About this role
Key Responsibilities
• Perform incoming, in‑process, and final inspections on materials and products. • Assist in root cause investigations and support corrective and preventive actions (CAPA). • Identify, document, and segregate nonconforming material. • Partner with engineering, operations, and supply chain teams to resolve and prevent quality issues. • Conduct visual, dimensional, and functional inspections according to engineering drawings, specifications, and work instructions. • Verify that products meet company, customer, and regulatory standards / specifications. • Record Inspection results accurately in logs, forms, or digital systems. • Prepare quality reports and communicate findings to supervisors or engineering teams. • Evaluate and process returned goods (RMA) and document findings. • Support SPC data collection and trend analysis. • Maintain calibration status of inspection and test equipment. • Promote quality awareness and continuous improvement on the shop floor.
Required Skills
• Ability to read Technical / Blueprints / Engineering / GD&T drawings, Specifications, or Work Instructions. • Proficient with inspection tools and measurement equipment, including calipers, micrometers, scales, surface tester, thread gauges, bore gauges, microscope, gauge pins, blocks, and feeler gauges. • Basic understanding of quality systems, root‑cause analysis, and problem‑solving tools (e.g., 5 Why, Fishbone, FMEA, SPC). • Strong attention to detail and ability to identify defects. • Basic understanding of quality control principles. • Ability to work independently and in a team environment. • Strong computer skills including MS Office, databases, and ERP systems. • Strong communication and interpersonal skills. • Knowledge of quality standards such as ISO 9001 and AS9100. • Familiar with ERP/MRP systems and quality software tools. • Knowledge of inspection methods (incoming, in‑process, final inspection).
Work Conditions
• Office and Manufacturing Environment • You will be located on site at our Eastlake, OH location
Physical Requirements
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and inspect products throughout shift. • Must be able to lift, carry, and move materials, equipment or parts weighing up to 1 – 40 lbs.
Education and Experience Requirements
• High school diploma or GED required; associate degree or technical certification preferred. • Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a quality Inspection role, preferably in an OEM or manufacturing environment. • Experience in manufacturing and food processing equipment, or industrial machinery.