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Quality Inspector - 1st shift February 17, 2026

Located in Lafayette, IN

Pay: 16

Job Full Description

Quality Inspector

 

 

Position Level:             Non-Exempt                             

 

Reports To:                  Quality Supervisor        

 

Position Summary:      Inspects materials and products for conformance to specifications prior to products being released for shipment.

 

 

Essential Job Functions (include but are not limited to):

  • Performs various sorting, inspection, and data entry
  • Reads, interprets and understands prints and specifications accurately for all product lines
  • Inspects product equipment and production processes
  • Participates and implements the maintenance of ISO 9001 Quality System
  • Reads, interprets and understands location Quality Systems
  • Performs and maintains calibration programs for equipment
  • Documents details/circumstances involving all assigned job tasks
  • Performs statistical process control functions such as CPk, PPAP, FMEA, and gauge R & R, as needed Demonstrates professionalism when representing the company in all communications with internal and external customers and vendors 
  • Follows all company policies and procedures
  • Sustains housekeeping standards in accordance with location appearance guidelines
  • Maintains location to internal safety standards and OSHA compliance
  • Conscious consideration of the Kirby Risk organization when engaging on social media, mindful of the images and language used
  • In addition to the Essential Functions and responsibilities listed above, all positions are also responsible for:
    • Emulates the Kirby Risk Values & Principles in daily interactions with internal and external customers
    • Meeting company standards pertaining to quantity and quality of work performed on an ongoing basis, performing all work-related tasks in a manner that is in compliance with all Company policies and procedures
    • Adhering to Company policies, procedures, and directives regarding standards of workplace behavior in completing job duties and assignments while maintaining regular and timely attendance

 

Education/Specialized Knowledge/Skills/Experience Required:

  • High School diploma/GED or equivalent work experience
  • 1-year relevant work experience
  • Strong interpersonal, leadership, and customer contact skills
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Excellent telephone etiquette
  • Demonstrates computer skills and aptitude; Microsoft Office preferred with proficiency in PowerPoint, Word, Access, and Excel
  • Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills; ability to handle multiple priorities and successfully meet deadlines
  • Well-developed communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Self-directed, compassionate and independent work ethic
  • Ability to track and report on success of programs
  • Ability to solve practical problems in a timing and professional manner
  • Ability to interpret a variety of instructions
  • Listening effectively when others are speaking
  • Flexibility to support multi shift operation
  • Ability to lead by example, promote morale and demonstrate teamwork
  • Effective execution of all job functions under challenging situations
  • Ability to perform and retain various skill related tasks, training, and operations

 

 

Critical Competencies:

·         Customer Service Excellence

·         Passion for Results

·         Development

·         Accountability

·         Integrity

·         Relationships

·         Community

·         Job knowledge

 

·         Team Spirit

·         Safety

·         Quality

·         Adaptability / Flexibility

Performance Standards:

·         Communication

·         Confidentiality

·         Problem Solving / Analysis

·         Product Knowledge

·         Productivity

·         Quality

·         Results Focus

·         Sense of Urgency

·         Technical Skills

 

 

 

 

Training to be completed within 6 Months:

  • Comprehensive understanding of the vision, goals and objectives of the business unit
  • Company Business System Software
  • Company HRMS software
  • Company Customer Relationship Management Software
  • Internal Safety Training Standards
  • Kirby Risk learning paths as applicable to the role
  • Successfully complete continuing education required to maintain knowledge of systems and programs

 

 

Work Environment:

  • Primarily indoors, controlled temperature environment
  • May be required to go to customer site where the environmental conditions will vary
  • Ability to perform essential functions of the role in a work environment with a variation of noise levels to include high to moderate noise due to hand tools, machinery, heavy equipment, moving motorized vehicles, alarms, vibration, and general conversations
  • While performing in this environment the employee may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration
  • Ability to perform in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
  • Ability to work in office environment, utilizing typical office equipment computer, printer, copier, scanner, telephone/cell, all equipment related to area
  • Ability to work within a department with several people
  • Ability to work in a team environment and communicate in a reasonable manner
  • Ability to perform in a team environment embodying the Values & Principles while communicating in a professional manner
  • Ability to perform and retain various skill related tasks, training, and operations
  • Sustains housekeeping standards in accordance with appearance guidelines

 

 

Safety Requirements:

  • Report any unsafe task or operation immediately to management prior to continuing task
  • Immediately report incidents involving injury, illness, safety hazard or property damage.
  • Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) as instructed by immediate supervisor or customer requirements and Kirby Risk Safe Workplace
  • Comply with all company and customer OSHA, safety policies, procedures, rules, and best practices
  • Participate in safety meetings and training
  • Be constantly aware of personal safety and that of coworkers
  • Ability to safely and effectively use and operate all equipment required for work

 

 

Physical Requirements:

  • Ability to push pull carry up to 50lbs
  • Ability to differentiate color variations
  • Ability to adjust vision focus
  • Ability to stand and work with arms at or above shoulder height for extended periods of time 
  • Stand for extended periods of time
  • Bend, stoop, reach and shift positions frequently
  • Talk or hear, both in person and by telephone.
  • Use hands repetitively to operate, finger, handle or feel standard office equipment; and reach with hands and arms
  • Ability to safely move throughout the production floor
  • Flexible to work shifts, overtime and weekends when required

Lafayette, IN
1645
2200 Scott Street
Lafayette, IN 47904

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