Quality Assurance Inspector (2nd Shift)

Job Description

Job Description

About the Role:

The Quality Assurance Inspector (2nd Shift) plays a critical role in ensuring that all manufactured products meet stringent quality standards before reaching customers. This position involves conducting detailed inspections and tests on materials, components, and finished products to identify defects or deviations from specifications. The inspector collaborates closely with production teams to address quality issues promptly and implements corrective actions to prevent recurrence. By maintaining accurate records and reporting findings, the inspector supports continuous improvement initiatives and compliance with industry regulations. Ultimately, this role helps uphold the company’s reputation for delivering reliable, high-quality products while minimizing waste and rework.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience in a manufacturing quality assurance or inspection role.
• Basic knowledge of quality control principles and measurement techniques.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Strong attention to detail and manual dexterity.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in a manufacturing environment on a 2nd shift schedule.
• Familiarity with statistical process control (SPC) and quality management systems (QMS).
• Proficiency with computerized inspection and reporting tools.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities:

• Perform visual and dimensional inspections of raw materials, in-process components, and finished products according to established quality standards and procedures.
• Utilize precision measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges to verify product specifications.
• Document inspection results accurately and communicate any non-conformances or quality concerns to the production and quality management teams.
• Assist in root cause analysis and participate in corrective and preventive action processes to resolve quality issues.
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols and maintain a clean, organized work environment on the 2nd shift.

Skills:

The required skills enable the inspector to accurately assess product quality by interpreting technical drawings and using precision measurement tools daily. Attention to detail is essential for identifying subtle defects that could impact product performance or safety. Communication skills are used to effectively report findings and collaborate with production teams to resolve issues quickly. Preferred skills such as knowledge of SPC and QMS enhance the inspector’s ability to contribute to process improvements and maintain compliance with industry standards. Additionally, proficiency with computerized tools streamlines documentation and supports data-driven decision-making in quality assurance activities.