Quality Inspector Lead

Valmont Industries

  • Mendota Heights, MN
  • $25.00-32.50 per hour
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 4 days ago
2411 Pilot Knob Road Mendota Heights Minnesota 55120-1119Why ValmontWe’re Here to Move the World Forward.Valmont impacts millions of people around the world every day, yet they might not realize the many ways. Our technology is helping feed the growing population, supplying the world with more reliable energy and access to renewables, enhancing connectivity in remote and urban locations to create a sustainable future and so much more. Simply put, Valmont is advancing agricultural productivity and reimagining vital infrastructure to make life better.Join a Fortune 1000 company that respects hard work, honors diversity and invests in our employees as we focus on creating the world of tomorrow, today. We are the modern workforce. Are you ready to move the world forward? Apply now.Essential Functions:
  • Review the production schedule for the week.
  • Review work instructions and job travelers to verify the process.
  • Determine material, manpower, and equipment needs for each job.
  • Verify the correct set-up for each job.
  • Pre-process, in-process, and final inspection of customer-supplied parts.
  • Determine different conditions on parts to determine their acceptability.
  • Determine proper packaging for parts and ensure accurate counts.
  • Record and verify accurate information on job travelers and in the computer.
  • Read and interpret blueprints and specifications.
  • Can work in all inspection roles, whatever the department.
  • Supervise quality personnel in the department.
  • Act as a liaison between employees and management.
  • Ensure that the department produces a profitable, high-quality product at all times.
  • Ensure a safe and clean work environment.
  • Assist Quality Manager/Supervisor with customer issues and inventories.
  • Conformance testing and approvals.
  • Reviews & signs certifications.
  • Tabulates quality weekly results and Internal audits.
  • Knowledge of proper safety regarding hazardous waste handling
  • Hazardous Communication/Right to Know and Emergency Response/Contingency Plan
  • Waste Minimization
Other Important Details about the Role:
  • This position reports directly to the Production Lead
  • AQL Sampling Inspections.
  • Ability to interact with diverse groups of people.
  • Good organizational and communication skills.
  • Able to multiply, divide, add, and subtract proficiently.
  • Be able to make decisions on your own.
  • Understand and use all inspection equipment and procedures.
  • Diagnose, determine root causes, and provide corrective actions on quality-related problems.
  • Oversee line housekeeping tasks.
  • Pay ranges from $25.00 to $32.50 per hour.
Required Qualifications of Every Candidate (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities):
  • Must be able to read and write English legibly.
  • Ability to work overtime as required to meet business needs.
  • The ability to safely lift up to 50 pounds frequently throughout the shift.
  • Up to 2 years of previous Quality experience in a manufacturing or fabrication environment.
  • Proven track record in lean manufacturing principles, including standard work, continuous improvement, problem resolution, and delivery of results that positively affect the organization's bottom line.
  • The ability to work cooperatively and communicate effectively with all levels of the organization.
  • Must be a person of passion and integrity who has the drive to excel and deliver exceptional results.
  • Actively participates in department safety, demonstrates excellent safety practices and behaviors, and conforms to all Valmont safety policies and procedures.
Highly Qualified Candidates Will Also Possess These Qualifications:
  • The ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedural manuals
  • The ability to recognize and solve practical problems or issues
  • Strong leadership skills and the ability to support divisional business objectives
  • The ability to communicate and interact with coworkers in a positive manner
BenefitsValmont offers employees and their families a comprehensive Total Wellbeing benefit package to ensure their individual and family’s overall wellness needs are met. Some offerings are dependent upon the role, work schedule, or location and can include the following:Healthcare (medical, prescription drugs, dental and vision)401k retirement plan with company matchPaid time offEmployer paid life insuranceEmployer paid short-term and long-term disability including maternity leaveWork Life SupportTuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per yearVoluntary programs like tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, one-on-one health coaching, mortgage services and moreValmont does not discriminate against any employee or applicant in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.If you have a disability and require any assistance in filling out the application for employment email EEOCompliance@Valmont.com.Working Environment and Physical Efforts:The working conditions for this position are in a manufacturing shop environment with exposure to dirt, grease, fumes, cold, heat, noise, and dust. The environment is fast-paced and demanding most of the time. Incumbents must utilize proper ergonomic and safety safeguards such as hearing protection and safety glasses. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds while working with many parts for processing. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.

Valmont Industries