Quality Control Inspector 2

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1. Qualifications:
a. High school diploma or GED required
b. Minimum 3 years of relevant quality experience, within ISO13485/GMP manufacturing environment preferred, within extrusion is a plus
c. Demonstrated efficiency and competency in core and advanced methods and gages for the inspection of tightly toleranced products
d. Ability to read and interpret Engineering drawings
e. Demonstrate initiative and self-motivation to create efficiencies and improve productivity within the inspection process
f. Able to adapt and apply inspection knowledge to an array of product geometries and materials
g. Work independently and prioritize assignments
h. Will receive ongoing training to support competency and growth within the role
i. Will receive opportunity and training to support growth within QC
2. Basic Position Skills:
a. Organization – Able to react and maintain order and focus across shifting priorities and tasks
b. Time Management – Able to balances multiple responsibilities and create efficiencies within the inspection process and achieve due dates
c. Critical Thinking – Able to apply and adapt training and experience effectively to assigned tasks; ability to interact with data and identify risk
d. Communication – Able to contribute across the team and coordinate with and support others to achieve departmental goals
e. Mature work ethic – professional and positive attitude; provide constructive feedback and ownership to drive improvement within areas of responsibility
3. Reports to: Quality Supervisor
4. Primary job responsibility: The QC Inspector Level 2 is a mid-level position within the QC department for individuals who have demonstrated proficiency in all Level 1 competencies and responsibilities. The Level 2 Inspector utilizes core and advanced inspection methods and gages efficiently to perform inspections of extruded product across a broad range of product geometries and material to determine conformance to defined specifications. This position may include responsibility for an assigned Quality workflow and/or area of focus within an area of demonstrated expertise, efficiency and experience.
5. Essential functions of position:
Perform Final Inspection for product Lot Release
a. Prepare, follow, perform and document final inspections as defined on inspection paperwork for lot release
b. Adapt inspection method techniques to accommodate the inspection of an array of products, including prototypes, profiles, multi-lumen and thin wall extruded tubes
c. Demonstrate acceptable measurement error within inspection methods and techniques
d. Assess conformance to defined specifications and requirements and identify and document non-conformance reports (NCR)
e. Perform boundary inspections and actions as required to contain non-conforming product
f. Complete thorough and detailed end-of-shift reporting
Perform Start up and In-process inspection of manufacturing extrusion lines
a. Prepare, follow and perform start-up and in-process inspections for multiple extrusion lines within a shift for an array of parts with varying degrees of difficulty relating to raw material properties, geometries, tolerances and methods
b. React, adjust and communicate appropriately to challenges encountered during the extrusion process
c. Identify and document non-conformances to defined specifications and requirements during the extrusion process
d. Communicate inspection results and work with extrusion technician or operator to address non-conformances and at-risk product
e. Identify, document, and perform boundary inspection to contain at-risk product encountered during the extrusion process
Assigned Quality Workflow or Area of Focus
a. Support assigned workflow or area of focus with accountability and action
b. Create documented procedures and provide training as warranted
c. Maintain appropriate documentation and tracking of workflow outcomes and performance as warranted
d. Identify under performance and risk within the workflow and action needed to sustain and/or improve workflow outcomes and performance as warranted
e. Coordinate and work with others as needed in support of assigned workflow
f. Provide and maintain active communication and updates of assigned workflow to Quality Manager and/or Supervisor.
Inspection Methods, Gages and Equipment
a. Utilize pin gages, ring gages, calipers, rulers, vision systems, and other applicable gages as specified and within scope of training
b. Utilize advanced inspection methods including automated OGP routines and advanced vision system techniques such as modeling and construction
c. Recognize and respond to basic visual and dimensional quality indicators and erroneous data
d. Create efficiencies within the inspection process
e. Identify and report equipment and gages outside of calibration dates and exhibiting damage, wear, or malfunctions
Documentation and Compliance
f. Adhere to Good Documentation Practices (GDP) requirements
g. Maintain accurate and complete records in all required documentation
h. Follow defined processes and procedures appropriately and effectively identify gaps and/or misalignment with requirements
i. Maintain product and lot traceability throughout the workflow and in all inspection documentation
Safety and Housekeeping
a. Follow all requirements and equipment safety procedures
b. Identify and report safety hazards
c. Keep work area clean and organized
Communication
a. Professional and courteous interactions
b. Effective use of email and daily reporting to facilitate follow-up and action
c. Proactive and constructive communication and support across the team to drive improvement and collaboration

6. Is the work described above checked by another individual? ? YES ? NO
7. Work Environment:
a. Dynamic and fast-paced manufacturing floor, prone to interruptions
b. Exposure to noise, high temperatures, moving machinery, and high-voltage equipment
c. Clean room and gowning requirements

• Is the work described above checked by another individual? YES
• Consistent motor skills and other requirements of the position:

Consistent lifting of up to 35 lbs. – Rarely

lifting of 1 lb. – Frequently

Maximum carrying distance of up to 30 ft. – Occasionally

Reaching – must be able to reach machines and/or materials up to 6 ft. from – Frequently

Kneeling – N/A

Repetitive motion – right/left hand/wrist – Frequently

Repetitive motion – right/left foot/ankle – N/A

Continuous arm motions – Yes

Must be able to avoid potentially moving which could cause injury – Yes

Must be able to grasp and move object consistently and regularly – Yes

Vision: intricate nature of work requires of 20/20 with or without corrective lenses – Yes

Must be able to use gaging equipment and tools – Yes

Must demonstrate to work productively and efficiently with others – Yes

Microspec offers competitive wages and benefits, including:

Sign-On Bonus

Matching 401K plan annually after 1 year

64 Hours personal/sick time (unused time paid out at the end of the year)

Annual discretionary bonus

Salary range-$26.50-$28.00 per hour based on experience

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