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JOB DESCRIPTION
Quality Inspector / Production Operator
Location
Mooresville, NC
Department
Quality / Production
Position Type
Full-Time
Classification
Hourly, Non-Exempt
Pay Range
$22.00-$25.00 per hour, depending on experience
Reports To
Quality / Operations Leadership
Position Summary
The Quality Inspector / Production Operator supports both quality inspection and manufacturing operations at SHD Composites. The primary responsibility is to inspect raw materials, work-in-process, and finished products to verify conformance with specifications, customer requirements, and internal quality standards. When inspection workload allows, the position rotates into Production to support manufacturing activities. This hybrid structure helps build strong product knowledge while providing flexible support across Quality and Production.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities - Quality Inspection
Perform in-process, and final inspections of work-in-process, and finished products.
Inspect products against specifications, work instructions, production travelers, controlled documentation, and customer requirements.
Perform required visual inspections, measurements, sampling, and in-process quality checks.
Accurately document inspection results and maintain complete quality and traceability records.
Review work orders, batch/run documentation, inspection records, labels, certificates, and other manufacturing documentation for accuracy and completeness.
Identify, document, segregate, and communicate nonconforming material or product and assist with nonconformance investigations as required.
Verify product identification, labeling, traceability.
Communicate quality concerns promptly to Quality, Production, Engineering, and site leadership.
Support internal, customer, and certification audits and follow applicable SHD quality procedures and AS9100/ISO requirements.
Production Support Responsibilities
Assist with assigned manufacturing activities when inspection workload permits.
Operate or support production equipment after completing required training and demonstrating competency.
Follow approved work instructions, specifications, production procedures, and safety requirements.
Stage, identify, measure, move, and handle raw materials, work-in-process, and finished materials.
Assist with equipment setup, cleaning, changeovers, packaging, labeling, and material movement.
Complete required production documentation and system transactions accurately and on time.
Support inventory counts, 5S, housekeeping, and other production needs as required.
Required Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent.
Previous experience in manufacturing, production, quality inspection, machine operation, laboratory work, or another industrial environment preferred.
Strong attention to detail and ability to recognize inconsistencies, defects, or process deviations.
Ability to follow detailed written and verbal instructions and maintain accurate records.
Basic math, measurement, computer, and problem-solving skills.
Strong commitment to product quality, workplace safety, dependability, and punctuality.
Ability to work effectively with Quality, Production, Engineering, Maintenance, and site leadership.
Willingness to work in both Quality Inspection and Production based on business needs.
Preferred Qualifications
Quality inspection or quality control experience in a manufacturing environment.
Experience in aerospace, composites, prepreg, plastics, chemicals, textiles, coating, converting, or other process manufacturing.
Experience using calipers, micrometers, gauges, scales, or other measuring and inspection equipment.
Experience with nonconformance reports, controlled documentation, material traceability, calibration systems, or ERP/MRP systems.
Familiarity with AS9100, ISO 9001, Lean manufacturing, or 5S practices.
Core Competencies
Attention to detail
Quality-focused mindset
Reliability and accountability
Sound judgment and problem solving
Mechanical aptitude
Accurate documentation
Effective communication and teamwork
Flexibility and willingness to learn
Physical and Work Requirements
This is an active manufacturing position. The employee must be able to stand and walk for most of the scheduled shift; bend, reach, push, pull, and perform repetitive tasks; handle materials, samples, inspection equipment, and production documentation; and lift or move up to 50 pounds, with assistance or material-handling equipment available for heavier items. The work environment may include manufacturing machinery, chemicals, production noise, and temperature variations. Required personal protective equipment must be worn. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Additional Information
This job description summarizes the primary responsibilities of the position and is not intended to list every duty. Responsibilities may change based on business and operational needs. xhqgsiq SHD Composites is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers qualified applicants without regard to legally protected characteristics. Employment is at will, subject to applicable law.
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Compensation details: 22-25 Yearly Salary
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Worksite address
mooresville, NC, 28115, US
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