Parts Inspector

PARTS INSPECTOR

Family owned Hammon Plating has been in business since 1969. As a leader in the cleaning and plating industry, we have set the standard with premium processes and procedures to support semi-conductor, biotech, solar and a variety of other industries. Currently, we are looking to expand and grow our organization by adding to our well-seasoned staff of experts. Most of our employees have been with us for over thirty years! If you like the idea of growing your career and benefiting from your strong work ethic and solid work experience, we highly encourage you to apply today!

Location: Palo Alto, California
Schedule: Full-time, M-F

Position Summary
The Prep & Parts Inspector Lead is responsible for preparing and coordinating with other personnel the preparation and inspection of the parts. This person emphasizes meticulous inspection processes and procedures. This person also establishes the scheduling and commitment of this department with the Quality Engineer. This person takes possession of the parts for inspection and preparation and distributes them appropriately to his team for processing. This person is the person to whom the prep and inspection team reports to with questions and for clarification. When defects or flaws are detected, the Lead will confer with the Quality Engineer on further course of action. This person should be training a second-in-command for absences, and for the potential increase of work flow.

Reports to: Quality Engineer

Job Description

1. Take ownership of Front-End Parts Prep & Inspection
2. Mechanical inspection
3. Dimensional data collection
4. Direct team to follow guidelines, functions, and understood procedures
5. Coordinate with Quality Engineer to adhere to job-specific guidelines
6. Monitor, inspect, and take ownership of parts once they are received into inspection area
7. Maintain the cleanliness and orderliness of the overall inspection area
8. Direct team to prepare and inspect parts per specific job requirements
9. Must have a high attention to detail
10. Read gauges and micrometers
11. Follow established safety rules and regulations

1. Work well under pressure
2. Good communication skills
3. Detail-oriented and organized
4. Mechanical inspection experience required
5. Must be reliable and responsible
6. Good-natured, cooperative attitude
7. Excellent attention to detail
8. Basic math skills
9. Clear Communication Skills – Comprehend and verbally express results and conclusions
10. Critical Evaluation and thinking

1. Shop experience a plus
2. Ability to stand, stoop, bend, twist and maintain a stationary position for prolonged periods of time
3. Complete repetitive movements with hands, arms, wrists, shoulders, as necessary
4. Be exposed to sounds or noise levels that may be uncomfortable
5. Lift, move, or transport items up to 30 pounds without assistance or injury
6. Specific visual abilities to examine parts
7. Wear protective clothing
8. Ability to work around dust, chemicals, and other substances

1. Management training opportunities
2. Generous employee compensation & benefits packages