Job Description

Department: Inspection

Job Title: Inspector I

Reports to: Inspection Supervisor

General Description: Perform manual/visual and dimensional inspection of molded products to ensure satisfactory quality and compliance with customer requirements. Job involves routine, repetitive checking of production parts and the performance of minor rework/repairs to identified defects. Job may involve operating automated inspection equipment to perform inspection. With training, able to work on majority of products with limited supervision.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

Follow approved methods and client specifications to perform all types of visual inspection and segregate and identify those with flaws
Follow current department procedures regarding proper work allocation
Follow established ISO Procedures
Accurately record/communicate data using ERP system (APPX)
Follow WIP and interpret product status
Use proper line clearance procedures to ensure segregation of parts
Load parts onto rods with the use of picks
Buff various parts on a cloth buffing wheel
Use scales to measure and count product
Perform Flash Checks as needed
Consistently meet productivity goals while maintaining appropriate product quality
Use information on bin tags to understand and follow special instructions
Use information on bin tags to understand and follow routing process
Perform work demanding a high degree of accuracy and close tolerance inspection
Consult with Supervisor or Lead when verification is needed
Demonstrate regular and consistent attendance
Work overtime as required
Maintain acceptable housekeeping standards at all times to ensure a safe and productive work environment for all employees

Keep working area orderly by complying with 6-S Program
Learn additional department processes as needed
Provide assistance in other departments as needed with supervision
Other duties as assigned by Supervisor or Lead

Prerequisite Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent desired
Ability to work well with others
Ability to read, write, speak and comprehend written and verbal instructions in English
Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations
Must be able to follow detailed instructions
Ability to learn inspection techniques and operating procedures
Has neat, legible handwriting (or printing)
Ability to learn and use, with assistance, scales and other measuring devices

Physical Requirements:

Good vision (with or without corrective lenses)
Ability to sit for long periods of time
Ability to stand for long periods of time
Fine motor skills in hands/wrist and good hand/eye coordination
Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. on occasion

Benefits offered to all full-time employees 1st of the month following 60 days of employment;

Medical insurance

Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) matching plan

Basic Life insurance

Voluntary Life insurance

LTD/STD insurance

Flexible benefits plan

Vision insurance

Generous PTO plan

Employee savings account (interest paying)

Holiday pay (8) – starts upon hire

Benefits offered after one year of full-time employment;

Employee loan

Biannual profit sharing program