Lead Inspector

Lead Inspector - Amherst, NY

We are looking for a Lead Inspector for our Amherst, NY facility. In this role you will oversee all activities and interactions of Inspectors within the manufacturing system to ensure Oerlikon’s productivity and quality goals are met. Plan and assign work, implement policies and procedures along with improvement recommendations from production methods, equipment, operating procedures and working conditions.

We offer:

Aside from a dynamic global culture and leading market position, we are proud to offer our employees development opportunities, competitive salary and a robust benefit program ALL available on first day of employment!

The perks and benefits of working at Oerlikon include the following:

• Comprehensive medical and prescription drug plan with low premiums, company sponsored HSA contributions and without cumbersome waiting periods to keep you going strong.
• Excellent Dental and Vision coverage.
• Employee Assistance, Financial and Wellness programs to help improve all aspects of your life journey.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with significant company match and financial planning and education options to help you achieve your retirement goals
• Tuition reimbursement and internal education resources to satisfy your love of learning so you can continue to grow with us!
• Generous paid time off to support your physical and mental wellbeing.
• 12 paid company holidays to occasionally extend your weekends or time off.
• 100% company paid life insurance and disability insurance
• Employee Referral Bonus program because why not to bring your friends to work everyday!

Your Responsibilities:

• Oversight of all fundamental lab operations for equipment, supply, outputs, etc.
• Train inspectors in Quality procedures
• Weekly meeting with Center Core team (Plant Manager, Operations Manager, Quality, Service, others)
• Oversee and assist with inspectors’ daily activities
• Support inspection and testing when required
• Perform investigations regarding non-conformances in quality; make recommendations for permanent corrective actions.
• Identify continuous improvements in area of responsibility
• Ensures effective employee relations through communication and strong teamwork leadership
• Demonstrate strong and consistent support for workplace safety, especially with Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and procedures. Set the example by supporting initiatives, actively engaging every inspector in Oerlikon’s safety culture, and exceeding Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) objectives.
• Supports Quality Management System in maintaining ISO 9001 standard requirements
• Enforces area housekeeping standards.
• Other responsibilities as assigned

Your Profile:

• Associate’s degree preferably in Quality or Material Science (equivalent experience may substitute)
• 2+ years of experience in a Inspection role within a manufacturing and/or production environment
• 1+ year of experience implementing and executing ISO 9001:2015 standard is required
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