Inspector 1

Kyocera International, Inc.

Vancouver, WA

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JOB DETAILS

JOB TYPE

Full-time, Employee

SKILLS

Aerospace and Defense, Capability Maturity Model (CMM), Cleanroom, Data Entry, Dental Insurance, Depth Perception, Employee Assistance Plan, English Language, Flexible Spending Accounts, Hand Tools, ISO 14001, ISO 9000, Import/Export, Lift/Move 25 Pounds, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Manufacturing, Mobile Devices, Philosophy, Product Design, Regulations, Retirement Plan, Safety/Work Safety, Semiconductors, Smartphones, Spreadsheets, Tolerance Analysis, Tuition Reimbursement, Vision Comparator, Vision Plan

LOCATION

Vancouver, WA

POSTED

30+ days ago

Description

Join Kyocera International, Inc.
We're hiring an Inspector 1 at our Vancouver, WA !

Salary Range: $17 - $21 hourly
(Final offer based on experience, education, skills, and market factors)

Why Kyocera?
With nearly 80,000 employees worldwide, Kyocera is a global leader in advanced ceramic technologies used in aerospace, automotive, medical, and semiconductor industries. Our materials power everything from smartphones to space shuttles - and we're just getting started.

What Makes Us Stand Out?
We don't just offer jobs - we offer careers with purpose, stability, and growth. Here's what you can expect:

Generous Time Off

3 weeks of vacation to start (120 hours/year)
10 paid holidays annually

Financial Wellness

Competitive pay
401(k) with company match
Employer-paid pension plan

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Life insurance
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Investing in You

Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off to volunteer
Flexible schedules

Work-Life Balance & Culture

Onsite gyms, walking tracks, and employee gardens at larger locations
Long-tenured team (many with 30+ years of service!)
Inclusive and diverse workforce
A company philosophy rooted in doing the right thing as a human being

Our Philosophy
Kyocera's culture is deeply inspired by our founder, Dr. Kazuo Inamori. His values guide our decisions and shape our workplace. Learn more about our guiding principles here:

Kyocera Values

Ready to Make a Difference?
Apply today and become part of a team that's shaping the future - one innovation at a time.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF POSITION
The inspector 1 is responsible for the handling, measurement, visual inspection, correction, and cleaning of parts. May carry out inspection duties in any or all the following areas: incoming parts, in-process, final inspection before shipment and in audits. Inspector also records data and ensures product meets all design and quality requirements in the work order.

REQUIREMENTS
High school diploma or equivalent
0-6 months experience in a manufacturing environment
Ability to read or be trained to read and comprehend verbal and written instructions in English
Ability to add, subtract, multiply to determine tolerances
Vision and depth perception suitable for use of inspection microscopes
20/20 corrected vision - varies by division
Willingness to wear finger cots, masks, and/or clean-room apparel
Ability to either stand or sit for extended periods
Ability to bend, push, pull, reach, grab, turn, twist, and/or stoop
Ability to grab small parts or hand tools with hands/ fingers
Ability to lift and/or carry up to 50 lbs. depending on the specific function.
ability to work with frequent interruptions and changing priorities
eligible to work in an ITAR environment

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Visual inspection of various parts to verify adherence to customer specifications and/or work order.
May visually inspect with a variety of tools including assisting with fluorescent penetrate inspection (FPI) water wash.
May cross train in other areas of quality or packaging and fill in when needs arises.
Uses various dimensioning tools daily and various handheld digital measuring devices.
Also, may be trained on CMM, optical comparator, and various other tools. Will treat equipment in a safe and protective manner to ensure it lasts and is undamaged.
Knowledgeable of basic Excel and able to accurately enter data into spreadsheet without data entry or decimal errors.
Visually inspects irregular sized parts using microscope, calipers, micrometer, and optical comparator as needed.
Complies with applicable requirements of Kyocera International, Inc. policy, ISO 9000, ISO 14001 requirements, ITAR regulations.
Participates in company 5S and safety program. Cleans work area and organizes lab as needed.
Reads specifications and mechanical drawings to ensure understanding. Asks questions when unclear. Should have the ability to concentrate on tasks for long periods of time.

Perform any other related duties as required or assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty mentioned satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES
The following physical activities described here 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 and expectations.

While performing the functions of this job, the employee is continuously required to talk or hear; regularly required to sit; frequently required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms; and occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
The following work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the functions of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to work near moving mechanical parts, work in high, precarious places, fumes or airborne particles.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The above statements are intended to describe the work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. The duties and responsibilities of this position are subject to change and other duties may be assigned or removed at any time. This position may require exposure to information subject to US Export Control regulations, i.e.: the International Traffic and Arms Regulations (ITAR) or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be US persons within the meaning of US regulations.

If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact Kyocera International, Inc. Human Resources team directly.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.
For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Kyocera International, Inc. values diversity in its workforce, and is proud to be an AAP/EEO employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability.

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