Inspector, QA
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on101, City Hall Plaza, Durham, Durham County, North Carolina, 27701, United States
About LCI
The mission of LCI is to provide meaningful employment for the blind and visually impaired. We accomplish this through four core pillars:
- Employ: As one of the largest employers of people who are blind, we create meaningful careers and lasting skills that transform lives.
- Build: We create over 2,000 products and distribute thousands more through manufacturing, retail, nationwide distribution, and e-commerce channels.
- Serve: Many of our products are sold directly to the federal government. We were pioneers of "base supply centers," stores on military bases that employ the blind and visually impaired while providing mission-critical supplies to the nation's military.
- Support: We are committed to ending blindness forever, engaging in philanthropic efforts for research into blindness and treatment for the visually impaired.
About the Role
As an Inspector, QA, you will perform quality raw material receiving, work in-process, and end item inspection at defined points of inspection. This role is vital to ensuring our products meet company quality standards and customer specifications. You will be responsible for obtaining random samples, performing routine checks and tests, and collecting data to ensure processes remain within tolerance levels. Your work directly supports our purpose-driven mission by maintaining the high standards required for our federal government contracts and retail distribution.
Location and Schedule
This position is based in Durham, NC, with a Monday-Friday schedule from 7:30 AM to 4 PM.
Equal Opportunity
LCI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing a supportive environment for all employees, including Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. All applicants are notified of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.
Work location
Work model: On-site
101, City Hall Plaza, Durham, Durham County, North Carolina, 27701, United States
Durham, North Carolina
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleObtain random samples from incoming materials and evaluate for conformance to specifications
- check_circleConduct required testing procedures as outlined by customer specifications
- check_circleEnter inspection data into programs for management review
- check_circlePerform routine checks, tests, gauging, and instrument inspections of materials and finished goods
- check_circleAssist in writing procedures, work instructions, and inspection report forms for area of expertise
- check_circleCollect data to ensure processes remain within tolerance levels
- check_circleObtain random samples from outgoing pallets and verify compliance with quality and color code standards
Requirements
- verifiedHigh School diploma or equivalent (GED)
- verifiedKnowledge and experience with test equipment (calipers, micrometers, rulers, scales, protractors, tape measures)
- verifiedAbility to read and interpret contracts
- verifiedAbility to analyze data to detect trends
Benefits & Perks
check_circleBasic Life Insurance at no cost to the employeecheck_circle401(k) with match and Surplus-Sharing Planscheck_circleHealth, Dental, and Vision Insurancecheck_circleTen paid holidays annuallycheck_circlePaid Time Off (PTO)check_circleOn-site Health and Wellness programcheck_circleEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)
