Inspection Technican

General Fasteners Company located in Southfield, MI is looking to hire a full-time Quality Inspection Technician. Would you like to join a stable and growing local company where there is potential for career growth? If so, please read on!

This Quality Inspection Technician position earns a competitive starting wage, and we also offer great benefits and perks, such as 10 paid holidays, generous paid time off (PTO), a 401(k) option, flexible spending accounts (FSAs), life insurance, a down-to-earth casual environment, and a positive team-oriented culture. Our full-time employees also have access to medical, dental, vision, and other insurance options.

JOB SUMMARY:
Responsible for inspection of and testing of product for conformance to specification; performs sample submissions (i.e. PPAP); maintains accurate and legible documentation; reviews certifications to ensure conformance to specification; operates all relevant test equipment; writes and distributes rejection reports; assist with audits (internal and external customers); communicates with customer and suppliers regarding technical needs, as they arise; updates records/spreadsheets.
 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Inspection and testing of fasteners and related products to ensure conformance to specifications
• Review of certifications for conformance to specifications
• Operation of all applicable gauges and test equipment (Calipers, Micrometers, Ring and Plug gauges, Hardness tester and Optical comparator)
• Creation and distribution of rejection reports
• Learn and understand standard fastener terminology
• Maintain accurate and legible documentation
• Communicate effectively with customers and suppliers regarding technical needs
• Participate in continuous improvement processes

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES:

• Experience with Microsoft Office: Outlook, Excel & Word
• Experience with Epicor
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy while meeting deadlines
• Must be self-directed and possess a high level of personal organization and drive
• Possess excellent communication skills including verbal, written and interpersonal
• Interact well with employees at all levels within the organization and be able to build and maintain positive working relationships
• Willingness and ability to be flexible and adapt to changing job requirements
• Possess a strong technical aptitude and problem-solving skills

• Ability to read blueprints and interpret technical specifications
• Ability to gather data, compile information and prepare reports
• Proficient in shop math to determine conformance to specifications and prints
• Focus on attention to detail and accuracy while meeting deadlines

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid drivers license 
• Preferred: Associates Degree or higher or 2+ years of related experience

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The physical demands and work environment described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
 

• This job operates in a professional office and lab environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to ambient temperatures. Noise level may be high when operating powered equipment. Employee is required to use appropriate safety equipment to prevent injury to self or others.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit, bend, stretch, twist, stand, move about, lift up to 40 lbs., hear and speak. The employee is frequently required to use hands and arms to type, reach, handle and feel. The employee must frequently lift and/or move items up to 60 lbs. The employee is frequently required to climb on and off industrial powered equipment. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

 
OTHER FUNCTIONS:

• Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice. This job description is not intended to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this position.

ABOUT GENERAL FASTENERS COMPANY
Founded in 1952, General Fasteners Company is a full-service distributor of Fasteners and Assembly Components. We excel at providing great products, superior customer service, customized Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) programs, product testing, and engineering solutions for our valued customers. Our company culture plays a large part in our success. With 11 locations in North America, General Fasteners Company continues to provide these services to numerous companies throughout North America.  
General Fasteners Company continues to find new and innovative ways to service our customers as we carry on the traditional values on which our company was founded. After 70 years, we continue to be a privately held Michigan corporation dedicated to helping our customers reach their strategic goals through inventory solutions.
We believe that happy, talented employees add value to our company. We do our best to hire friendly, down-to-earth people who make good team members. We also promote a healthy work-life balance and personal development.

READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?
We understand that your time is valuable and that is why we have a very quick and easy application process. If you feel that you are the right for this job, please fill out our initial mobile-friendly application. We look forward to meeting you!

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