SC A-Line Quality Inspector - N6

Fehrer Automotive North America; Duncan (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Fehrer Automotive North America in Duncan, SC is seeking a Welding Cell Inspector to verify welds and parts meet customer standards using gauges and visual inspection. You will document audits and ensure proper labeling and packaging.

You will collaborate with Production Supervisors, drive quality, participate in continuous improvement, and uphold IATF/ISO/TISAX audit compliance while following safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Leadership and strong communication skills are required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve quality issues in a fast-paced automotive environment.

Responsibilities

• Check parts for conformance to customer standards using gauge and visual inspection.
• Rack/box and label frames for designated packaging.
• Enter all audit and inspection data.
• Communicate quality issues to Production Supervisor and line lead promptly.
• Identify nonconforming material and approve material for shipment when appropriate.
• Follow safety protocols and maintain audit compliance (IATF, ISO, TISAX).

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Microsoft Office

Troubleshooting

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Job Location: Duncan, SC 29334.

SUMMARY: The Welding Cell Inspector checks the parts for conformance to customer standards. When defects are found, they are dispositioned by the guidelines defined in the work instructions. Conforming product is packed and labeled as specified by the customer.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Check parts for conformance to customer standards using gauge, and full visual inspection of welds, parts, placement etc. in accordance with quality standards.
• Rack/box and labeling of frames in designated packaging
• Enter all audit and inspection data
• Communicate quality issues to Production Supervisor and line lead in a timely manner.
• Identify nonconforming material.
• Approve material for shipment.
• Stage boxes and roll packs in designated locations
• Push product to designated area for pickup
• Fill out daily inspection sheets
• Understand and maintain audit compliance as it relates to the welding cell function. This would include: IATF, ISO, and TISAX (information security).
• Follow all safety protocols and guidelines established by the company. Encourage safe practices and a safety-first mindset among coworkers.
• Performs other duties as needed and assigned

Qualifications

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
• Above average leadership and communication skills.
• Approve parts in a timely manner and keep floor caught up.
• Knowledge of all the quality standards for all of the parts.
• Make fast decisions in a rapid automotive environment
• Self-motivated
• Positive attitude
• Proficient working knowledge of all equipment and processes in designated area.
• Troubleshooting skills.

Education and/Or Experience

Employee must have working knowledge of manufacturing environment. The individual will be responsible for overseeing manufacturing activities with regard to continuous improvement. Must be self-motivated and possess well developed leadership skills.

• High School Diploma/GED

Language Skills

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret basic instructions and required documents. Has the ability to respond and communicate complicated instruction and basic directions.

• Ability to read and interpret work instructions/general production information written and communicated in English

Mathematical Skills

Ability to comprehend and apply principles of basic mathematics.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee is required to stand, walk, lift, and sit. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Standing for an extended period of time.
• Must be able to bend over and pick up debris and material.
• Must be able to bend over racks and check parts.
• Ability to lift 30 lbs.

Work Environment

Normal amount of sitting and standing, above average mobility to move around an office and plant environment, able to conduct normal amount of work on a computer.

• Works with Employees, Supervisor, Line Leads, Process and Maintenance Technicians.
• Works as a team with fellow employees.