What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Inspector - Weekday Days position at Protolabs?
Be yourself at Protolabs
Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to building a diverse team that feels they are valued in the workplace. So do you feel you do not meet every single requirement but still intrigued? We encourage you to still apply! You can help make our company even better. We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, age, mental or physical ability, or any way you represent yourself. We strongly believe diversity makes for more successful teams.
Why Protolabs?
We are the leaders in digital manufacturing. We hire doers, makers, and creative thinkers who tackle our roles with an entrepreneurial spirit. Our culture is centered around meaningful work that brings new and innovative products to market at unprecedented speeds. We are a diverse team that comes from all walks of life and take pride in our team who is smart, genuine, humble, and passionate about what we do. It’s our people who fuel our creativity and make our culture feel like home.
Join our team as a Quality Inspector!
The CNC Quality Inspector is responsible to ensure parts/order fulfillment for a specific order are consistent with customer requirements before they are sent to shipping. This opening is for the Weekday Days (WDD).
Shift - Mon - Fri 10AM-6PM
What you will do
Conduct X,Y,Z measurements
Conduct visual cosmetic inspection
Conduct part count verification
Inspect completed order for packaging accuracy
Inspect completed orders for fulfillment accuracy
Enter process information into computer
Identify quality issues relating to manufacturing processes and order fulfillment
Interface with shift supervisor and/ or quality control staff regarding order quantities and part quality
Coordinate corrective action as necessary with department supervisor and co-workers
Determine if an order is shippable
Transport finished parts to shipping area
Communicate with the CQRs as needed
Provide feedback to team leads / Supervisors, any necessary training needs to the Production floor
Adhere to all quality and safety standards within the department
Maintain clean and organized work area with emphasis on safety, quality, efficiency, and utilization
Continually seek to improve work processes and individual performance
Adhere to all company policies and operational procedures
Perform additional tasks as assigned
What it takes
Strong attention to detail is required
Able to comprehend and follow printed and computer-screen instructions, and direction from supervisors or technical leads
Good written and oral communication skills
Able to use measuring instruments such as scales, and calipers
Able to work safely with sharp tools/objects, such as but not limited to, hobby knives, utility knives, diagonal-cutting pliers
Able to use a computer and calculator
Able to read and write in English, and do basic arithmetic
Able to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented work environment
Must be punctual and have good attendance
High school diploma or equivalent degree
What is in it for you
We offer a competitive salary and annual bonus opportunity
In addition, we offer amazing benefits including but not limited to:
Health Insurance: Traditional OR High Deductible plan
Flexible Spending Accounts
Health Savings Account (including employer contributions)
Dental and Vision
Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
Paid caregiver leave
You will receive PTO + Holiday Pay + Wellness Hours + Volunteer Hours
401k with company match and immediate vest
Employee Stock Purchase Program at a 15% discounted rate
Matching grants through Protolabs foundation
And More!
Protolabs offers a competitive total rewards package, and compensation mix vary based on position, such as base wage, as well as other earnings including incentives and commissions. Actual pay offered will vary depending on multiple factors which may include, without limitation, job function, work experience, specialized skills, training, education, and certifications.
Proto Labs maintains ITAR-compliant operations in all of our United States based facilities. Due to ITAR regulations, this role is only open to U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents (green card holders) or foreign nationals granted refugee or asylee status. Individuals with temporary visas (e.g. E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, TN or OPT) are not eligible for hire in this role.
Proto Labs, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Physical Demands:
While performing the essential duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to sit; use a computer keyboard, monitor and mouse, telephone and printer; reach with hands, and arms, talk, see and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, stoop or kneel and must be able to lift and/or move up to 70 pounds.
Work Environment:
Indoors (A/C); nonsmoking; the majority of this job function is performed in a manufacturing area exposed to machinery and noise; with eye protection and safety shoes required. Occasionally works in outside weather conditions. Occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.