Quality Inspector

Overview

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This reports to the Plant Manager and is responsible for QC inspections from incoming through to final inspections of outgoing orders. Documents and reports on any non-conforming materials/products and assists in investigating and resolving such issues.

• Quality Control (85% of time)
  • Conducts incoming inspection, in-process and final inspection of products and materials
  • Conducts inspection of shipment, creates and controls Certificates of Conformance
  • Conducts first-off inspection of production set‑ups
  • Documents product issues and communicates clearly to various personnel
  • Assists in creating inspection instructions, records and quality documentation for products
  • Assists in collecting data, such as inspection and test results, to drive continuous improvement in manufacturing and inspection/test techniques
  • The Quality Inspector is also responsible for the return material authorization process in the Plants.
• Corrective Action Support (15% of time)
  • Responsible for return material documentation in the Ogdensburg facility
  • Responsible for inspection of return materials entering and leaving the Ogdensburg facility
  • Assists Customer Service in Ottawa facility by participating in root cause investigations on customer complaints and faulty products
  • Initiates CAR's for inspection issues

• Technical certificate/diploma in textile, mechanical, electronic or equivalent discipline, or combination of MES product knowledge and experience preferred.
• Health and Safety Training preferred.
• ASQ certification as Certified Mechanical Inspector (CMI) and/or Certified Quality Technician (CQT) preferred.

• 1-3 years experience in a quality inspection function in an ISO 9001 manufacturing environment.
• Experience in the use of inspection, measuring and test tools, and calibration practices and equipment (calipers, micrometers, etc.).
• Exposure to statistical process control (control charts) in a manufacturing environment.

• Attention to detail.
• Strong decision making skills.
• Independently manage and organize multiple work activities in order to meet or exceed established deadlines and priorities.
• Excellent people/team skills with an ability to work cooperatively.
• Ability to describe or explain information and relay instructions to others.
• Ability to organize, document and present information.
• Interpret technical documents such as drawings and schematic diagrams.
• Functional computer skills including spreadsheets and databases.

At Safariland our colleagues are some of the best and brightest in the industry and we are seeking new team members who exhibit the diverse competencies that will drive The Safariland Group to even greater success while maintaining our culture of being a great place to work. We believe innovation drives winning performance and we constantly challenge ourselves to be the very best in every aspect of our business.

We cultivate a work culture driven by our 4 core values; integrity, curiosity, excellence and empowerment and we want associates to be involved in their work and communities so they can achieve their highest level of wellbeing. That is why Safariland offers a comprehensive suite of benefits to promote health and financial security for eligible employees and their families.

• Medical, dental & vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Employer paid life insurance and AD&D
• Employer paid disability
• Wellness program
• Adoption assistance
• Tuition assistance
• Employee assistance program
  
  Work life balance
• Paid time off (PTO), sick leave and paid holidays throughout the calendar year (consistent with relevant state law and company policies)

The Safariland Group believes in the benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to equal opportunity and affirmative actions. We pride ourselves on hiring and developing the best people, without regard to age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic characteristics, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, alienage, citizenship, disability, marital status, military status, pregnancy, or any other legally recognized protected basis prohibited by applicable law.

For those applicants with disabilities, if you require reasonable accommodation in searching for a job opening or submitting an application, please contact us by calling 888-###-####.

All employment decisions are solely based on the applicant's qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position.