Quality Control Inspector in New Castle, Delaware at Zenith Home Corp

Quality Control Inspector-2nd Shift 3 PM-11:30 PM

Position Summary

The Quality Control Inspector is responsible for performing in-process and final inspections of manufactured and purchased components to ensure compliance with engineering specifications, customer requirements, and internal quality standards. This role supports defect reduction, process compliance, and continuous improvement within a high-volume manufacturing environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

(Essential functions include, but are not limited to the following):

• Perform in-process and final inspections of assemblies, materials, packaging, and finished goods in accordance with written inspection procedures, work instructions, and sampling plans
• Review and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, bills of material (BOMs), work orders, and quality documentation
• Conduct first article, first-run, random, and hourly inspections per quality standards
• Use measuring and inspection equipment including tape measures, digital calipers, gauges, meters, and scales
• Identify, document, and report nonconforming material using Defective Material Reports (DMRs)
• Verify material availability and accuracy during production set-up and changeovers
• Assess aesthetic and functional quality, determine defect classification, and quantify defect levels
• Stop or escalate production activity when major non-compliance or quality risks are identified
• Communicate quality issues to Quality, Engineering, and Production leadership in a timely manner
• Support rework, sorting, containment, and corrective action activities
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, audits, and investigations
• Maintain accurate inspection records and quality documentation
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support operational and quality objectives

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in a manufacturing quality, inspection, or production environment
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and inspection instructions
• Proficient in the use of mechanical measuring devices
• Basic computer proficiency (data entry, inspection records, reports)
• Strong attention to detail with solid analytical and problem-solving skills
• Basic math skills and accurate color vision
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and inspect products for extended periods

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience with in-process inspection, final inspection, or quality auditing
• Experience in assembly, plastics, metal, or consumer product manufacturing
• Familiarity with sampling plans, quality standards, and corrective action processes

Competencies

• Quality-focused and detail-oriented
• Clear written and verbal communication
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Organized with strong documentation discipline
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced production environment

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, moving equipment, and production lines
• Standing and walking for extended periods
• Manual handling of parts and inspection tools
• Occasional off-site work may be required

Mayzon offers a competitive health care benefits package, a 401(k) plan, paid vacations and holidays, employee discounts, among other fringe benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Drug Free Workplace

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in a manufacturing quality, inspection, or production environment
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and inspection instructions
• Proficient in the use of mechanical measuring devices
• Basic computer proficiency (data entry, inspection records, reports)
• Strong attention to detail with solid analytical and problem-solving skills
• Basic math skills and accurate color vision
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and inspect products for extended periods