Quality Inspector/Technician for Foundry - Norwich, KS

Farrar Corporation; Norwich (KS); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401k with match

6 paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

Farrar Corporation is seeking a Quality Inspector/Technician for Foundry to perform 100 percent inspections of castings and support quality across foundry operations. The role includes laboratory testing and defect identification, with documentation and reporting to ensure customer specifications are met.

Collaboration with production and quality teams is essential to maintain quality across shifts. The candidate should have a high school diploma and experience in manufacturing or foundry

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• Manufacturing or foundry environment experience preferred; relevant hands-on manufacturing experience considered
• Basic understanding of manufacturing processes, quality inspection, and product specifications
• Ability to identify visual defects, recognize nonconforming material, and follow established inspection criteria
• Ability to learn and perform laboratory testing procedures, including sand testing, hardness testing, tensile testing, and other quality-related tests
• Strong attention to detail and ability to accurately record inspection results and test data
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with production and quality personnel
• Ability to work in a foundry environment and perform required inspections and testing on the production floor and in the laboratory
• Ability to follow established procedures, work instructions, and safety requirements

Responsibilities

• Perform 100 percent inspections of castings throughout production.
• Identify defects and nonconforming material; communicate to supervisors.
• Support laboratory testing and document results.
• Maintain quality records and traceability across shifts.
• Assist with containment and corrective actions.

Job description

Quality Inspector/Technician for Foundry

Position Reports to: Foundry Quality Supervisor

Positions Supervised: N/A

Employment Type: Hourly, Non-Exempt Hours: 7:00P - 5:30A (Sunday - Wednesday); additional days as production requires

Position Summary

The Foundry Quality Technician is responsible for performing 100 percent inspections on products before being processed, routine quality inspections, testing, and process verification throughout foundry operations to ensure products meet established quality standards, customer specifications, and internal requirements. This position provides hands-on quality support across foundry production, including inspection of castings, identification and documentation of defects, laboratory testing, and verification of process compliance.

The Quality Technician works closely with production personnel, supervisors, and the Foundry Quality Supervisor to identify quality concerns, prevent defective material from progressing through production, and support corrective action efforts. This role also assists with laboratory operations, maintains accurate quality records, and provides inspection coverage across shifts as needed.

The position plays an important role in maintaining consistent product quality, improving defect detection, and supporting the overall effectiveness of the foundry quality system.

Primary Responsibilities

• Primary Responsibilities
• Production Quality & Inspection
• Perform routine inspections of castings throughout foundry production to verify conformance to established quality standards and customer requirements
• Inspect castings coming off production lines to identify defects, nonconforming material, and workmanship concerns
• Identify, document, and communicate casting defects to production supervisors and the Foundry Quality Supervisor
• Verify first-piece, job change, pattern change, and process change inspections as required
• Identify and communicate potential quality concerns before defective material progresses to subsequent operations
• Assist with containment, segregation, and identification of nonconforming material
• Laboratory & Testing Support
• Perform routine foundry laboratory testing, including sand testing, hardness testing, tensile testing, and other assigned quality tests
• Assist with spectrographic analysis, metallurgical sample preparation, microstructure evaluation, and related laboratory activities.
• Collect and prepare sand, iron, and casting samples for testing and evaluation
• Provide iron tensile bars to the machine shop for machining and testing
• Maintain laboratory equipment, supplies, and testing areas to ensure proper operation and organization
• Perform routine laboratory testing and provide coverage for laboratory personnel during absences as assigned
• Maintain familiarity with laboratory procedures, testing methods, and established process specifications
• Defect Identification & Corrective Action Support
• Accurately identify and classify casting defects using established defect identification standards
• Document scrap, rework, and inspection findings to support quality reporting and defect analysis
• Participate in scrap review activities and assist with investigating recurring quality issues
• Communicate recurring defects, unusual trends, and potential process concerns to the Foundry Quality Supervisor
• Assist with root cause investigations by collecting samples, inspection results, production information, and other supporting data
• Verify corrective actions and process adjustments as assigned
• Assist with inspection and evaluation of returned castings and nonconforming material
• Quality Process & Documentation
• Follow established inspection procedures, work instructions, control plans, and quality requirements
• Maintain accurate inspection records, laboratory results, test reports, and other required quality documentation
• Assist with reviewing and updating inspection procedures and work instructions as needed
• Verify that required inspections and testing are completed and documented
• Maintain traceability and proper identification of samples, castings, and nonconforming material
• Communicate deviations from established specifications and procedures to the Foundry Quality Supervisor
• Shift Coverage & Cross-Training
• Provide quality inspection coverage across assigned production areas and shifts as needed
• Cross-train in essential laboratory functions to provide backup coverage during personnel absences
• Maintain the skills and qualifications necessary to perform assigned inspection and laboratory responsibilities
• Support consistent quality inspection practices across all shifts
• Communicate quality concerns, outstanding issues, and inspection findings during shift handoffs
• Audits, Compliance & Reporting
• Assist in maintaining records required for ISO 9001 compliance and customer requirements
• Ensure inspection and testing activities are performed in accordance with established procedures
• Report quality concerns, procedural noncompliance, and documentation gaps to the Foundry Quality Supervisor
• General
• Collaborate closely with production, engineering, maintenance, and quality personnel to support foundry quality objectives
• Promote quality awareness and encourage adherence to established inspection and process requirements
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Foundry Quality Supervisor

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• Manufacturing or foundry environment experience preferred; relevant hands-on manufacturing experience considered
• Basic understanding of manufacturing processes, quality inspection, and product specifications
• Ability to identify visual defects, recognize nonconforming material, and follow established inspection criteria
• Ability to learn and perform laboratory testing procedures, including sand testing, hardness testing, tensile testing, and other quality-related tests
• Strong attention to detail and ability to accurately record inspection results and test data
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with production and quality personnel
• Ability to work in a foundry environment and perform required inspections and testing on the production floor and in the laboratory
• Ability to follow established procedures, work instructions, and safety requirements

Preferred Qualifications

• 1-3+ years of quality inspection or manufacturing experience, preferably in a foundry or metals manufacturing environment
• Experience identifying casting defects and understanding common foundry quality issues
• Familiarity with ductile iron, green sand molding, core making, and foundry production processes
• Previous experience with laboratory testing equipment, including spectrometers, hardness testers, tensile testing equipment, metallography equipment, and sand testing equipment
• Knowledge of quality systems, inspection procedures, and ISO 9001 requirements
• Experience documenting defects, nonconforming material, scrap, and inspection results
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and quality requirements
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability and willingness to cross-train in multiple quality and laboratory functions to provide shift coverage
• Commitment to continuous learning, professional development, and maintaining consistent quality standards

Work Environment

• Work is performed in a manufacturing plant, warehouse, or production facility.
• Exposure to industrial noise, dust, dirt, fumes, heavy machinery, moving equipment, and other manufacturing-related conditions.
• Work areas may experience extreme temperatures, including heat during summer months and cold during winter months.
• Required use of personal protective equipment (PPE), which may include safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, safety footwear, and other job-specific protective equipment.
• Position may require working various shifts, including nights, weekends, and overtime, depending on production needs.
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, pushing, pulling, and lifting, depending on job responsibilities.
• Work may involve repetitive movements and working around industrial equipment and vehicle traffic.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Benefits

• Company sponsored medical, dental and vision insurance.
• 401k with company match and vesting
• 6 paid company holidays
• Paid Time Off

Farrar Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer in accordance with applicable laws