QC Inspector

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Catalina Cylinders is a global leader in seamless high- and low-pressure aluminum cylinders. We offer you the opportunity to be a part of a globally recognized organization that enjoys an unparalleled reputation for quality. Here you'll be challenged on a daily basis, tasked with solving problems, working with smart, energetic, and dedicated people with an opportunity to grow and learn.

Why work for Catalina Cylinders?

• Medical, Dental, Vision - Generous company contribution, low cost to employee
• Life insurance - 100% company paid - covers employee, spouse and dependent children
• Generous Vacation Time
• Sick Time
• 401k (Company matches up to 4%)
• ESOP Employee Profit Sharing Retirement Plan (100% Company Paid)
• Tuition reimbursement
• 9 Paid Holidays

Summary

QC Inspector performs visual and dimensional inspection of in-process cylinders to ensure production meets requirements.

Essential Functions

QC Inspector essential duties include, but are in no way limited to:

• Inspect and approve the first piece of a job before running entire production.
• Verify product traceability.
• Verify that job traveler is accurate and signed-off on all operations.
• Complete in-process inspection checklists.
• Calibrate measuring tools before use as necessary. Verify the date on calibration sticker.
• Use a variety of measurement instruments to confirm part dimensions.
• Inspect parts, verifying that final parts satisfy all requirements indicated by job travelers before shipping parts to customers.
• Actively communicate with quality control and production personnel to ensure the continuous production of quality parts.
• Maintain accurate records and part-counts of current production.
• Complete all necessary paperwork.
• Assure quality and production requirements are met, as per the job travelers.
• Participate in total quality management projects to achieve continuous improvement.
• Participate in LEAN manufacturing and SPC activities as required.

The above description covers the most significant duties performed but does not exclude other occasional work assignments not mentioned.

Marginal Functions

The QC Inspector will also be proficient in the following tasks:

• Perform any other duties not mentioned above when instructed to do so by a supervisor.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None.

Required Safety Equipment

• Safety glasses required in shop areas
• Steel toe work boots
• Ear plugs - as needed
• Safety lifting belt - recommended

Environmental Conditions

• Work environment is primarily indoors in an industrial manufacturing plant.
• Temperatures in work area can exceed 90oF.
• Some chemical-use occurs in the work area.
• Mild-to-moderate noise from machinery/tool-use exists throughout shift.

Physical Demands

• Stand/walk continuously throughout the scheduled shift.
• Lift and manipulate parts up to 50 lbs.
• Capable of repetitive reaching, twisting and bending.

All of the above physical activities were described and observed to be essential and could not be modified.

Sensory/Cognitive Demands

• Communicate actively with quality control and production personnel.
• Read travelers, blueprints and other technical drawings.
• Use and read all necessary precision instruments.
• Demonstrate proficiency in basic mathematics with fractions and decimals.
• Exercise methodical reasoning as necessary to improve or correct production.
• Recognize any mechanical dysfunctions and notify a supervisor.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an associate encounter while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Employee is occasionally exposed to moving forklifts, heavy moving forgings and may include overhead machinery.
• Work environment is indoors. Workstation is located in an industrial manufacturing plant.
• Heat Index in manufacturing can exceed 90 °F HI in late summer months.
• Noise level in the work environment usually varies from light to moderate

Please note this job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions, it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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Requirements

Education/Work Experience Requirements

• Must be able to read blueprints.
• Must be trained and pass the inspection test to qualify as a QC Inspector.
• Some high school or vocational school is preferred, but not required.

Standards of Performance

Catalina Cylinders, Inc. (CCI) expects all employees to maintain the following standards of performance.

• Maintain an acceptable attendance record.
• Follow and respect supervisor's direction.
• Ensure quality parts to meet customers' and CCIs requirements.
• Work at an acceptable level of productivity.
• Maintain a non-combative, positive work attitude.
• Uphold safe, honest work habits and practices.
• Follow company policies and procedures.
• In an effort to achieve continuous improvement, CCI expects a willingness from employees to be cross-trained on multiple operations.