Inspector

Insures that all inspection and documentation of work processed within the facility is done in accordance with the Work Order and applicable quality assurance, manufacturing and safety procedures.

Duties

• Determine sample size and prepare parts for testing
• Perform visual inspection for cleanliness, scale, discoloration, blistering, protective, case depth effectiveness or any evidence of improper heat treating
• Conduct testing using standard metallurgical laboratory procedure, including but not limited to verifying charts, macrohardness, microhardness, metallurgical, surface contamination, metallographic, and mechanical property, record results.
• Performs daily calibration for lab equipment requiring calibration to ensure it is in good working order; notifies supervisor if equipment is out of calibration.

Additional Duties and Responsibilities

• Receives direction and training from supervisor(s).
• Performs all work in a safe manner, to include proper use of personal protective equipment.
• Maintains an accurate record of all work performed in the appropriate company format, including complete documentation within the work orders.
• Maintains work area, tools and equipment in a neat, clean and orderly manner. Performs related responsibilities such as packing and setup as schedule permits

Competency

• Design: Demonstrates attention to detail.
• Problem Solving: Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information
• Customer Service: Responds promptly to customer needs.
• Oral Communication: Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Participates in meetings Quality Management – Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
• Organizational Support: Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time.
• Attendance/Punctuality: Is consistently at work and on time.
• Dependability: Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
• Judgment: Exhibits sound and accurate judgment. Planning/Organizing: Uses time efficiently.
• Quantity: Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner.
• Safety and Security: Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Education/Experience

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or six to twelve months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Associates degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school or higher preferred; or six months to one-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.

Computer Skills

Ability to use Microsoft Office, business software, and data acquisition system

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee may occasionally be exposed to fumes or odors or high heat. The employee is frequently exposed to work near moving mechanical parts, and occasionally exposed to racks, trays, and parts that are heated to high temperatures

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.