- Company Name
- Orica
- Job Title
- Quality Assistant (Hanwell NB)
- Job Description
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**Job Title**
Quality Control Inspector
**Role Summary**
Execute inspections throughout product development and manufacturing to ensure compliance with quality standards, contractual requirements, and ISO 9001:2015. Collaborate with cross‑functional teams, maintain verification records, and support continuous improvement and audit activities.
**Expectations**
- Deliver accurate, timely inspections and documentation.
- Communicate findings to production, shipping, and suppliers to meet quality and schedule targets.
- Follow detailed procedures, maintain safety, and comply with regulatory and statutory standards.
**Key Responsibilities**
- Conduct incoming inspections of vendor materials for quality and contractual compliance.
- Perform first‑article inspections for new outsourced products and materials.
- Carry out in‑process inspections (visual, electrical, mechanical) of sub‑assemblies and processes.
- Participate in final product verification, product simulations, and returned product handling.
- Monitor suppliers, perform calibrations, quarantine non‑conforming material, and support product development.
- Prepare reports, maintain verification records, and contribute to procedure development and improvement.
- Support ISO 9001:2015 audits and cooperate with governmental inspections.
- Ensure no expired raw material is used; uphold safety, regulatory, and statutory standards.
**Required Skills**
- Strong attention to detail and patience for repetitive tasks.
- Proficiency with inspection tools (calipers, micrometers, pin gauges, multimeters, etc.).
- Familiarity with ISO 9001:2015 and related standards (IPC, UL, CSA, AWS, EN, etc.).
- Basic mechanical/electronic understanding; ability to lift up to 20 kg.
- Excellent written and verbal communication; effective interpersonal skills.
- Time management and multi‑tasking in a dynamic environment.
- Proficient data entry and computer use.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
**Required Education & Certifications**
- Secondary (high‑school) diploma with basic understanding in manufacturing, mechanical, or electronic disciplines.
- 2–3 years of quality control experience focusing on machined parts, printed circuit boards, or printed circuit assemblies.
- ASQ designations such as CQIA, CSSYB, CQPA, CQI, or CSQP preferred but not mandatory.