POSITION SUMMARY
The Quality Assurance Inspector is responsible for quality compliance for FSG contracts. The QA Inspector is responsible for overseeing inbound product sortation and inspection, evaluating kind, count, condition, and associated vendor compliance documentation. Performs in-process and final inspection for FSG contract shipments. The QA inspector works with Noble’s Quality Manager to create, implement, and track quality processes and metrics. The Quality Assurance Inspector will ensure that Noble meets or exceeds customer and contact quality objectives and provides defect-free products to customers.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Reasonable Accommodations Statement
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential duties outlined below. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
Essential Functions Statements
- Represents Quality function for both the Olive Branch and Holly Springs Distribution Centers. The candidate will be expected to spend 3 days per week on-site at Holly Springs and 2 days on-site at Olive Branch to provide interpretation of quality requirements for all fulfillment and kitting orders.
- Integrate contractual and Noble QMS requirements into all aspects of quality program processes and documentation.
- Develop and monitor quality metrics to ensure compliance with contractual, company, and regulatory requirements.
- Monitor and inspect all incoming deliveries to ensure the quality of items, compliance, quality certifications, and order accuracy.
- Assist with sortation and initial verification for identification and damage on incoming and outgoing receivers/shippers and processes Quality-related receiving/shipping documentation.
- Inspect, verify, and document commodity compliance to vendors engineering drawings, specifications, configuration control, and certifications, as required by contractual requirements. Develops and retains inspection records and product certifications.
- Review vendor certification documentation to ensure AS9100 and Noble's Quality Program traceability requirements are met.
- Perform First Article and Random Sampling Inspection, as needed.
- Complete Non Conformance Reports (NCR) for defective products and material.s
- Assist QA Leadership in physical control and sequestration of non-conforming products and materials.
- Communicate and escalate quality problems to Noble's QA, Procurement Leadership, and fellow QC inspectors, as needed.
- Before shipment, inspect outgoing FSG shipments for product quality approval certs and item accuracy.
- Assist Material Review Board representatives with customer Root Cause Corrective Actions (RCCA) activities. This includes performing analysis, assisting with corrective action plan implementation, and performing verification audits to ensure actions taken have been effective.
- Perform benchmarking and other forms of analysis to ensure specified processes capability levels are achieved.
- Promote product quality, workspace cleanliness, and organization best practices for areas of responsibility.
- Perform other duties, as assigned.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced warehouse environment.
- Ability to read and follow written and verbal instructions.
- Ability to communicate effectively and presentation skills for interaction at various levels management and within the organization.
- Independent; ability to work with limited supervision.
- Organized, Detail oriented.
- Accuracy and Integrity; must want to do the right thing.
- Due to the requirements of the government contracts that we have in place, all applicants must be US Citizens.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- High School/GED, Associate, or an equivalent combination of formal education, on-the-job training, and/or work experience.
- 6-8 years of related work experience.
- Knowledge and Experience of ISO-9100-2015/AS-9100/9120 Quality Standards.
- Ability to read and understand engineering drawings, technical procedures, specifications, Mil-Specs, standards, and other engineering and manufacturing documents.
- Knowledge of aerospace/aviation.
COMPUTER SKILLS
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Microsoft Project
- Google Docs
- NetSuite a plus
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully.
- Ability to perform single lifting of 40 lbs.
- Flexibility – Ability to support overtime on weekends and extended hours on a surge basis.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
- This position is based in a fast-paced distribution center environment that supports daily order fulfillment, inventory management, and logistics operations. The work setting is primarily warehouse-based and may include exposure to varying temperatures, moderate noise levels, and active material-handling equipment.
- Employees can expect to spend extended periods standing, walking, bending, and reaching, and may be required to lift, push, or pull materials within established safety guidelines. The role involves frequent interaction with warehouse management systems, handheld scanners, and other operational technology.
- The distribution center operates on defined shifts to meet customer and operational demands, which may include early mornings, evenings, weekends, or overtime during peak periods. Safety is a core priority, and all team members are expected to follow established safety procedures, wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), and participate in ongoing safety training.
- The environment emphasizes teamwork, accuracy, and efficiency, with close collaboration among warehouse associates, supervisors, inventory control, and transportation partners to ensure timely and compliant delivery of goods.
Equal Opportunity Statement:
Noble provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, status as a covered veteran, or any other protected category in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Noble complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
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The Company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the Company reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the Company may deem appropriate.
