What are the responsibilities and job description for the Inspector I position at Komatsu?
Komatsu is an indispensable partner to the construction, mining, forestry, forklift, and industrial machinery markets, maximizing value for customers through innovative solutions. With a diverse line of products supported by our advanced IoT technologies, regional distribution channels, and a global service network, we tap into the power of data and technology to enhance safety and productivity while optimizing performance. Komatsu supports a myriad of markets, including housing, infrastructure, water, pipeline, minerals, automobile, aerospace, electronics and medical, through its many brands and subsidiaries, including TimberPro, Joy, P&H, Montabert, Modular Mining Systems, Hensley Industries, NTC, and Gigaphoton.
Job Overview
To inspect parts, components and finished products to insure conformance to Komatsu standards of quality.
Key Job Responsibilities
- Inspect parts, components, and finished products to insure conformance Komatsu standards of quality.
- Inspects assembly/weld materials using a variety of measuring instruments, including electronic and/or mechanical measuring instruments.
- Checks for irregularities and defects.
- Inspects components and parts to extremely close tolerances which may have unusual or nonstandard shapes.
- Compares product with parts list to ensure completion of assembly.
- Verifies specified dimensions of parts and components using inspection equipment.
- Performs a variety of tasks related to product inspection requiring a thorough knowledge of inspection techniques, tools, materials and equipment.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications/Requirements
- High School Diploma/GED required.
- Previous experience in inspection preferred or Associate Degree in Quality Assurance/Quality Control.
- Ability to read blueprints required.
- Mathematical background and calibration experience preferred.
- Five years of experience in a manufacturing environment required.
- Must project a cooperative and positive attitude toward customers, employees and the Company.
- Incumbent may be required to work overtime as required to meet schedules.
- Must comply with all environmental, quality and safety rules, practices and standards.
- Must be willing to work any shift.
Additional Information
Additional Job Requirements for Internal Candidates:
- Must have worked in his/her job a minimum of 6 months.
- Must have no 2nd step corrective action. Must currently be in a lower classification to be eligible to apply.
Komatsu is an Equal Opportunity Workplace and an Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Nearest Major Market: Chattanooga
