Quality Inspector (Transformer or Heavy Manufacturing Exp Req)

Quality Inspector (Transformer or Heavy Manufacturing Exp Req)
Location: 15 miles west of Fayetteville, NC (Relocation Assistance Available)
Salary: $75,000 - $80,000+ DOE plus Annual Bonus Potential & Benefits
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, 401K w/ Match, PTO
Job Type: Full-Time 
Typical Hours: M-F, 8am – 5pm (Flexible)
Start Date: ASAP
Sponsorship: Not available
Relocation Assistance: Available

Quality Inspector (Transformer or Heavy Manufacturing Exp Req) Description

Our client in the manufacturing industry is seeking a Quality Inspector to add to their team near Fayetteville, NC. In this role, you will conduct in-process and final inspections across winding, assembly, fabrication, and finishing operations while monitoring quality gates, verifying documentation, and partnering with production and engineering to resolve issues quickly. The ideal candidate brings transformer manufacturing experience OR quality experience in a related heavy manufacturing industry (fabrication, electrical, automotive, aerospace). Seasoned machine operators or team leaders in the transformer industry who want to transition into a career in quality are encouraged to apply. This is a great opportunity to impact a well-established, growing company in a vital industry with long-term career growth potential.

Quality Inspector (Transformer or Heavy Manufacturing Exp Req) Responsibilities

•    Ensure all components, subassemblies, and final assemblies meet quality requirements
•    Allocate time ~60% on the floor and ~40% on documentation, verification, and follow-up
•    Inspect incoming parts, in-process builds, and finished transformers to drawings/specs
•    Monitor quality gates across winding, assembly, fabrication, and finishing areas
•    Interpret engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, blueprints, and technical specifications
•    Perform electrical and mechanical inspections, including dimensional and torque checks
•    Verify quality control sheets are complete and required records are retained
•    Review the nonconformance log and track corrective and preventive actions
•    Document inspection results with clear, accurate, and traceable entries
•    Escalate nonconformances and partner with production and engineering to resolve issues
•    Ensure compliance with ISO 9001, customer specifications, and internal procedures
•    Participate in root cause analysis, problem-solving, and continuous improvement efforts
•    Calibrate, maintain, and properly use gauges, meters, and inspection/test equipment

Quality Inspector (Transformer or Heavy Manufacturing Exp Req) Qualifications

•    3+ years of transformer manufacturing experience OR 3+ years of quality experience in heavy manufacturing is required
•    Working knowledge of ISO 9000 quality systems is required
•    Ability to read and interpret drawings, blueprints, and electrical schematics is required
•    Ability to work 100% on-site is required