Quality Control Inspector Duties and Responsibilities:
Individual wearing a hardhat and safety goggles, and holding a clipboard. Text reads: Sample quality control inspector duties: Inspect output samples, Train teams on quality control measures, Monitor use of equipment, Propose improvements to production process.
A Quality Control Inspector performs assessment, documentation and organization tasks to support the efficiency and effectiveness of their organizations supply chain. Their duties and responsibilities include:
Inspecting output samples using industry-appropriate methods, such as comparing to standards, measuring dimensions and examining functionality.
Checking that the assembly or production line adheres to standards and procedures and complying with legal requirements.
Reviewing blueprints and specifications to compare to produced goods.
Recording inspection results by completing reports, summarizing re-works and wastes and inputting data into quality database.
Training the production team on quality control measures to improve product excellence.
Proposing improvements to the production process.
Monitoring the use of equipment to ensure it is safe and discard any that do not meet requirements.
Updating job knowledge by engaging in educational opportunities and regular training.
Keeping measurement equipment operating accurately by following calibration requirements and calling for repairs.
Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and radiographs.
Using gauges such as calipers and micrometers to measure products.
Collecting and compiling statistical quality data.
Assisting in the development of test methods and inspection plans.
Determining the causes of product defects and reworks.