Job Description

Quality Control Inspector – West Chicago, IL

Are you interested in working with cutting-edge technology in the coating and finishing of aerospace parts and industrial components? Do you take pride in ensuring quality and delivering exceptional service to customers? If so, a Quality Control Inspector position with Ionbond – West Chicago Coating Center could be an excellent opportunity for you. In this role, you will play a key part in maintaining our high standards of quality and precision, directly impacting customer satisfaction. This position reports to the QHSE Manager at our West Chicago facility.

Ionbond – The Surface Engineers™

Ionbond provides advanced coating solutions for applications in the aerospace, medical, food contact, automotive, decorative, tooling and fuel cells industries. We offer a broad range of hard, low-friction, wear-resistant coatings based on PVD, PACVD and CVD technologies.

With 34 job coating centers in 15 countries in Europe, North America and Asia, Ionbond has one of the largest coating networks in the world. Ionbond is part of renowned Japanese industrial consortium IHI Group.

What defines this job?

· Inspect coated parts for coating thickness, coating adherence, surface finish, substrate & coating hardness, size and appearance, records inspection information consistent with prescribed methods and procedures

· Conduct audits under supervision; control plan audits, product audits, 5S, HSE, QMS self-assessment and customer supplied audit forms

· Responsibility for relevant Document and Data control, updates and maintains daily inspection logs in a timely and accurate manner

· Maintain a clean workstation; ensure it is functioning within required safety guidelines, and maintaining lab equipment

· Communicates effectively to supervision and operating personnel to achieve optimum continuity of workflow and quality, and any other job-related problems

· Use precision measuring instruments and makes precision inspection set-ups

· Responsible for 5S Program (continuous improvement) in the QC area and other areas where assigned

· Other duties as assigned

What do we offer?

Unleashing potential is at the core of our approach. We provide a dynamic environment that opens doors to both international and local growth opportunities, helping you reach your full potential. Here's what you can expect from being part of our team:

· A place to work with international and local growth opportunities

· Diverse work environment

· Competitive compensation package; salary based on experience and educational credentials

· Excellent Medical, dental, & vision benefits with affordable premiums and annual deductibles

· Flexible spending accounts (medical and dependent care)

· Life insurance

· Short-term & long-term disability

· Employee assistance program

· Generous Paid Time Off

· Tuition Reimbursement

· 401k Safe Harbor Retirement Account plus company match

What do we ask?

Minimum High School education with sufficient knowledge gained through experience; Associate Degree preferred. 2+ years’ experience in a manufacturing environment completing QC inspections and procedures. Proficeint PC skills, including Microsoft Office. Good organization and time management. Must pass a color vision test and math test. Must be able to sit/stand for long periods. Must be able to read small print, as small as 6 font and distinguish color differences. Must be able to wear required PPE. Strong critical thinking skills. Effective communication skills. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Good dexterity skills, able to handle precision machined parts. Ability to read instructions in English. Must be authorized to work in the U.S. and pass a criminal background check and physical screening.

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You should be proficient in:

• Quality Inspection Experience
• Troubleshooting Skills
• Manufacturing Instruction (MI)
• Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Quality Control Experience
• Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
• Quality Control Data Analysis

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• Measurement Gauges
• Calipers and Micrometers