Quality Inspector

Description

Essential Cabinetry Group is a leader in cabinet manufacturing throughout the U.S., delivering high-quality, customizable cabinetry solutions that blend innovative design with exceptional craftsmanship. Guided by our core C.A.R.E. values—Customer Focus, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence—we are committed to exceeding customer expectations and enhancing the heart of every home we serve. We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support our employees' health, well-being, and professional growth. Our benefits include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan with company match, and so much more! We are currently seeking a highly motivated and qualified candidate to fill the role of Quality Inspector. This full-time, 1st Shift position is based in Simpsonville, SC, and offers an exciting opportunity to join our team and contribute to a culture built on quality, integrity, and teamwork.

The Quality Inspector ensures the quality of the product leaving the Finish Department. This is accomplished by examining materials, following the standards and methods for inspection, rework and remake. 

• Support the CARE values of the organization. 
• Commit to producing a quality product for our customers. 
• Inspect product for defects, specification deviations and monitors the production and flow of these products. 
• Maintain and Document inspection results and records. 
• Segregate non-conforming materials. 
• Perform touch-ups on products that can be reworked on the spot. 
• Return Product that is beyond the light touch-up work and confirm repairs pass inspection.
• Report product that is beyond repair and needs to be made. 
• Follow up on product that was remade to make sure it flows through the process and is inspected. 
• Communicate visual and dimensional quality standards and defects to line operators. 
• Follow established company/department rules and regulations and maintain quality standard. 
• Follow all legal regulations to maintain a safe and healthy work environment. 
• Analyze customer drawings, prints, and specifications for finished product. 
• Perform other duties as required or directed. 
• Other duties as assigned. 

Requirements

• Proficient in geometric tolerances. 
• Understand quality standards and practices. 
• Strong Analytical and problem-solving skills. 
• Proficiency in computer technology. 
• PC skills, knowledge of MS office applications required.
• Ability to distinguish colors. 
• Excellent decision-making abilities. 
• Dexterity (able to stand, bend, reach and carry product to and from the factory floor. 
• Bi-lingual (Spanish and English) preferred. 

Working Relationship

Communication is required across all levels of the organization- executive team, other functional leaders, subordinates and production floor workers. The Quality Inspector works under the immediate supervision of the Department Supervisor.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift/move in excess of 50 lbs. at a time  
• Stand, walk, stoop, and perform motions for an extended period

PPE

Safety glasses, hearing protection, and safety shoes at all times while in the production floor.

Safety

This position expects to adhere to all safety rules to include the use of all require protective personal equipment (PPE). Specifically, eye and hearing protection must be worn at all times while in the production floor.

Work Environment Organization Structure/Career Progression

The work environment characteristics described below are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job: 

Non-air-conditioned environments; hazardous materials such paints, stains and solvents; machinery, conveyors, spray-booths and drying racks. 

Equal Opportunity Employer

At Essential Cabinetry Group, we believe in the value of your unique identity, background, and experiences. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status or any other status protected by the law. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation due to a disability at any stage of the employment application process should contact Human Resources.