Quality Inspector - Manufacturing SATX

Colonial Group; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 37,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

JCB in San Antonio, TX is seeking a QC Inspector for manufacturing to ensure all fabrications, components, assemblies and finished products meet quality standards before moving to production.

The role includes reading drawings, interpreting welds, using gauges for inspections, recording nonconformances, and supporting root-cause analysis in a welding manufacturing environment. Adherence to quality procedures and safety are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in quality inspection or quality control.
• Experience within a welding manufacturing environment.
• Basic GD&T knowledge.
• Ability to read engineering drawings.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Understanding of quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Inspect components and assemblies to quality standards for manufacturing.
• Interpret good quality vs bad quality welds.
• Read and interpret drawings, specifications and ensuring the product has been welded correctly.
• Perform basic weld, dimensional and visual inspections using gauges and measuring tools.
• Identify, record and report nonconformances.
• Support defect resolution and root cause analysis.
• Complete inspection records and quality documentation.
• Ensure compliance with quality procedures.
• Maintain safe and organised inspection areas.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Inspection and measurement skills

Reading engineering drawings

Basic weld principles

Basic GD&T

Clear communication

Detail oriented

Safety compliance

Education

Quality or fabrication qualification

Job description

Company Profile

With over 80 years of innovation, JCB is the world’s largest privately owned manufacturer of construction and agricultural equipment. Operating 23 manufacturing facilities across four continents—including the United States, the United Kingdom, India, and Brazil—JCB produces a diverse portfolio of more than 300 products. These include telescopic handlers, backhoe loaders, excavators, wheel loaders, compact excavators, skid steer loaders, compact track loaders, access aerial work platforms, rough terrain forklifts, and tractors.

At the heart of JCB’s success are its people. As a family-owned business, we are accountable to our customers—not shareholders—which gives us the flexibility to focus on long-term innovation and delivering real value. This independence allows us to continuously develop advanced technologies and integrate them into equipment designed to perform in the toughest environments while maximizing customer productivity.

At JCB, we stand behind our products—and our name—with pride and commitment to quality.

Position Purpose

The QC Inspector for manufacturing ensures all manufacturing fabrications, components, assemblies and finished products meet required quality standards before progressing through production or release.

Position Type

Full Time, FLSA Non-Exempt

Location

13210 Palo Alto Rd., San Antonio, TX 78224

Benefits and Other Compensation

• JCB offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401 (k) retirement plan; paid time off and paid holidays.

Major Tasks, Responsibilities & Key Accountabilities

• Inspect components and assemblies to quality standards for manufacturing.
• Interpret good quality vs bad quality welds.
• Read and interpret drawings, specifications and ensuring the product has been welded correctly.
• Perform basic weld, dimensional and visual inspections using gauges and measuring tools.
• Identify, record and report nonconformances.
• Support defect resolution and root cause analysis.
• Complete inspection records and quality documentation.
• Ensure compliance with quality procedures.
• Maintain safe and organised inspection areas.
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience in quality inspection or quality control.
• Experience within a welding manufacture environment.
• Basic GD&T knowledge.
• Ability to read engineering drawings.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Understanding of quality standards.

Preferred Qualifications

• Quality or fabrication qualification.
• Experience using measurement equipment.
• Experience in manufacturing environments.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical thinking.
• Effective communicator with strong teamwork and collaboration abilities.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and committed to quality excellence.
• Demonstrates urgency and initiative in problem-solving and task execution.
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a dynamic environment.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Competencies

• Inspection and measurement skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Basic weld principles.
• Basic GD&T.
• Clear communication.
• Methodical and organised approach.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and Microsoft Project.

Job Conditions

• Manufacturing/Weld environment.
• Subject to noise and temperature changes.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those required of an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:

• Sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
• The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk.
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Equal Opportunity Employer

JCB is an equal employment opportunity (EEO) employer in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. JCB complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment at every location where the company has facilities. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability statute, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, and local laws.

EEO EMPLOYER/VET/DISABLED.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

JCB complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact the JCB Human Resources team at [e-mail].

JCB Inc. is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status; however, as a global company, JCB offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S., which can be found through our website at https://www.jcb.com/en-gb/about/careers.

Disclaimer: This job description is general in nature and is not designed to contain or to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.