2nd Shift - Quality Assurance Inspector

Schedule: Monday – Thursday, 4:00 PM – 3:30 AM (Optional Overtime on Fridays)
Shift Premium: 7.5%

The Quality Assurance Inspector is responsible for ensuring that products and materials meet defined quality specifications through rigorous inspection and documentation. This role acts as a critical liaison between the quality department and manufacturing floor, supporting production processes to uphold quality standards. The job description may be updated periodically to reflect evolving business needs.

Duties Responsibilities

• Perform and document first-piece inspections, coil change inspections, and in-process inspections to verify compliance with defined specifications.
• Serve as a liaison between production supervisors, operators, and the quality department to address quality-related concerns and foster effective communication.
• Identify, document, and control non-conforming products, ensuring adherence to quality procedures.
• Record and analyze production line scrap, providing insights to improve efficiency.
• Support manufacturing floor activities to maintain seamless operations and uphold quality standards.
• Distribute shop floor documents, including work orders, labels, and inspection plans, ensuring accurate and timely delivery.
• Maintain accurate and organized records to meet regulatory and company standards.
• Participate in root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to resolve quality issues.
• Engage in continuous improvement projects to optimize processes and enhance product quality.
• Assist in conducting First Article Inspections (FAIs) and other customer-specific quality validations.
• Support gauge maintenance tasks, including calibration and verification activities.
• Perform statistical analysis to monitor and improve process performance.
• Operate Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM) and other precision inspection tools.

Authority

• Stop unsafe processes immediately to protect employees and products.
• Reject non-conforming products to maintain quality standards.
• Approve and release conforming products for further processing or shipment.

Physical Demands Work Environment

• The employee must be able to lift and carry heavy objects weighing up to forty (40) pounds and work comfortably in a noisy and potentially hazardous industrial environment. Additionally, they should be capable of standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and reaching for extended periods. During job duties, the employee may also need to sit, stoop, kneel, climb, or balance occasionally. They must frequently lift and/or move objects weighing up to forty (40) pounds and may be exposed to moving mechanical parts and a risk of electrical shock. There is occasional exposure to high, precarious places, and specific vision abilities required include close vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The work environment often features loud noise levels due to moving mechanical parts.

Experience, Knowledge Skills

• At least two (2) years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to perform self-directed work and manage priorities effectively.
• Proficiency in blueprint reading and interpreting technical drawings.
• Experience using precision measurement tools such as calipers and micrometers.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Windows and basic computer applications.
• Understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) features.
• Experience using advanced inspection tools, such as CMMs, optical comparators, and Rockwell hardness testers.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 standards and quality management systems.
• Experience conducting Capability Studies and Gauge R&R analyses.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to contribute to process improvement initiatives.

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Why Join Talan Products?

• Competitive Wages & Benefits – We offer comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and a 401(k) with company matching contributions. Paid holidays, vacation time, and personal days are also included.
• Work-Life Balance – Many of our team members have been with us for over five years, a testament to the healthy balance we prioritize.
• Career Growth Opportunities – Take advantage of tuition reimbursement, on-the-job training, and internal advancement opportunities.
• Continuous Learning & Development – We provide resources to help employees advance in their careers, no matter their current level.

At Talan Products, Inc., we value diversity and inclusion. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and a workplace free of discrimination or harassment. Our hiring decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.