Senior Quality Inspector

The Armor Group; Mason (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

The Armor Group in Mason, OH, is seeking a Senior Quality Inspector to perform part, sub-assembly, and final assembly inspections per drawings and specs to meet internal and customer requirements. You will document inspections, manage certs/COCs from suppliers, and log non-conformances in Epicor while working with Quality Engineers, Project Managers, and manufacturing teams.

A strong background in blueprint reading and measurement tools is essential, with 5+ years in quality inspection in metal

Qualifications

• Proven inspection skills with drawings/specifications.
• Experience in quality systems and measurement tools.
• Ability to read weld symbols and tolerances.

Responsibilities

• Documented inspection of incoming, first piece, in-process, and final parts across product lines.
• Accept or reject parts based on drawings and specs.
• Collect and maintain supplier certs/COCs.
• Log non-conformances in Epicor for vendor items.
• Copy, file, and report labor data; support QA team and managers.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Measurement tools

Mechanical aptitude

Data analysis

Detail oriented

Written/verbal communication

MS Office

Education

High School diploma

CQI Certification

Two-year post-secondary degree

Tools

Epicor

Excel

Outlook

Word

Job description

This Senior Quality Inspector will provide part and product, sub-assembly, and final assembly inspection services for assigned product lines, following defined inspection processes per the drawings and specifications to meet internal and customer’s requirements.

Responsibilities include:

• Documented inspection of incoming, first piece, in-process, and final parts/products across several product lines
• Part acceptance and rejection based on engineering drawings and specifications
• Collecting and maintaining certs & COC’s from suppliers
• Documenting, in Epicor, non-conformances for vendor-supplied items
• Document copying, document filing, and labor reporting
• Assist Quality Specialists, Manufacturing (welders, assemblers, supervisors), Engineers and Project Managers on Quality related matters/issues
• Additional items as assigned by Quality Engineer and Quality Manager

COMPETENCY AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Proficient in blue-print reading including tolerancing and weld symbols
• Knowledge and experience using hand-held measurement tools (micrometer, calipers, gauges, tape, etc.)
• Possess a mechanical aptitude
• Possess the ability to process numbers, and record statistics
• Multi-tasker, detail oriented, organized, efficient and accurate
• Possess the confidence to question, place on hold, call out sub-par quality without reservation
• Ability to communicate through clear explanation, verbalization, and concise writing
• Knowledge and use of Excel, Outlook, and Word at an intermediate level
• All Armor Employees are expected to demonstrate Armor’s core values (Customer Focused, Passionate about their work, Solution Oriented, Driven by Integrity)

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of High School or Technical School diploma
• Two-year post-secondary degree or Certification as a CQI (Certified Quality Inspector)
• Minimum 5 years of quality inspection experience, preferably with parts/products fabricated from sheet metal, structural steel, steel piping and machined metals.
• Ability to visually inspect welds to determine non-conformances
• Knowledge and use of a variety of hand-held measuring instrumentation
• Experience working in a Quality certified environment (ISO 9001, AS9100, etc.) preferred

WORKING AND PHYSICAL CONDITIONS

• This position will typically require 90% time on the production floor and 10% time in the office
• This position can be assigned to work either the 1 st , 2 nd, or weekend shift (need dependent)

EQUIPMENT USED

Computer, Variety of Hand Measuring Tools, Copier, Telephone, Forklift

PRINCIPAL CONTACTS

This position interacts internally with Direct Manager, Manufacturing Supervisors, Project Managers, Engineers, Purchasing Buyers, Quality (Inspectors, Specialists & Quality Engineer). Externally the position interacts with customers and suppliers specifically related to quality issues.