Quality Assurance Inspector

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Onsite locations:
Morton Grove, Illinois time type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
R46377

Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world's most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions.
** Key Responsibilities
**** INSPECTION & VERIFICATION
*** Inspect raw materials, components, sub-assemblies, and finished assemblies in accordance with engineering drawings, specifications, and quality standards
* Plan inspection methods and perform a wide variety of gauging set-ups to identify nonconformance's at incoming, in-process, and final inspection stages.
* Perform first-piece, in-process, final, and sample inspections to verify product compliance prior to release to the next operation or to stock.
** MEASUREMENT & METROLOGY
*** Use a wide range of precision measuring instruments including CMMs, micrometers, calipers, optical comparators, gage blocks, indicators, meters, and surface plates.
* Select appropriate measurement tools based on tolerance requirements and inspection characteristics.
* Perform layout inspections using surface plate techniques to verify geometric characteristics such as angularity, concentricity, parallelism, and perpendicularity.
** DOCUMENTATION & REPORTING
*** Read, interpret, and apply engineering drawings, specifications, standards, and GD&T requirements.
* Verify certification documentation for materials requiring certification and report discrepancies to supervision.
* Prepare clear, accurate inspection reports documenting inspection results, deviations, and nonconformance's.
* Maintain organized inspection records and documentation in accordance with ISO and internal quality systems.
** QUALITY SUPPORT & CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT
*** Apply statistical sampling plans, Statistical Process Control (SPC), and geometric tolerancing logic during inspections.
* Assist production personnel with inspections requirements, measurement techniques, and quality standards as needed.
* Notify supervision promptly of non-conforming material, product defects, shortages, or equipment issues.
* Support Materials Disposition activities, including identification and confirmation of nonconforming material when required.
** EQUIPMENT & WORK ENVIRONMENT
*** Set production and inspection gages for personal or shared use.
* Perform minor gage adjustment or coordinate calibration, cleaning, or repair through the Metrology Lab as required.
* Maintain gauging, equipment, and work areas using 5S and preventative maintenance practices.
* Move materials using hand powered equipment as necessary.
** Qualifications
* ** High School Diploma, Trade School Diploma, or equivalent required.
* Ability to read, follow written and verbal instructions, and communicate effectively in English.
* Strong working knowledge of mathematics, algebra, and geometry.
* Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, including GD&T.
* Successful completion of inspection qualification testing required.
** Experience & Skills
*** Minimum of 1 year experience as an inspector in machining or manufacturing environment or
* 1 year of experience as a machine operator responsible for performing inspections Required Knowledge & Skills
* Blueprint and drawing interpretation
* Statistical Process Control (SPC)
* Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
* Dimensional Metrology
* ISO 9001 quality systems
* Proficiency in computer navigation and Microsoft Office Tools
*** Rate of pay:  $31.56 (full scale)  (individuals will come in at 80% for the 1st year = $25.25) (90% the 2nd year of service) (100% start of year
3) with additional yearly raises per the CBA.**
* ** Working Conditions
*** Work performed in manufacturing or warehouse environment with exposure to temperature extremes, noise, dust, and moving machinery.
* Requires standing, walking, bending, and lifting to 50 lbs.
* Personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn as directed.
* Must be able to work various shifts or overtime as needed to support production

Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage, conservation, and re-use. Our products impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings, with a commitment to providing smart metering, network technologies, and advanced analytics for water, electric, and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication;

where we recognize the power of inclusion and belonging in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world.

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