Quality Inspector I

Your ContributionPerform product inspection using either a sampling plan or 100% inspection to verify quality characteristics as specified on the drawing, work order, or catalogPerform product inspections using various mechanical or digital tools including, but not limited to: Micrometers, calipers, drop gages, height gages, profilometers, CMMs, optical comparators, autocollimators, strain measurement systems, optical or digital microscopes, striae light systems, etc.Inspect and identify internal characteristics such as inclusions, cords, striae, stress birefringence, bubbles, crystals, haze, foreign particles, cracks, knots, and other defectsDetermine bubble group/class, striae grade, and stress grade of productsIdentify and segregate defective products for rework or culletInspect and identify scratches, digs, and inclusions using military and ISO processes, optical or digital microscopes, and other tools as requiredPerform Artful greying of edge chips if necessaryCompiles production and QA reports and documentsUnderstand work orders, customer drawings, GD&T (geometric dimensioning and tolerancing), military and ISO standards, and AQL sampling proceduresPerform cleaning on final polished products using various cleaning supplies and procedures when necessaryDevelop and implement process improvementsMaintain strict confidentiality of trade secret processesRecord and generate quality data reportsGenerate computerized labels for in-process or final productConfirm time worked, parts scrapped, and parts passing using SAPPost final product using SAPMaintain orderliness and cleanliness within work areasImplement and maintain 6S principles within work areasTransport process supplies and productPack finished product per JIB, procedure, or supervisor guidanceAttend Hazardous waste training; follow rules for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), housekeeping, and 6S.Your Profile1 - 3 years quality experience in a production environment.High School Diploma or GED required.Ability to lift/carry/manipulate weights up to 50 pounds.Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. Ability to read and interpret glass drawings, operate lifting devices and retain a forklift (Raymond) certification.Experience using business systems/MS Office Suite software proficiently/SAP, Experience using measuring equipment to include microscopes, optical comparator, polarimeter, and various gauges, etc.Your BenefitsAt SCHOTT, you can expect a unique corporate culture where we emphasize equity, diversity, and inclusion. We know: motivated and committed employees are the precondition for the success of our company.We offer a wide range of benefits to meet your needs to include medical, dental, vision, 401K, vacation, holidays, personal days, enhanced 401k retirement savings, short-term disability, etc.This position is covered by a union collective bargaining agreement. Starting rate is $26.33 and includes 6 month progression increases up to 18 months.