Quality Inspector

DESTACO, a Stabilus Company, is a global leader in the design and manufacture of high-performance automation, work holding, and remote handling solutions.  The company serves customers in a variety of end-markets, including the automotive, life sciences, consumer goods, packaging, aerospace, and nuclear sectors.

Built on a legacy of over 100 years, DESTACO offers a comprehensive portfolio of products to engineer precise movement, placement and control solutions that drive productivity and uptime for manufacturers around the world.  The DESTACO family of products consists of industry-leading brands such as DESTACO Manual and Power Clamps, Camco and Ferguson Indexers, Robohand Grippers and CRL Manipulators and Transfer Ports.

DESTACO is based in Auburn Hills, Michigan, and operates globally through ~700 employees across 11 locations. 

With nearly 90 years of demonstrated expertise, The Stabilus Group is one of the world's leading providers of motion control solutions for customers across a broad spectrum of industries.

Stabilus, approaching 1.5B EUR in revenue, is headquartered in Koblenz, Germany and employs more than 7,000 team members across 34 locations in 18 countries.

Stabilus SE is listed in the Prime Standard segment of the Frankfurt Stock Exchange and included in the MDAX index. www.stabilus.com.

Position Summary

• This position is in Wheeling, IL and will report directly to the Quality Manager
• This position is a full-time 1st shift position.
• This position may require some overtime including Saturdays.
• Will be responsible for performing visual and dimensional measurement inspections, non-destructive product testing, use handheld gauges, and operate CMM.
• Will be responsible for documenting and filing Quality documents.
• Will be responsible for completing inspection and documentation for:
  • First Piece Inspections
  • Incoming Material Inspections
  • MRB & Warranty Returned Items
  • Final Inspection Reports

Key Job Responsibilities included but not limited to: 

• Incoming Receiving Inspection: Complete incoming receiving inspection transactions per print or job routing requirements; this includes dimensional and visual inspection activities. Ensure all required documentation is received from the supplier, readable and complete all Oracle transactions as required. Report all non-conformances using the MRB process.

• First Piece Inspection: Complete first piece inspections using visual and dimensional inspection techniques per the job routing instructions. Document inspections and report any non-conformances using the MRB process.
• Final Inspection: Complete daily final inspections on completed assemblies using visual and dimensional inspection, special inspection forms, and specified Final Inspection Checklists. Review product testing documentation to ensure product conformance and complete all required paperwork to document the inspection activities accurately. Report any non-conformances.

• Production & Assembly Support: Support machining and assembly personnel as requested with inspection activities and internal non-conformance investigations. Document all support on the appropriate forms. Will be responsible for passing or rejecting parts.
• Communication: Communicate to supervisor and others daily using verbal and/or written communications of any issues that arise on the shop floor or Quality Lab.

• Quality Improvement: Work with Quality Dept. personnel, machinists, assemblers, and suppliers to improve product quality.

Job Requirements:

• Experience using measurement equipment (micrometers, calipers, bore/pin gauges, etc.)
• Work closely with production staff to solve quality problems and answer questions on quality.
• Setup and operate a CMM.
• Must have a good understanding of GD&T specifications & blueprint reading.
• Must have adequate computer skills with Microsoft Office knowledge.
• Capable of managing and completing multiple tasks accurately and expeditiously
• Self-motivated with the ability to prioritize and complete work with a sense of urgency.
• Ability to lift 50lbs.

Experience:

• Experience working in a manufacturing environment with tight tolerance machined parts preferred
• CMM programming experience preferred but not required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• High energy, strong people skills, prefers to work in team environment and can manage stressful situations with a positive attitude.
• Effective communication skills
• Interest in future career development
• Knowledge of ISO 9001:2015 requirements preferred.

Education & Certification Qualifications

• High School Degree
• Metrology Certifications

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.