Quality Inspector

Job Description:

Job Summary

The Quality Inspector is responsible for ensuring that all sheet metal products and assemblies conform to approved engineering drawings, customer specifications, and quality standards. The role involves inspection of incoming materials, in-process manufacturing, and final products, ensuring compliance with dimensional, visual, and functional requirements while supporting continuous improvement and defect prevention across manufacturing operations.

Key Responsibilities

Inspection & Quality Control

• Perform incoming, in-process, and final inspections of sheet metal components including laser-cut, turret-punched, bent, welded, and assembled parts.
• Inspect dimensions, tolerances, surface finishes, bend angles, hole locations, flatness, and weld quality as per drawings and specifications.
• Verify conformity to engineering drawings, GD&T, BOMs, control plans, and work instructions.
• Conduct visual inspections for defects such as burrs, cracks, warping, scratches, and welding imperfections.

Measurement & Testing

• Use precision measuring instruments such as vernier calipers, micrometers, height gauges, angle gauges, radius gauges, thread gauges, and measuring tapes.
• Perform first article inspection (FAI) and record results as per quality procedures.
• Ensure calibration status and proper handling of measuring instruments.

Documentation & Reporting

• Prepare and maintain inspection reports, non-conformance reports (NCR), and quality records.
• Document inspection results clearly and accurately in manual or digital systems (ERP/QMS).
• Assist in preparation for customer audits and internal quality audits.

Non-Conformance & Continuous Improvement

• Identify non-conforming products and segregate defective materials to prevent unintended use.
• Support root cause analysis and corrective/preventive action (CAPA) activities.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and quality teams to reduce defects and improve process capability.

Compliance & Safety

• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001 or applicable quality management systems.
• Follow all company safety procedures and maintain a safe, organized inspection area.
• Support implementation of 5S and lean manufacturing practices.

Required Qualifications

• Diploma / ITI / Technical Certification in Mechanical, Production, or Manufacturing Engineering (or equivalent experience).
• 2–5 years of experience as a Quality Inspector in a sheet metal manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of sheet metal fabrication processes and quality requirements.

Technical Skills

• Reading and interpretation of engineering drawings and GD&T symbols
• Knowledge of sheet metal fabrication processes (cutting, bending, welding, finishing)
• Proficiency in dimensional inspection and visual inspection techniques
• Understanding of tolerance limits and fitment requirements
• Familiarity with first article inspection (FAI), in-process inspection, and final inspection

Quality & Process Knowledge

• Working knowledge of ISO 9001 quality management systems
• Understanding of non-conformance handling, root cause analysis, and CAPA
• Basic knowledge of control plans, process flow diagrams, and inspection checklists
• Exposure to lean manufacturing and continuous improvement practices

Tools & Equipment

• Vernier calipers, micrometers, height gauges
• Angle gauges, radius gauges, thread gauges
• Measuring tapes, surface plates, straight edges
• Basic understanding of CMM inspection (preferred, if applicable)

Soft Skills

• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Effective communication with production and engineering teams
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Time management and ability to meet production deadlines

Computer & Documentation Skills

• Basic proficiency in MS Excel, Word, and inspection report preparation
• Experience working with ERP or QMS software is an advantage
• Ability to maintain clear and accurate quality documentation

Working Conditions

• Shop-floor manufacturing environment
• Standing for extended periods and handling metal components
• Mandatory use of PPE as per safety guidelines

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From ₹25,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Food provided
• Health insurance
• Leave encashment
• Provident Fund

Work Location: In person