Quality Inspector I

Average Hourly Pay Range $19.00 - 25.00 plus 16% Night Shift Premium

Night Shift Monday through Thursday 4:15 pm to 4:45 am.

PTO upon hire, Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits are offered after 90 days of employment, 401K after 6 months

Overview: As a Quality Inspector / Auditor I for Merrill: A Keel Company, you will be responsible for the dimensional and physical inspection and testing to verify that the product and/or processes conform to the customer requirements. On the job training is provided as necessary.

Job Functions: 

• Performs product or process inspection utilizing standardized inspection methods.
• Visually and physically check parts against blueprint or work order specifications using precision measuring instruments.
• Completes quality packages that conform to customer standards.
• This position is consider to be in training towards a Level II Inspector / Auditor

Physical Demands: Frequent standing, sitting, bending, stooping, and twisting. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. without mechanical assistance. This position requires regular computer and inspection tool usage as well as physical handling of parts.

Work Environment: Inspection room and shop floor environment, so exposure to moving parts, dust, debris, and loud noise is common. PPE is required at all times on the manufacturing floor.

EEO STATEMENT 

KEEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. We believe in fostering a workplace that values diversity and promotes equity and respect for all. The job requirements are subject to change to reasonably accommodate qualified disabled individuals.

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• One (1) year of experience in a quality-related position preferred.
• Basic knowledge of inspection and test equipment.
• Familiarity with drawings and blueprints, including GD&T.
• Technical math skills including trigonometry.
• Knowledge of materials associated with typical products.
• Basic knowledge of standard inspector duties such as sampling, sorting, and containment actions.
• Ideal candidates will have good verbal and written communication skills, be organized, industrious, and hard-working, and will possess above average problem-solving skills.
• Must be able to to adapt to daily changes in priority and take direction from leadership.
• A strong desire to increase knowledge and skills in quality and inspection is critical to this role.