Manufacturing Quality Control Technician - Inspector

Description: A Quality Technician inspects products or materials for defects to help ensure the supply chain runs smoothly by identifying issues early in the process. Inspecting raw materials, semi-finished and finished output samples by appropriate drawings or specifications by measuring dimensions and examining functionalityEnsuring subcontractor goods meet required specifications and tolerancesChecking that the assembly or production line adheres to standards and procedures and complies with regulationsReviewing blueprints and specifications to compare to produced goodsDetermining the causes of product defects and offering advice on how best to correct the issuesRecording inspection results by completing reports, summarizing re-works and wastes and inputting data into quality databaseTraining the production team on quality control measures to improve product excellence and proposing improvements to the production processUpdating job knowledge by engaging in educational opportunities and regular trainingKeeping measurement equipment operating accurately by following calibration requirements and calling for repairsRequired Skills:Knowledge of quality standards, best practices for quality assurance and product safety regulations for the employer's specific industrySpatial reasoning skills to interpret blueprints and schematicsObservational skills to identify defects in product characteristics, such as shape, size, color and surface textureAnalytical and problem-solving skills to understand test results and diagnose product defectsAbility to use measuring devices like gauges, meters, calipers, torque wrenches, hardness testers, tensile testers, surface roughness testers, scopes, digital inspection systems and other tools and equipmentCommunication skills to create concise reports and provide feedback and instruction to the manufacturing teamAbility to remain upright and mobile throughout a shift, move heavy objects and access difficult-to-reach spacesEqual Opportunity Employer