Quality Inspector - Journeyman Electrician

rkmi; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 43,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits & rewards

RK University

RK Apprenticeship Program

Job summary

RK Industries, LLC is seeking a Quality Inspector to ensure manufacturing and inspection activities meet quality standards and customer specifications. You will work with Engineering, Project Management, Procurement, and Manufacturing teams to drive compliance and continuous improvement.

Role includes supervising processes, applying lean tools, training production staff, and promoting RK’s safety-focused culture across shifts and locations in Colorado.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; vocational or technical training preferred.
• 2+ years of related experience, 3+ years of electrical experience, preferably in manufacturing or construction.
• Familiar with basic inspection tools and procedures; follows detailed instructions.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall supervision for assigned project processes, achieving safety, quality, delivery, and productivity metrics.
• Apply Lean Manufacturing tools to achieve measurable improvements for processes.
• Train and mentor production team members to build a high-performing workforce.
• Supervise manufacturing personnel, ensuring alignment, engagement and retention.
• Promote a culture of safety, accountability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.
• Identify opportunities for process efficiency and waste reduction.
• Coordinate with Production Manager on manufacturing support and execution.
• Develop and implement manufacturing processes, including safety procedures and skill assessments.
• Perform other duties as instructed by management.

Skills

Quality inspection

Lean manufacturing

Team leadership

Microsoft Office 365

ERP systems

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree or equivalent

Tools

Inspection tools

Blueprint reading

ERP systems

Job description

Compensation: $31.00-$43.00/Hourly

Company Overview

As a second-generation, family-owned enterprise, RK Industries, LLC (RK) offers a diverse range of construction, manufacturing, advanced fabrication and building services. Led by Rick and Jon Kinning, RK represents seven distinct lines of business that work together to provide seamless project collaboration. Our exclusive building methodologies, accredited safety standards and professional execution allow us to turn our customers’ greatest concepts into reality.

Position Summary

The Quality Inspector will be responsible for ensuring that all manufacturing and inspection activities align with established quality standards, process documentation, and customer specifications. This role plays a key part in cross-functional teams including Engineering, Project Management, Procurement, and Manufacturing teams. The Quality Inspector upholds organizational performance by driving compliance, identifying non-conformances, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.

Role Responsibilities

• Provide overall supervision for assigned project processes, including achieving performance metrics for safety, quality, delivery, and productivity.
• Drive the application of Lean Manufacturing tools and concepts to achieve measurable and sustainable improvements for assigned project processes.
• Train, mentor, and grow production team members to build a high performing and engaged workforce.
• Supervise manufacturing personnel, ensuring alignment, engagement, development, and retention of talent.
• Promote a culture of safety, accountability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence consistent with RK Mission Critical values.
• Identify opportunities for process efficiency and waste reduction.
• Accountable for the supervision of assigned project processes, including adherence to safety requirements, and standard work instructions.
• Coordinate with the Production Manager to provide tactical input on manufacturing support and execution.
• Participate in the development and implementation of manufacturing processes, including hazard analysis, safety procedures, and team member skill assessments.
• Perform these and other comparable related duties as instructed by the management team.

Qualifications

Quality Inspector-1: Includes All of the above plus:

• High school diploma or GED required; additional vocational or technical training preferred.
• 2+ years of related experience, 3+ years of electrical experience, preferably in a manufacturing or construction environment.
• Receives direct supervision in performing technical responsibilities.
• Familiar with basic inspection tools and techniques.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and work in compliance with standard procedures.
• Understands acceptance criteria and is aware of internal and external quality expectations.
• Actively supports team goals and production timelines.
• Displays judgment and initiative in resolving issues and making recommendations.
• Willingness to contribute to continuous improvement efforts.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 and capable of navigating ERP systems.
• Brings energy to a team under the general supervision of an experienced professional or manager.

Quality Inspector-2: Includes All of the above plus:

• Associate degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3+ years of electrical experience, 4+ years of quality experience in manufacturing or construction, with increasing responsibility.
• Reads and interprets blueprints, diagrams, technical drawings, and models independently.
• Able to perform majority of installer tasks independently while meeting quality and delivery expectations.
• Strong understanding of industry standards such as NFPA 70 (NEC), NECA, and NEMA.
• Experience managing non-conformances and supporting corrective/preventive action processes.
• Effective communicator with strong documentation and reporting skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Able to design and deliver basic training on inspection protocols or tools.
• Demonstrates initiative, problem-solving ability, and independent judgment in evaluating quality issues.
• Effectively balances workload while consistently meeting deadlines and shifting demands.
• Proactively collaborates with team members to meet production goals.
• Understands continuous improvement initiatives and is willing and able to make contributions.

Quality Inspector-3 (Exempt): Includes All of the above plus:

• Senior-level Inspector responsible for complex installation requirements, troubleshooting, and team leadership.
• 3+ years of electrical experience, 6+ years of quality experience in manufacturing or construction, with increasing responsibility.
• Demonstrated ability to independently perform complex inspections and resolve quality issues.
• Proven experience identifying process gaps and suggesting effective improvements.
• Working knowledge of ISO 9001 principles and quality management systems.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with a proven ability to collaborate with engineering, project management, and production teams to effectively resolve complex related challenges and plan upcoming projects.
• Reads and interprets advanced blueprints and manages job requirements independently.
• Leads, trains, mentors, develops, and drives a quality team.
• Demonstrates deep understanding of methods, tools, standards, and quality assurance.
• Actively supports lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement initiatives.

Minimum Physical Requirements and Accountability

• Work outside, inside, and in dusty, noisy and hazardous areas.
• Work in high places, tight places, confined spaces and/or other adverse locations.
• Climb, balance, squat, kneel and crouch for extended periods.
• Ability to lift, move, and/or carry 50 lbs.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures.
• All employees are accountable for safety and health and are empowered to stop work if an unsafe condition is present. Employees should immediately notify their supervisor so that the hazard may be corrected.

What Sets RK Industries Apart

• Safety: Our unmatched culture of safety is our foremost core value, guiding everything we do each day: Health, Safety, & Environmental
• Awards: Whether in Construction, Manufacturing, Fabrication, or Service, RK Industries is highly recognized and accredited throughout the industry: Accreditations & Recognition
• Benefits: RK Industries offers competitive benefits to support your growth and well-being: Benefits & Rewards
• Philanthropy: RK Industries not only builds our community through our projects, but also invests in it by supporting local services for over a decade through the RK Foundation: RK Foundation
• Development: Through RK University, we provide hands-on training and development opportunities that empower employees to advance their careers and grow within the company, to include leadership and technical learning opportunities, we well as our accredited apprentice program: RK University RK Apprenticeship Program

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.