Vulcan Elements
Quality Inspector
Research Triangle Park, NC +1 · Full-time · Posted Sep 29, 2026
- Location
- Research Triangle Park, NC
Durham, North Carolina, United States - Experience
- 2+ years; no alternatives stated.
- Visa sponsorship
- Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export-controlled information or facilities.
About the job
Supports pilot magnet manufacturing and development programs by establishing quality controls, inspecting and testing products, maintaining traceable records, and releasing development samples.
What you'll do
- Create and maintain SOPs, work instructions, inspection methods, and quality records; translate requirements into practical quality controls.
- Assess pilot processes and products, document deviations, support investigations and corrective actions, and guide staff on quality practices.
- Inspect and test development samples, maintain traceability, and compile quality release packages before shipment.
What they ask for
- 2+ years of hands-on experience in a manufacturing, pilot, laboratory, inspection, or quality environment.
- Experience creating or updating SOPs, work instructions, inspection methods, or other controlled quality documentation.
- Experience performing inspections or quality testing and maintaining clear, traceable records.
- Ability to read and apply engineering drawings, specifications, acceptance criteria, and documented test or inspection requirements; must be a U.S. Person.
Nice to have
- Associate degree or higher in Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Chemistry, Materials Science, or a related field.
- Pilot manufacturing, product development, or scale-up experience; familiarity with QMS/ISO 9001 or IATF 16949, business or laboratory data systems, precision manufacturing, or relevant ASQ certification.
Tools
ISO 9001, IATF 16949, ERP, MES, QMS, Microsoft Office, Excel, ASQ Certified Quality Technician (CQT)
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