Inspector I

Role Overview

• Promote the expectation that team members will consider the impact of their work/actions on others and make deliberate decisions to act in ways which prevent rework or constraints on the process.
• The Quality Technician is a coach, cheerleader and player on the team.
• Promote systems and processes which enhance the team’s ability to meet customer expectations (NFPA 1901 regulations, Buy/Sell Agreements, UL requirements)
• Act as mediator when needed to clarify customer expectations and provide feedback to manufacturing supervision
• Perform Pre-Delivery Inspections of completed processes in designated buy/sell areas
• Perform data entry, analysis and sharing/explanation of information
• Generate Quality reports and be able to explain information
• Validate all critical and safety items as required by the Build Book
• Review all deviations, quality alerts, and stop shipments
• Perform audits of new and existing processes
• Writing documents and document control (examples: UL documentation, UL certifications)
• Facilitate/Participate in Root Cause Analysis, Practical Problem Solving, etc.
• Initiate non-conforming material documents for supplier quality issues
• Assist in the execution of activities which promote continuous improvement and protect customers
• Conduct training, information sharing, and orientation sessions
• Lead by example regarding safety and acting in the best interests of the team
• Provide coverage for other technicians as needed (UL and Plant Quality Techs)
• Any other duties as assigned by the Quality Manager or Smeal Management

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent experience
• Detail oriented with strong analytical, communication and problem solving skills
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
• Positive attitude, energetic, motivated, professional and team player
• Strong interpersonal skills working in team environment
• Excellent attendance
• Ability to read relevant measuring equipment
• Provide appropriate feedback and documentation of any defects
• Self-motivated with the ability to stay on task
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs
• Must follow all Safety guidelines
• Ability to follow procedures
• Ability to embrace change
• Current Class B CDL or ability to obtain within 90 days (Preferred)
• Knowledge of/ability to acquire a thorough understanding of customer expectations and regulatory requirements (NFPA 1901/NFPA1900) (Preferred)
• Ability to use Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) (Preferred)
• Able to read and understand Engineering documents such as part prints, assembly drawings (Preferred)
• Willing to learn and rotate within all quality areas (Preferred)
• Improve self / area / company (including pursuing additional training, if needed) (Preferred)

Tech Stack

• Assembly

Benefits

• N/A