Overview:
Senvias is seeking a detail-oriented Lead Quality Inspector to ensure our products meet the highest quality standards while providing hands-on inspections and leadership. If you’re experienced in precision inspections, enjoy mentoring team members, and are passionate about continuous improvement, we’d love to hear from you!
Position Summary:
The Lead Quality Inspector ensures that products meet established quality standards and customer requirements while performing hands-on inspections. This role combines inspection duties with key responsibilities in training team members, assisting with decision-making, and determining work assignments. The Lead Quality Inspector helps facilitate smooth operations within the quality department and supports continuous improvement initiatives.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
- Conduct visual and mechanical inspections of raw materials, in-process components, and finished products according to predefined specifications and standards.
- Utilize measurement tools and equipment, such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges, to perform precise inspections.
- Document inspection results, including recording defects, deviations, and corrective actions taken.
- Provide training and guidance to new and existing Quality Inspectors, ensuring adherence to quality standards and effective inspection practices.
- Assist with decision-making related to quality issues, including on advising on appropriate corrective actions and adjustments.
- Determine and coordinate daily work assignments for second shift Quality Inspectors to ensure efficient inspection processes and coverage.
- Facilitate communication between the Quality Inspection team and other departments (e.g., production, process engineering) to address quality concerns and enhance processes.
- Monitor and report on quality metrics and performance to support continuous improvement efforts.
- Ensure that inspection tools and equipment are properly calibrated, maintained, and in good working condition
Education & Experience:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in quality control or inspection, with extensive hands-on inspection experience
Skills & Abilities
- Strong technical expertise in quality inspection and measurement techniques.
- Ability to effectively train and mentor colleagues
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills with attention to detail.
- Proficient in using measurement tools and inspection equipment.
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to interact with various departments and stakeholders.
- Ability to interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and specifications.
- Familiarity with quality management systems and standards (e.g., ISO9001, IATF16949, AS9100)
- Strong organization skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
Physical Demands & Work Environment:
- Ability to stand or walk for extended periods.
- Ability to lift and carry moderate weights.
- Ability to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including safety shoes, protective eye wear, and others as required.
- Exposure to noise from machinery and equipment.
- Work in a manufacturing environment with varying temperatures and lighting conditions.
- Some overtime may be required to meet production deadlines or address quality issues.
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