Quality Inspector

ROLE OVERVIEW

The Quality Inspector is responsible for inspecting incoming materials, in-process components, and finished goods to ensure compliance with defined quality standards, customer specifications, and safety requirements. This role requires strong attention to detail, understanding of measurement tools and inspection methods, and consistent documentation. The ideal candidate is reliable, disciplined, and deeply committed to product excellence, enabling long-term customer satisfaction and business success.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Inspection & Testing

• Read job cards, drawings, and instructions to determine inspection criteria.
• Inspect incoming, in-process, and finished goods and approve/reject based on standards.
• Perform dimensional, functional, and visual checks using appropriate tools.
• Operate testing and inspection equipment when required.

Documentation & Reporting

• Record inspection results, defects, rework, and supplier performance.
• Maintain documentation on trends and recurring non-conformances.
• Submit inspection reports to the QA Manager for review.

Process & Compliance

• Verify that production processes and workstations follow quality and safety standards.
• Identify faulty tools/equipment and request maintenance or replacement.
• Report defects to support CAPA and root-cause investigations.

Cross-Functional Support

• Coordinate with Production, NPD, and Supply Chain to resolve quality issues.
• Assist HR with quality-related training programs.
• Support NPD trials by inspecting and validating sample parts.

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS (KPIs)

1. Quality & Compliance Metrics

Incoming material rejection rate

In-process defect detection rate

Final product defect rate (FPDR)

Accuracy of inspection vs. customer audit findings

2. Documentation & Reporting

On-time completion of inspection reports

Record completeness and traceability compliance

Error-free documentation rate

3. Operational Efficiency

Inspection cycle time adherence

Tool/equipment usage compliance

First-pass inspection yield (FPY)

4. Supplier & Production Support

Supplier NCR reporting accuracy

Participation and feedback on trial runs/NPD validation

Timeliness in highlighting quality deviations to QA Manager