Quality Inspector - Challenge Machine and Manufacturing an Assurance Manufacturing Company

Challenge Machine and Manufacturing, a part of Assurance Manufacturing, is a small contract machine shop that serves the Semiconductor, Medical, and Aerospace industries. We machine a variety of smaller components made from exotic plastics and both ferrous and non-ferrous materials. We are 100% employee owned. We are currently seeking an experienced Quality Inspector for 1st shift.

We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefit package that includes medical/HSA, dental, STD, LTD, basic life, voluntary life, 401k with company match, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and discretionary bonuses potential.

Quality Inspector Responsibilities:

• Conduct first article, in process, incoming, lot, and final inspections ensuring conformance to customer requirements.
• Create vision system and CMM inspection programs.
• Follow all ISO procedures.
• Determine and communicate in-process inspection requirements when applicable.
• Work closely with shop employees to ensure correct methods and procedures are being followed.
• Communicate relevant or potential quality issues with shop employees and/or Quality Manager.
• Aid shop employees in troubleshooting processes or product quality issues.
• Recommend modifications of existing quality or production standards to achieve optimum quality within limits of equipment capability.
• Review drawings and travelers for current revisions, missing features, missing operations, etc.
• Identify, record, and control all non-conforming product.
• Route non-conforming product for re-work/re-make.
• Compile and organize any customer requested documentation. Including, but not limited to, Inspection Reports, Material Certifications, Certificates of Compliance, etc.
• De-burr parts when needed using multiple methods including, but not limited to, hand de-burring, tumbling, ice blasting, soda blasting, etc.
• Clean parts when needed using multiple methods including, but not limited to, alcohol, de-greasers, solvents, etc.
• Ensure finished product is packaged correctly to minimize possible damage during transportation.
• Create pack lists and ship finished product using couriers, UPS, Fed-Ex, etc.
• Manage and organize product inventory.
• Assist in completing PPAPs for customers.
• Crosstrain in other areas of the plant as necessary to meet production demands.
• Perform required maintenance on equipment as needed.
• Make recommendations regarding safe working methods.
• Follow all clean-up and housekeeping procedures to maintain a tidy work environment.
• Adhere to all safety rules and guidelines.
• Comply with all sanitation regulations.
• Perform other Duties as assigned.

Quality Inspector Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent education required.
• Minimum of two (2) years manufacturing experience.
• Minimum of one (1) year of general deburring experience.
• Knowledge of Manufacturing Processes.
• Previous experience working with ISO 9001:2015 or ISO 13485.
• Practical experience with operating/programming of Vision Systems & CMM's. Programming ability preferred.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex documents such as blueprints, routings, work orders, engineering specifications and safety regulations.
• Knowledge of basic inspection tools and methods such as micrometers, calipers, indicators, etc.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as dimensions, tolerances, proportions, and percentages.
• Experience using and de-burring under a microscope.
• Understanding of sampling plans.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Ability to effectively present information to customers and other employees of the organization.
• Ability to write routine reports and documentation.
• Ability to be detail oriented and multitask.
• Good organizational, time management, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Strong and positive work ethic.
• Understanding of the Challenge Manufacturing Quality Policy and Objectives.
• Good computer skills.

Equal Opportunity Employer - All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Challenge Machine, 1651 99th Lane NE, Blaine, MN 55449

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