OVERVIEW/FUNCTION
Inspect, audit, and report on materials, processes, and products using variable or attribute measuring instruments and techniques to ensure conformance with the company's quality standards. Assist with the creation and processing of First Article Inspection Reports (FAIR) for customers. Participate in Failure Analysis, Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA), and Continuous Improvement Projects (CIP). Train production personnel and lower-level inspectors on quality techniques and policies as applicable.
EDUCATIONAL & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
A high school diploma or equivalent
At least 2 years in an inspection role, or equivalent experience
Familiarity reading blueprints, engineering drawings, specification sheets, and bills of material (BOMs)
Experience using precision measurement tools
Good computer skills and experience with Microsoft Excel and Office software
Familiarity with Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T)
Basic SPC knowledge
Familiarity with sampling plan techniques
Experience operating a CMM with PC-DMIS (preferred)
Experience working in a high purity plastic manufacturing environment (preferred)
SKILL LEVEL / KEY STRENGTHS
Employee must be effective working independently with little supervision, and with cross functional teams. Good problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and excellent written and oral communication skills are required. The individual must be flexible, adaptable, and possess a high sense of integrity.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
1) Perform all work in a safe manner. Promptly report safety issues and any unsafe behavior of others to management.
2) Perform incoming, in-process, and final inspections utilizing precision measurement instruments and surface plate as required
3) Perform and document first article inspections
4) Work with Manufacturing and Engineering departments to develop and improve inspection techniques
5) Participate actively throughout the entire new product / process development phase
6) Provide input for new equipment, tooling, and fixture procurement
7) Develop inspection and test procedures as required
8) Actively participate in employee training and development
9) May perform internal audits of the quality system
10) Maintain a clean, orderly, and safe work environment
11) Understand the urgency of our industry and be willing to work overtime
12) Comply with company policies and procedures
13) Other duties as directed by management