Quality Inspectgor (R&D)

Shepherd Hardware Products, a division of Colson Group, LLC., is headquartered in Three Oaks, Michigan. Shepherd Hardware offers a full line of general duty and industrial casters, replacement wheels and an unsurpassed range of floor and surface protection products including but not limited to felt, sliders, anti-skid products, rubber cups and bumpers. The core product lines can be found at most hardware retailers in North America and are marketed under the Shepherd Hardware brand as well as various customer-specific brands.
Quality Inspector

Reports To: Lead Quality Technician or Designee
Location: Three Oaks

Job Summary:

The Quality Inspector is responsible for making sure products meet the Colson Group quality standard, and promote a quality culture throughout the facility. Examine shipments of inventory and raw goods, measure specifications of samples in each production run and train team members to refine production quality. Direct and support plant quality function efforts in development and implementation of continuous improvement initiatives that will reduce the cost of quality and meet/exceed customer requirements.

Primary Responsibilities:

· Supports implementation of Colson Group quality procedures at the DC operation
· Document inspection, certification and other applicable data to drive continuous improvement activities and processes
· Support DC Operations systemic continuous improvement initiatives as necessary

Assists with new hire training and ensures new employees understand quality policies
Maintains appropriate records
Gather information and generate required and/or requested reports
Work with employees to resolve quality issues and techniques
Abides by all established organizational policies, rules, and regulations
Performs other related duties and projects as assigned

Skills/Requirements

· Understanding of Lean Manufacturing, APQP, PPAP and 8D Processes

Working knowledge and proficiency in the use of computer and business-related software, including Microsoft applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook)

· Use gauges such as calipers and micrometers to measure products
· Must be good with numbers and able to work with several part numbers simultaneously
· Review blueprints and specifications to compare to produced goods
· Willingness to learn additional quality skills through educational opportunities

Independent worker
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on a regular basis
Good interpersonal and communication skills
Strong organizational skills and must be detail oriented
Conducts themselves in a professional manner

Experience:
· One to three years experience in Quality operations
· Familiar with warehouse, manufacturing, distribution center, setting

Education:

Minimum high school graduate or equivalent

· Quality certification strongly desired