Visual Inspector 2nd W/|E

Job Title: Visual Inspector – 2nd Shift Weekends

Job Description

The Visual Inspector on 2nd shift weekends plays a key role in ensuring product quality and safety within a temperature-controlled manufacturing environment. This position focuses on visual inspection of products and materials, accurate data entry, and active participation in quality assurance processes while collaborating closely with production teams.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed visual inspections of products, components, and materials using the human eye and, when needed, tools such as magnifying aids or specialized equipment to identify defects, inconsistencies, or nonconformances.
• Capture clear, accurate photos of products and inspection findings and upload them to the company’s digital systems in accordance with established procedures.
• Review and interpret photo evidence to recognize discrepancies, document issues, and support quality decision-making.
• Enter inspection results, material data, and finished product information into computer applications such as Microsoft Excel, SAP, and other internal systems with a high level of accuracy.
• Edit and update check sheets and standard operating procedures (SOPs) as directed to reflect current quality and inspection requirements.
• Monitor production quality, respond promptly to quality concerns, and escalate issues to appropriate quality assurance contacts when necessary.
• Enter material and finished product holds into QA notification emails and other designated quality communication tools to ensure timely resolution of issues.
• Support internal and external audits as needed by providing inspection records, documentation, and quality-related information.
• Move comfortably between different production cells to perform inspections, data entry, and quality checks wherever needed.
• Work in alignment with the production schedule, including weekends and some Saturdays, ensuring inspection coverage whenever the production team is operating.
• Follow Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) guidelines and established quality control procedures to maintain high standards of product quality and safety.
• Maintain a clean, organized inspection area and handle equipment and materials in a safe and responsible manner.

Essential Skills

• Proficient computer skills with the ability to comfortably use Microsoft Word and Excel for data entry and documentation.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Outlook for email communication and QA notification processes.
• Ability to learn and use SAP and other company-specific computer applications for data entry and quality tracking.
• Experience with visual inspection in a manufacturing or production environment, examining products, components, or materials to detect defects or inconsistencies.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to recognize discrepancies in products and photo evidence.
• Comfort working across multiple production cells and adapting to changing inspection needs.
• Willingness to work 2nd shift weekend hours, including Friday through Sunday from 6:00 PM to 6:30 AM, and some required Saturdays.
• Understanding of basic quality control and quality assurance principles.
• Ability to follow Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) guidelines and adhere to established SOPs.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills for documenting findings and communicating quality issues.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing environment is a plus, particularly in precision machining or sheet metal manufacturing settings.
• Familiarity with quality assurance processes in production environments.
• Comfort supporting audits by providing documentation and inspection records.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating closely with production and quality teams.
• No additional formal certifications required for this role.

Why Work Here?

This opportunity offers substantial room for growth within a company that is known for genuinely taking care of its people. Team members enjoy medical, dental, and vision benefits, as well as a 401(k) plan with a 3% match. The organization supports convenient commuting options through rideshare programs and provides biweekly pay upon permanent hire. The culture emphasizes employee well-being and engagement, with amenities such as a break room, recreation center, and quarterly cookouts that foster a sense of community and work-life balance.

Work Environment

The role is based in an extremely clean, temperature-controlled manufacturing facility designed to support comfort and consistent product quality. The position primarily works 2nd shift weekends, Friday through Sunday from 6:00 PM to 6:30 AM, with training provided on 1st shift weekend hours (6:00 AM to 6:30 PM). Work is performed across various production cells, closely aligned with the production schedule, including some Saturdays when the production team is operating. The facility uses computer-based systems such as Microsoft Exc…