Quality Inspector I/Operator

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Inspect product using a variety of measuring instruments such as a scale, caliper, micrometer, height gauge.
• Ability to routinely check parts for conformance to specifications and document per work procedures (while tending machines).
• Identify quality problems through the analysis of production processes.
• Perform receiving inspection and data entry into ERP system of raw materials, plated products, and any outsourced sub-assemblies / components or goods.
• May use forklift to move and / or unload product and assist material handler in day-to-day function.
• Ensure clear and timely communication with support personnel and senior management with regards to quality issues.
• Ensure non-conforming product gets reworked and / or disposed of according to company procedure.
• Promote and adhere to WWP’s safety standards, procedures, and training, including all OSHA standards.
• Promote and adhere to WWP’s quality standards, procedures, inspections, work instructions, and ISO procedures.
• Promote and adhere to LEAN training, including looking for any opportunities for continuous improvement within the daily job functions.
• Promote and adhere to WWP’s core values Employees (open communication, personal growth, work / life balance), Customers (exceptional customer service) , Quality (exceed customer requirements), Safety (keep everyone safe) , Integrity (honesty, work ethic, accountability, autonomy), Respect (value each other & remain open minded), and Teamwork (collaboration).
• Regular, predictable, and punctual work-site attendance that is in accordance with Western Wire’s attendance policy; work an assigned schedule, which may include weekends, and, if needed, extended hours, overtime, and holidays.
• Follow company policies, procedures, rules, directives, and instructions.
• Perform other duties (essential or marginal) as assigned.

SKILLS and ABILITIES

• Establish and maintain working relationships with other team members and with members of management; interact appropriately with others in the workplace.
• Accurately and efficiently give or receive information through speaking, listening, reading, and writing.
• Close attention to detail.
• Basic math skills.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Time Management and organizational skills.
• Not pose a direct threat to health or safety of oneself or others.

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE

High school diploma / GED.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Physical : Balance; bend; climb; crawl; crouch; feel; fine manipulation (working with fingers); grasp; gross manipulation (working with hands);
• hold; kneel; lift and / or carry up to 50 pounds and move up to over 100 pounds; pull; push; reach at or below shoulder level;

reach overhead; sit; stand; squat; stoop; stretch; twist; and walk.

• Cognitive : Plan and prioritize; analyze and solve problems; make decisions; concentrate amid distractions; exercise good judgment;
• organized with attention to detail and accuracy; use math and perform calculations; work with minimal errors; handle stress and stressful situations effectively;

perform well under pressure; adapt well to change.

• Vision : Far visual acuity (clarity of vision at 20 feet or more), near visual acuity (clarity of vision at 20 inches or less), peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Hearing : Hear, understand, and distinguish speech and other sounds (such as alarms, vehicle horns, equipment parts in motion, and vehicles in motion).
• Work indoors in a manufacturing plant environment, with exposure to : warm temperatures in the summer; machinery that generates noise and vibration, has moving parts, and is powered by electricity;

excessive noise; and airborne metal particles.