Quality Inspector 1

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Position Title: QC Inspector 1 Department: Line Quality

Classification: Non-Exempt, Direct Approved By: Human Resources

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

Position Reports To: Manufacturing Supervisor

Positions Supervised: None

POSITION PURPOSE

The Quality Assurance Inspector 1 examines products and materials for defects or deviations from specifications.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES

• Approves in-process production by confirming specifications; conducting visual and physical tests; communicating required adjustments, issues, or trends.

• Approves finished goods by confirming specifications; conducting visual and physical tests; returning products for re-work; confirming re-work.

• During the inspection process, the Inspector may engage in preassembly-preparatory work such as cleaning of the housing, removal of excess adhesives, degreasing nuts and screws, and the greasing of O-rings and seal rings.

• During the visual inspection, the Inspector will look for any abnormalities such as dents, missing parts, and the general integrity of the product; the Inspector will also check for minor cosmetic issues such as scratches, nicks, switch operations, and general workmanship.

• Visually inspect the holographic image, glass components and housing by looking at the surface quality.

• Physically inspect the holographic image, glass components and housing to assure every component falls within tolerance dictated by the product specifications and customer requirements.

• During the inspection process, the holographic image, glass components and/or housing may require cleaning of smudges, removal of dust or debris and/or minor re-work.

• Document inspection results by completing reports and logs; summarizing re-work and waste; inputting data into quality database. When defects are found, Inspector notifies supervisor & senior QC Inspectors. Helps analyze and correct production problems.

• Perform image inspection by using a computer-based high-accuracy measurement system to inspect the holographic image for image brightness.

• Pack, label, and scan throughout in-process production.

• Dresses appropriately for position; keeps self well groomed.

• Is consistently at work and on time; assures work responsibilities are covered when absent; arrives at meetings on time.

• Follows instructions, responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions; keeps commitments; commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.

• Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance; monitors own work to assure quality.

• Demonstrates ethical and professional behavior in accordance with company values.

• Perform job duties in a manner that maintains compliance with environmental, health and safety regulations, policies, and procedures.

• Assists with production/assembly related work as directed by supervisor.

• All other duties as assigned.