Job Description

_The Quality Gate Inspector supports the Lean Manufacturing Built-in-Quality (BIQ) Process by inspecting, documenting and otherwise communicating quality defects missed, found and new in the manufacturing process. The person will work with frontline quality auditors, team leaders and operators to identify waste (defects) and assist the plan in production of exceptional products for the customer. _

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Inspects work-in-process and components per an inspection checklist, blueprints, and other inspection standards.

• Uses a variety of measuring devices, gauges and inspection procedures.

• Initiates re-work processes with production team leaders.

• Communicates defects to team leaders effectively and according to process.

• Writes and reports findings on BIQ (Built-In-Quality) boards.

• Documents findings in system (computer) accurately and timely. Performs data entry on portable electronic tablet device.

• Participates in problem solving activities including defect cause analysis and prevention (SORT).

• Organizes time in order to perform the inspection of at least 3 gates coinciding with the established production move time. Inspection gate assignment will depend upon style, options, production numbers and other factors.

• Complies with all safety and security procedures.

• Performs other duties as required within the Quality department and external to the quality department as assigned.

Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to visually inspect and test for quality detail.

• Ability to communicate effectively with production team members in a collaborative and clear manner to achieve mutual outcomes.

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings (blueprints), bill of materials and other written documentation.

• Ability to accurately measure and test with applicable equipment. 

• Competency in math to add, subtract, multiply, divide and convert units of measure – whole numbers, fractions and decimals.

• Ability to document written information accurately and legibly.

• Aptitude to learn and retain new information. 

• Ability to follow instructions, given either orally or in writing.

• Ability to use a variety of data input tools and computer programs consistent with the checklists and quality expectations.

• Ability to communicate (verbally, electronically, written) effectively in English.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• GED or high school diploma.

• Experience and/or training in use of computer data input technology.

• Experience and/or training in large component manufacturing, installation or construction preferred.

• Experience and/or training in product or process inspection/ auditing preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

_ PHYSICAL DEMANDS:_

• Ability to stand and move about on concrete 8-12 hours a day. 4-6 days per week.

• Ability to see, read, walk, bend, reach, grasp, stoop, kneel, twist, crawl, carry, climb, work overhead, use both hands, push and pull.

• Ability to lift (maximum 50 pounds occasionally).

• Ability to work outdoors in temperature extremes.

• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness.

• The employer will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Employees must wear all mandated PPE which includes at least protection for the eyes, ears, hands, head, body and feet.

Additional Information

HOURS OF WORK

The production schedule is four (10 hour) shfts. Nightshift 7 PM-5:30 AM with some overtime expected.

BENEFITS SUMMARY 

GAIN SHARING is additional compensation paid out after each quarter. The amount is based on how well the plant achieves Safety, Quality, Cost and Productivity goals. A new salary employee becomes eligible for Gain Sharing in the calendar quarter in which his or her 91st day falls.

HEALTHCARE –The company offers the following health benefits. The cost to the employee depends upon the plan that the individual selects and the number and type of dependents covered.

Medical Insurance (4 options including Health Savings Account and PPO choices)

Dental 

Vision 

Note: If the employee has other medical coverage and does not need the coverage we offer he or she will receive a non-taxed credit each pay period.

LIFE INSURANCE

Company Paid: Basic Term Life Insurance. Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance

Supplementary Choices (including spouse and child Life Insurance)

 RETIREMENT PLAN (DUEL)

401-K  (100% Company Match on first 1% earnings, 50% company match on next 5% earnings)

Pension Plan Defined Benefit (company paid, 3 year vesting requirement)

VACATION

 An employee “accrues” 2 weeks (80 hours) vacation for each calendar year worked. Partial years are prorated. He or she accrues 3 weeks (120 hours) with each year after ten years of service and 4 weeks (160 hours) after 15 years of service.

OTHER BENEFITS include

Elective hospital, accident, critical illness insurance

Short-term disability plan, Long-term disability plan,

Paid holidays,

Personal time, paid and unpaid leave programs,

Wellness, safety and other engagement programs and incentives,

Opportunity for advancement