Quality Inspector & Process Improvement Specialist

Reed Manufacturing Company; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Reed Manufacturing in Erie, PA seeks a Quality Technician to monitor and inspect products across the manufacturing cycle, including incoming materials, in-process production, finished goods, and RMA items. You will support root cause analysis, drive corrective actions, and maintain ISO 9001 documentation while collaborating with Production and Engineering to improve quality and processes.

This role requires reading blueprints with GD&T and using precision tools.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate degree or technical certification preferred.
• Minimum 3+ years of experience in quality inspection within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong ability to read and interpret blueprints with GD&T.
• Experience with precision measuring tools (calipers, micrometers, gauges, and CMMs).
• Experience supporting root cause analysis and corrective actions preferred.

Responsibilities

• In-Process Inspection: verify product conformance during manufacturing and assist with first-piece verification.
• Final Inspection / FAI: perform final inspections and ensure documentation accuracy for shipment.
• Measurement & Testing: operate precision measuring equipment and interpret drawings.
• Quality Data & Analysis: collect and analyze defect data and generate reports.
• Process Improvement: collaborate with Production and Engineering to improve quality and processes.
• ISO 9001 Compliance / Audits: maintain records and support internal audits.
• RMA Evaluation: assess returned products and communicate findings.
• Training & Support: train personnel on inspection standards.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Written and verbal communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or technical certification preferred

Tools

CMMs

Calipers

Micrometers

Gauges

GD&T interpretation

Job description

Reed Manufacturing in Erie, PA seeks a Quality Technician to monitor and inspect products across the manufacturing cycle, including incoming materials, in-process production, finished goods, and RMA items. You will support root cause analysis, drive corrective actions, and maintain ISO 9001 documentation while collaborating with Production and Engineering to improve quality and processes.

This role requires reading blueprints with GD&T and using precision tools.