Quality Control Inspector (QC Inspector)
Position Title: Quality Control Inspector (QC Inspector)
Shift: 3rd Shift (Training Provided on 1st Shift)
Schedule: Sunday-Thursday 11:30pm – 7:30am
Location: Milford, CT
Pay: $26.20/hr
Position Summary
The Quality Control Inspector is responsible for performing quality inspections, monitoring production processes, identifying potential non-conforming materials, and maintaining accurate quality documentation. This position supports production goals by ensuring molded components meet established quality standards and specifications.
The successful candidate will demonstrate strong attention to detail, effective communication skills, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities
- Perform general and specific quality control inspections and maintain all required documentation.
- Conduct hourly quality checks to verify products meet established standards and specifications.
- Perform quality inspections using a microscope, precision indicators, and other inspection equipment as required.
- Complete and maintain traceability paperwork for all molded components.
- Maintain accurate quality records, inspection documents, and shift reports.
- Work with the molding forklift operator to identify and address potential non-conformances in inventory.
- Follow up on potential non-conformances identified by the Lighter Assembly department.
- Perform production operator tasks as needed to support production schedules and operational requirements.
- Communicate quality concerns, inspection results, and potential issues to the appropriate departments.
- Follow established safety procedures, quality standards, and work instructions.
- Complete additional assignments as needed to support safety, quality, and production goals.
Additional Responsibilities
- Perform other related duties as assigned by management or as business needs require.
- Follow detailed procedural instructions and established quality control processes.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.
- Collaborate with team members and other departments to resolve quality issues and maintain production efficiency.
Required Qualifications
Education and Experience
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Experience working safely with high-speed, automated production equipment preferred.
- Must successfully pass the required Inspector Exam.
Skills and Abilities
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Basic math skills and the ability to perform measurements and interpret inspection results.
- Effective analytical, interpersonal, communication, and time-management skills.
- Ability to understand and follow detailed or complex work instructions and procedures.
- Ability to work independently with limited supervision and contribute effectively in a team environment.
- Ability to communicate quality concerns clearly and collaborate with other departments.
- Flexibility to work different shifts as required by training and business needs.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand for up to 12 hours per shift.
- Ability to repetitively lift up to 15 pounds and lift up to 50 pounds as needed.
- Ability to perform repetitive inspection and production-related tasks.
- Ability to use microscopes, precision indicators, and other quality inspection tools.
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