedures for retaining samples


• Notify Supervisor/Lead of any non-conformances. Follow procedures for product rejections


• Maintain cleanliness of work areas and Quality Control equipment


• Generate Labels for daily production retains/tailgates at the start of each shift


• Responsible for supervising the rework of nonconforming product in the hold area and performing final inspection on reworked product if instructed


• Maintain quality areas clean, neat and organized


• Other duties as assigned


• Ability to read, write and communicate in English


• Minimum 1-3 years prior experience in Quality Control


• Recommended 1-year experience in Plastic Injection Molding Environment


• Experience with precision measuring equipment


• Blueprint Interpretation skills.


• Must have computer skills and familiarity with Word and Excel programs


• Knowledge of SPC and ISO 9001 & 13485 system requirements


• Ability to pay close attention to detail


• Ability to work well with others and independently.


• Ability to read, write and communicate in English

ADA Requirements

• Stand, walk, bend, squat, twist, reach or otherwise move frequently


• Occasional repetitive motion and grasping


• Occasional climbing to reach areas on machines or racks


• Lift, move or otherwise transfer up to 50 lbs. occasionally, >20 lbs. frequently


• Typically sits, grasps items or performs keyboarding for occasional operation of a computer


• Exposure to typical machine shop physical hazards which may require respiratory protection

What SMC has to offer?

• Clean, Climate-Controlled Environment


• Stable schedule


• Paid holiday and PTO


• Health, dental, and vision insurance


• 401(k) retirement savings


• Life and disability insurance


• Promotional opportunities


• Training and career growth programs


• Amazing co-workers


• Tuition reimbursement


• Employee Assistance Program

At SMC Ltd. we recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying. We know that our differences often can bring about innovation, excellence and meaningful work therefore, people from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply to our positions. Please let us know if you require reasonable accommodations during the interview process.

SMC Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V; this organization uses E-Verify.

Applicants may be subject to pre-employment screening which may include drug screening, reference checks, employment verifications, background screening and/or skills assessments.

All applicants must be authorized to work in the US