Quality Inspector

SUMMARY

This quality assurance inspector position is responsible for conducting stamped product inspections, verifying and documenting inspection results, as well as documenting non-conformances in accordance with applicable customer requirements and internal procedures. This role will also support internal audits, customer surveillances, stamping product rework, and customer audits, when required.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Safely, accurately, and promptly performs inspections to correct inspection plan using tools/techniques such as micrometers, calipers, comparator, digital height indicators, feeler gages, hand gages, drop gages, OGP and written and visual standards in addition to getting the correct fixtures for the part consistent with customer requirements.
• Operates equipment, as required (i.e. OGP, CMM (only if internally certified) and comparator).
• Conducts visual inspections for stamped or machined products.
• Conducts in-process and final inspections of in-house manufactured products per established SOP requirements, instructions in traveler, and/or documents referenced on the traveler.
• Records and documents inspection results / findings on applicable data sheets / forms.
• Assists in the preparation and development of inspection instructions / procedures.
• Ensures completion of inspections in a timely manner and tracks/reports activities and metrics.
• Participates in internal audits, as requested.
• Organizes, maintain and secures inspection records to provide for good documentation practices and efficient retrieval.
• Performs department clerical tasks, as assigned, to support department activities.
• Works in accordance with and ensures compliance with the quality system procedures, related to work activities.
• Performs first piece and final inspections.
• Ensures compliance of Company Policies, ISO-9001, NQA-1, JV Manufacturing Quality Management System and applicable government regulations.

General

• Embraces and participates in JV’s Safety culture, always keeping Safety as the #1 priority. Conforms to and follows all safety rules, production, and quality directives.  Maintains cleanliness of work area to meet JV standards.
• Reports any incidents that have occurred in a timely fashion and participates in investigations, as required (i.e. safety, spills, accidents, productivity/workflow).
• Makes suggestions, demonstrates a questioning attitude and is supportive and open minded to new and existing ideas/initiatives.
• Maintains positive and supportive employee relations through continuous communication with all colleagues.
• Filing, inventory, administrative, tasks, security, auditing, housekeeping, painting, inspections, telephone calls, ordering, shipping, training, mentoring, updating safety data sheets, and any other duties as assigned.
• Performs other duties and assignments, as deemed necessary, to support JV’s dynamic business and operational needs.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS & COMPETENCIES 

• Education -- High School diploma or equivalent.
• Experience -- At least five (5) years of inspection/testing of components, fabricated parts, subassemblies, product assemblies, and finished devices, or related/equivalent industry experience.
• Technology – Proficient computer skills, including use and navigation of internet/intranet. Ability to learn and become proficient in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook) and Visio.  Ability to understand and apply appropriate usage of technology in a work environment including virus prevention.  Ability to learn other technology related skills, as needed, to perform the essential functions of the position. 
• Knowledge and Competencies – See Appendix A (last page)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Education / Training – Technical or Associates Degree in related field.                
• Technology – Mini-tab and Statistical Process Control, Gage R & R, and capability studies experience.
• Industry Specific Knowledge – Familiarity with ISO 9001, ISO TS 19649, NQA-1, 10 CFR Appendix B, and 10 CFR Part 21 is a plus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is generally working within a temperature-controlled manufacturing environment.
• This position is considered safety sensitive, due to operating heavy machinery and equipment.
• Work week is a minimum of 40 hours. There is additional mandatory overtime as business and operational needs necessitate. Shifts may rotate between 1st, 2nd and 3rd shift, as required.  Required work hours, schedules and shifts are subject to change based upon business necessity.  Required reliable transportation applies to all shifts, as assigned. 
• Regularly works near moving mechanical parts.
• Noise level varies throughout the different work areas. Must wear appropriate PPE, as required, in work area(s).

PHYSICAL & MENTAL 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.
• General – Physical ability and mobility to walk, stand, and sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb, reach, twist, grasp, and make repetitive hand movement; ability to climb unusual heights on ladders, to lift, carry, push, and/or pull moderate to heavy loads (up to 50 lbs.); to operate assigned equipment and vehicles.
• Near Vision— The ability to see details at close range.  Passing an annual acuity eye exam, in accordance with customer requirements, is required for this position.

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS 

• Competitive and Overtime Pay
• 15% Shift Differential 
• Medical Insurance (JV fully funds, no premiums paid) 
• Dental & Vision Insurance at Low Costs 
• Medical Benefit Opt - Out With Reimbursement Program 
• Short- & Long-Term Disability (JV fully funds)  
• 401K Retirement Plan (Employer Match) 
• Yearly Bonus Program 
• PTO and Paid Holidays 

ADDITIONAL BENEFIT OFFERINGS  

• Medical Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Legal Service and Identity Theft 
• 529 College Savings Plan 
• Accidental, Hospital, Indemnity, and Critical Illness Insurance 
• Training and Educational Assistance/ Tuition Reimbursement
• Apprenticeship Program
• Local Credit Union Sponsorship 
• Safety Shoe and Prescription Safety Glasses Reimbursement (JV funds half) 
• Tool Purchase Program 
• Shop Coats at No Cost 

ADDITIONAL BENEFIT OFFERINGS  

• 15% Discount Off All Purchases at Dunham's Sports
• 10% Group Discount at Highland Tire
• Supplier Discount with Chrysler, Fiat, and Dodge 
• Food Trucks On Site