Quality Inspector

Full job description Description: Opened: 5/10/2024 Closed: When filled
MERRICK has served the belt scale and feeder industry since 1908 and as the inventor of dynamic weighing and weigh feeding, has developed a reputation for designing and manufacturing high quality material handling products that are reliable, provide repeatable results, and are extremely accurate.
MERRICK enjoys one of the best-known brand names in the industry with equipment installed all over the world. Our wide selection of quality weighing systems allows us to handle a variety of dry bulk materials and applications ranging from cement to food products, power generation, mining, pharmaceuticals, steel, plastics, paper, chemicals, building materials and even wastewater treatment.
We offer competitive wages and have excellent benefits including Medical, Dental and Vision, Flexible and/or Dependent Care Spending Accounts, LegalShield/IDShield, 401k Plan, paid time for Sick, Vacation and 9 paid Holidays. The Company provides Basic Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment and Short-term and Long-Term Disability benefits for all full-time employees.
Information THIS APPLICATION IS NOT AN EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT but merely is intended to provide information necessary to evaluate suitability for employment. Tannehill International Industries (TII) is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. TII is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. If you need accommodation for any part of the employment process because of a medical condition or disability, please contact Human Resources at or to let us know the nature of your request.
SUMMARY This position shall be responsible for the inspection process, as applicable to the verification of supplier provided product and/or services; for the product inspection and/or audit of internally manufactured or fabricated goods, subassemblies, and/or finished product; and where applicable, for the generation and retention of all associated documented information. Inspection and release shall be in accordance with well defined criteria using standard physical, mechanical and/or electrical monitoring and measuring equipment, to ensure company specified levels of quality, workmanship and finish.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES Thorough knowledge of metal fabrication applications, quality assurance / control practices, and general manufacturing processes and procedures. Interpret and understand blueprints, drawings, specifications and product to determine conformity to defined requirements. Have a working knowledge of inspection, monitoring, measuring, and test equipment, to enable the verification of functionality and calibration of the equipment, where needed. Effectively utilize monitoring, measuring, and test equipment, as applicable to product characteristic verification, to determine conformance to defined criteria. Maintain a strong attention to detail and the ability to use individual judgment to determine appropriate actions where conformance to defined requirements may be questionable. Have the ability to provide clear and concise documented information, as it pertains to product or process verification activities. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Performs a variety of inspection tasks including: first article inspection, receiving inspection of purchased components, witness of production tests, equipment calibration, tool and gauge inspection and final product audits. Actively participate in the Merrick internal audit program. Uses drawings, work orders, procedures, and standards to judge if product meets specifications. Perform and/or understand applicable nondestructive examination methods of product using standard industry processes. (VT, RT, UT, MT, PT) Assist / performs supplier source inspections. Accepts or rejects product where inspection / verification activities identify nonconformance. Maintains clear and concise documented information within the quality management system. Act in the capacity of company liaison during customer or third-party inspections. Troubleshoots quality issues, as applicable and verifies correction, as appropriate. Determines and implements appropriate monitoring, measuring or testing methods. Recommends measures for cost-effective process changes to maintain or improve quality. Generates documented information of inspection activities and monitors for nonconformance trends. Verifies appropriate buy-off indicators throughout the manufacturing process. Performs other tasks as instructed, assigned, or as necessary to accomplish quality objectives and support the manufacturing process. Occasional travel will be required. Functions in a workplace of dignity and respect for all. Honors EEO guidelines and principles. Reports for work on time as scheduled and ready to perform. Requirements: SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS Accountable for all concerns within their scope of work and has the absolute responsibility to remedy, report and/or communicate any issue to managers, supervisors, safety or environmental managers as appropriate. Follows all safe work practices, while watching out for fellow workers. Keeps their work area clean and orderly. Ensures area remains compliant regarding all waste streams. (hazardous waste, non-hazardous waste and universal waste.) The following personal protection equipment is required and must be worn while working in the manufacturing facility or customers' facilities: Company approved safety glasses or goggles Company approved steel ESD toe shoes. Appropriate hand protection. Ear protection in designated areas. Appropriate clothing. Other safety equipment as required. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None
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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: High school diploma or technical school; or a minimum of three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Non-destructive Testing (NDT) certificate preferred.
LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read and interpret documents such as: advanced blueprints, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to interact with customers, vendors, coworkers and supervisory or management personnel clearly and with comprehension. REASONING ABILITY: Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Requires heavy interpretation, analysis and judgment in comparing products to specifications, drawings and procedures. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to calculate basic geometry or trigonometry. COMPUTER AND SOFTWARE SKILLS: Sufficient knowledge to perform basic data entry and communication via memos and e-mail on computers. EQUIPMENT: Micrometer (dial or vernier), caliper, height gauge, surface plate, angle plate, V-blocks, job locks, dial indicator, thread micrometer, tachometer, paint thickness gauge, ultrasonic thickness gauge, pressure gauge, electronic multi-meter, bench grinder, computer and other general office equipment. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: ASQ Certified Quality Technician or equivalent knowledge level. AWS CWI and NDE preferred. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently (34-66%) required to talk; listen; sit; stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; push or pull; reach with hands and arms; rotate torso; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently (34-66%) lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally (1-33%) lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and color vision. The employee may travel by car, plane (coach), train, etc., to reach customer or seminar destinations. Travel may be domestic or international. 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 regularly works near moving mechanical parts and is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, vibration, and risk of electrical shock. The employee is regularly exposed to cold or hot, humid conditions. The noise level in the manufacturing work environment is usually loud and may require the employee to wear hearing protection. On the occasion when the employee visits a customer site the employee may be exposed to areas that require additional personal safety equipment such as hardhat, hearing protection and respiratory protection.