Lead Quality Inspector

Title: Lead Quality Inspector 

Reports To: Quality Assurance Manager with dotted line to Quality Supervisor

Job Responsibilities

• Operate Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM) to perform dimensional inspections in accordance with approved procedures.
• Conduct final visual inspections of HPG customer products to verify compliance with all specifications and requirements.
• Follow established inspection protocols and work instructions to ensure consistency, accuracy, and traceability.
• Review and analyze inspection data to ensure conformance to design intent, dimensional tolerances, blueprints, and applicable specifications.
• Communicate inspection findings, nonconformities, and trends to relevant departments in a timely and professional manner.
• Perform calibration, verification, and basic maintenance of measuring and inspection equipment.
• Oversee and perform final product packaging to ensure compliance with customer and internal requirements.
• Train, mentor, and support new employees in inspection processes, documentation, and quality standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment while promoting safe work practices across the team.
• Ensure timely completion and accuracy of inspection records, quality documentation, and reporting requirements.
• Perform other tasks within the department as required
• Ensure safety procedures and protections are followed. 
• Enforce safety procedures and ensure team consistently use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Provide directions to inspection personnel to ensure work is completed to established standards and expectations.
• Support positive change initiatives and continuous improvement efforts.
• Ensure employee compliance with company policies, procedures, and ethical standards.
• Monitor team performance, assign responsibilities, and support corrective discipline when necessary.
• Manage packaging material inventory and coordinate with suppliers for quotations and replenishment as required.
• Perform additional quality-related duties within the department as assigned.

Requirements

• Three years of related experience is preferred.
• Ability to take precise measurements using specialized equipment and techniques.
• Strong work ethic and positive team attitude