Quality Inspector I job

We are a global leader in the irrigation, outdoor lighting, dispensing technology, and custom manufacturing industries. Driving our continued success is the combined energy and talents of the nearly 3,000 people on our team. Together, we create a diverse array of products that can be seen all over the world, from residential landscapes to national landmarks, stadiums, parks, hotels, and municipal buildings. Although we’re global, we’re family owned, and our casual, fun, and caring company culture is what makes this a special place to work. As we grow, we are dedicated to preserving our unique culture that makes our employees proud to work here. Whether you’re pursuing a career at our headquarters in Southern California, or an opportunity at one of our state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities, or something somewhere in between, we look forward to welcoming you to Hunter Industries and our Family of Companies. Work Schedules:

3rd Shift: Sunday - Thursday, 10:45 pm– 7:15 am

About This Role:

The Quality Inspector I performs mechanical inspection of parts, subassemblies, and finished goods to ensure conformance to specification using precision inspection equipment such as calipers, micrometers, depth gauges, plug gauges or videoscopes.

Demonstrates behavior consistent with the company’s values of Customer Satisfaction, Innovation, Family, and Social Responsibility.

Essential Job Functions/Tasks:1. Collects product samples and prepares them for laboratory analysis or testing. 2. Inspects and functionally tests materials, parts, subassemblies, finished goods and packaging for damage, defects, or shortages using quality inspection plans, gauges, and standards charts. 3. Records data of inspections for use with statistical analysis. 4. Communicates with internal customers to exchange information regarding products, materials, and services to support improvements and root-cause analysis. 5. Rejects and isolates products not meeting quality specifications, notifies appropriate team members of discrepancies or shortages, and records non-conformances per internal processes. 6. Counts or estimates quantities of materials, parts and products. 7. Compares product labels, tags, or tickets, shipping manifests, purchase orders, and bills of lading to verify accuracy of shipment contents, quality specifications, and weights. 8. Participates in efforts to improve quality documentation focused on strengthening the overall quality management system. Other Job Functions:May require ability to work other shifts and work over time as determined by the supervisor. Performs other related tasks as assigned, some of which may become essential to the position. Hunter Industries’ approach to the health and safety of each employee is based on adherence to our Injury and Illness Prevention Program (IIPP). Every employee is responsible for their safety and must work safely at all times. Employees are to immediately report all unsafe or hazardous conditions, including injuries and near misses to their Supervisor, Environmental Health& Safety Department, or Workers’ Compensation Manager. Those employees who do not comply with safe work practices may be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination. Education/Training Required:High school diploma or equivalent. Experience Required:Minimum one year of experience in a fast paced work environment. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA's):KSA #1: Verbal and written communication skills in English and the ability to comprehend work instructions. KSA #2: Ability to work within a team environment and demonstrate professional behavior. KSA#3: Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail. KSA #4: Ability to perform data entry, view electronic procedures, or complete training courses. KSA #5: Ability to use either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles) KSA #6: Ability to conduct tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance. KSA #7: Knowledge of math and statistical techniques. Ability to accurately perform intermediate mathematical and statistical calculations and use a weight counting scale. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA's) Preferred:KSA #8: Basic knowledge of control charts. KSA #9: ASQ Certifications– CQT, CQA, or CMI. Physical Demands:Ability to stand, walk, or sit during the shift to perform essential job functions. Ability to climb stairs to gain access to upper level work area. Ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 70 pounds. Ability to work in a variety of positions (bending, kneeling, crouching) to gain access to areas on machines. Ability to walk a minimum of half a mile when needed to move between buildings where manufacturing is conducted. Ability to repetitively grasp objects with both hands during the scheduled shift.Finger dexterity sufficient to perform fine motor tasks. Vision sufficient to perform essential job functions.Hearing sufficient to hear audible alarms or communicate with individuals in person and by telephone. Work Environment:Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, odors and fumes or airborne particles. Frequently exposed to vibration. Occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, outside weather conditions, and risk of static electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud and may require Personal Protective Equipment.

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