Quality Inspector

Summary of Position

The Quality Inspector is responsible for ensuring that all Sussex IM manufactured products meet the customers' specifications by supporting the manufacturing teams.

Essential Duties, Responsibilities, & Authority

• Performs in-process inspections requiring variable/attribute test methods that require gauges. Examples include tensile testing, moisture analysis, leak testing, running programs on the CMM, go – no go gauging, metrology involving micrometers, calipers, digital gauges. Records measurements in IQMS.
• Follows established metrology, safety, and test equipment procedures.
• Ensures all metrology lab procedures are current and up to date.
• Assists with gauge calibration.
• Performs basic maintenance to keep QA equipment (QA1, QA2, Inspection Stations) clean and in good working order. Reports all damaged, nonfunctional, or out of calibration equipment.
• Communicates all relevant quality information with the quality and manufacturing personnel on all shifts.
• Maintain QA offices and storage areas in a neat, orderly condition according to 5S standards.
• Performs Quality projects/duties as directed by the Quality Lead including gauge R&R, and capability study measurements for NPD.
• Maintain a safe working environment. Report any unsafe conditions.
• Follow Sussex IM's environmental policies to protect and minimize our impact on the environment.
• Maintains a safe 5S working environment to minimize the possibility of an injury. Always acts in a safe manner and ensures that those around them do not put themselves or others at risk.
• Reports any unsafe conditions to a manager.
• Performs other related duties and assignments as assigned or required.

Required Education, Credentials, & Certifications

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred
• Quality training and certification a plus.

Job Specification

• Minimum of one year experience in a Quality Inspector role or a Cell Lead/Op3 Blue role.
• Quality training and certification a plus.
• Requires 20/20 vision corrected.
• Must have normal color perception. Must not be colorblind.
• Ability to lift 40 lbs.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Uses good interpersonal communication techniques to work with subordinates and/or co-workers. Is courteous and helpful when interacting with fellow employees. Helps to create a positive work environment.
• Working knowledge of PC based software and data entry.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in a multilanguage environment.
• Demonstrated ability to properly use various hand measuring tools (i.e., micrometer, dial caliper, dial indicator, force gauges, etc.).
• Knowledge of gauge calibration systems and its relation to ISO 9001/13485 standards
• Proficiency in the use of various measuring devices, e.g., optical comparator, force gauges, dial indicator, micrometer, etc.
• Ability to focus on improving processes and address nonconformances.
• Attention to detail.
• Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness and monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Self-starter with can-do attitude