Quality Inspector Lead (ITA) - Vonore, TN - $17-$19hr (Carlex)

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About the Role

QuickHire is seeking an experienced Quality Inspector Lead (ITA) to support inspection operations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This leadership role is responsible for overseeing inspection workflow, supporting quality initiatives, monitoring inspector performance, and ensuring compliance with customer requirements and quality standards. The position plays a key role in maintaining product quality, driving continuous improvement, and supporting Project Coordinators through coaching and operational oversight.

Responsibilities

• Monitor inspection team workflow to ensure compliance with customer-specific quality standards.
• Evaluate inspector performance and provide feedback to Project Coordinators.
• Support quality planning, assembly, and inspection processes.
• Ensure proper control, documentation, and segregation of non-conforming and scrap materials.
• Coordinate with logistics to maintain accurate material flow and inventory control.
• Perform scrap analysis and reporting.
• Assist with Layered Process Audits (LPA).
• Support calibration verification and inspection equipment control.
• Maintain accurate inspection records in accordance with Quality Management System (QMS) requirements.
• Participate in corrective and preventive action (CAPA) activities.
• Support document control and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Participate in internal quality audits.

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical training in manufacturing or quality systems.
• QMS, ISO, or AS9102 certification is a plus.

• Minimum 2–3 years of manufacturing or plant experience.
• 2–3 years of team leadership experience.
• Experience using precision inspection tools, including:
• Calipers
• Micrometers
• Pin Gauges
• Height Gauges
• Strong understanding of quality inspection principles, calibration, and measurement techniques.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and quality reporting.
• Comfortable working in a manufacturing or warehouse environment while following safety standards.