Quality Inspector - Level 1

Linamar Corporation; Fletcher (NC); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package

Career growth

Community involvement

Vendor discounts

Job summary

Linamar Corporation in Fletcher, NC, seeks a Quality Inspector – Level 1 to support product inspection, quality audits, and compliance with company and governmental labeling standards.

Under direct supervision, the candidate will use basic gauing tools, read blueprints, and assist with SPC histograms and X-bar/R charts, contributing to continuous improvement.

This role offers a path for growth in a global manufacturing environment with competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience with high-pressure die casting (HPDC) is a plus.
• Knowledge of SPC (Histograms, X and R charts, Cpk).
• Ability to read blueprints and interpret engineering drawings.
• Must use measuring equipment effectively: micrometers, verniers, height and bore gauges.
• Basic math skills to assess conformity and quality.

Responsibilities

• First-off, receiving, and in-process inspections.
• Perform product and LPA audits.
• Utilize manual gauging and operate CMM as required.
• Inspect incoming material per receiving inspection requirements.
• Record results and support documentation and forms.
• Adhere to health and safety regulations and procedures.
• Collaborate with supervisors and operators to maintain quality.

Skills

High School Diploma

HPDC experience

SPC

Reading blueprints

Measuring equipment

Basic math

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

CMM

Micrometers

Vernier calipers

Height gauges

Bore gauges

Job description

Job Summary

Under direct supervision, inspect products and assist with quality audits. Test and sample raw materials and incoming products to ensure compliance with company standards. Carry out diversified bench, first piece or floor inspections using simple inspection tools. Devise ordinary gauging or measuring set-ups. May be responsible for approving products for distribution. Ensure labeling meets company and governmental regulations.

Job Description

Quality Inspector – Level 1

Under direct supervision, inspect products and assist with quality audits. Test and sample raw materials and incoming products to ensure compliance with company standards. Carry out diversified bench, first piece or floor inspections using simple inspection tools. Devise ordinary gauging or measuring set-ups. May be responsible for approving products for distribution. Ensure labeling meets company and governmental regulations.

Responsibility

• First-off inspection, receiving inspection and in-process inspection.
• Product and LPA audits.
• Utilize manual gauging and operate CMM as required.
• Inspecting incoming material per receiving inspection requirements.
• Sporting of product based on visual aids.
• Completion of necessary forms and paperwork.
• Understand TS processes for nonconforming material, identification and inspection processes.
• Other assignments as needed to support internal and external customers.
• Adhere to all Health and Safety, environment laws and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Academic/Educational Requirements

• Completion of secondary school is required.

Required Skills/Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent general education.
• Previous high pressure die casting (HPDC) experience is considered an asset.
• Knowledge of S.P.C (Histograms, X and R charts, Cpk).
• Able to read blueprints and interpret engineering drawings.
• Ability to read and understand company procedure manuals.
• Must be able to use measuring equipment effectively, micrometers, verniers, height and bore gauges.
• Measure or weigh products to assess conformity and quality standards, basic math skills required.
• Ability to resolve conflicts and determine product errors using technical skills.
• Make continuous improvement recommendations to quality management.
• Possess interpersonal skills to interact with supervisors to co-ordinate work and exchange information.
• Interact with operators to monitor progress and ensure work is corrected and up to quality standards.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment coordinating work with necessary departments.
• Use of computer applications to monitor quality.
• Maintain continuous learning in order to keep up with new developments in field.

What Linamar Has To Offer

• Competitive Compensation
• Employee Benefits package includes but not limited to, Medical, Dental, Vision and 401k etc.
• Opportunities for career advancement.
• Sustainability Counsel
• Community based outreach supporting both local and global initiatives and charities.
• Discounts for local vendors and events, including auto supplier discounts.

About Us

Linamar Corporation is a Canadian diversified global manufacturing company of highly engineered products across global industries & markets. From the entrepreneurial seeds planted by our dynamic founder to the support provided along the way, all Linamar employees are poised for success in this fast-paced and rapidly growing environment. With access to the tools, you need to succeed, you will make an impact along with other motivated and engaged people.

Linamar does not sponsor employment visas (e.g., H-1B) for this position, nor will it in the future. Candidates must possess current, unrestricted authorization to work in the U.S.

Linamar Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and encourages diversity in the workplace without regard to any basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Linamar Corporation encourages applications from all qualified individuals and will reasonably accommodate applicants throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process upon request.