Description:
Summary:
The Quality Inspector will verify that all materials and components received from suppliers meet quality standards and specifications before they are used in production.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct visual and dimensional inspections of incoming materials, components, and products to quality and safety standards.
• Perform physical inspection of optical components through the use of microscopes and measurement equipment.
• Perform visual and dimensional inspection of injection molded, sheet metal, and packaging components for conformity to specifications.
• Records inspection results, creates reports, and maintains accurate records.
• Identifies and documents any defects or deviations from specifications.
• Executes calibration activities, including review and retrieval of calibrated equipment for processing.
• Facilitates all weekly Material Review Board meetings and performs the necessary transactions associated with that process.
• Communicate with suppliers and internal teams to resolve quality issues and ensure the timely delivery of conforming materials.
• Collaborate with other departments such as engineering, manufacturing, and service to address quality concerns and implement corrective actions.

Requirements:

Skills and Qualifications:

• 2-4 years of experience as a Quality Inspector in a small-batch, high-variety manufacturing environment.
• Must be able to read blueprints, schematics, specifications, etc.
• Experience with inspection tools and equipment: digital height gages, verniers, pin gages, etc.
• Knowledge in using a FARO Arm is preferred but not necessary.
• Knowledge of sampling methodologies; MIL STD, ANSI, etc.
• Strong working knowledge of Excel and Word.
• Knowledge of ERP/PLM systems such as NetSuite and Arena.
• Strong attention to detail when performing inspections and documenting results.
• Must be able to work in a cross-functional team environment.
• The ability to work in an environment with competing priorities is necessary.
• Ability to cooperate as part of the quality team to meet department goals.
• A High School Diploma or technical degree, or equivalent, is required.

• Conduct visual and dimensional inspections of incoming materials, components, and products to quality and safety standards.
• Perform physical inspection of optical components through the use of microscopes and measurement equipment.
• Perform visual and dimensional inspection of injection molded, sheet metal, and packaging components for conformity to specifications.
• Records inspection results, creates reports, and maintains accurate records.
• Identifies and documents any defects or deviations from specifications.
• Executes calibration activities, including review and retrieval of calibrated equipment for processing.
• Facilitates all weekly Material Review Board meetings and performs the necessary transactions associated with that process.
• Communicate with suppliers and internal teams to resolve quality issues and ensure the timely delivery of conforming materials.
• Collaborate with other departments such as engineering, manufacturing, and service to address quality concerns and implement corrective actions