Quality Control Inspector

OverviewQuality Control Inspector (1st Shift) at Legrand, North America. Location: Mississauga, ON. The Quality Control (QC) Inspector is responsible for performing quality checks on incoming raw materials, in-process components, and finished products; ensuring items meet required specifications and standards prior to approval for use or shipment. The QC Inspector works closely with the production and quality teams to identify and resolve quality-related issues in a timely and effective manner.ResponsibilitiesCarry out quality assessment measures of all finished products, incoming raw materials, supplied materials, and components.Review plans, specifications, and blueprints to understand product requirements.Monitor production operations to ensure they meet quality and production standards.Recommend adjustments to the assembly or production process when necessary.Measure products using tools such as rulers, tape measures, calipers, combination squares, and other instruments, ensuring all tools are calibrated to standard references.Operate electronic inspection and software-based equipment for accurate assessments.Reject non-conforming incoming materials/components/painted boxes and report issues promptly to relevant personnel.Resolve quality-related issues while adhering to tight deadlines.Document inspection processes, including detailed reports and performance records.Recommend improvements to production processes to maintain quality standards.Guide the production team on quality issues to improve overall product quality.Monitor and inspect the production process at various stages.Accept or reject finished items based on inspection results.Remove defective products and materials from production or shipment.Report all inspection-related issues, including quality, quantity, and design discrepancies.Inspect, test, or measure materials or products during production.Collaborate with Management and QA in determining when a Non-Conformance Report (NCR) should be issued; assist in the creation and documentation of NCRs.Perform other duties as assigned.QualificationsHigh school diploma or GED required; Technical certification or associate degree in a related field (e.g., manufacturing, mechanical, or industrial technology) is a plus2+ years’ experience in quality inspection, preferably in a manufacturing or production environmentExperience with quality management systemsAble to work expected hours: 7:00am - 4:30pm Monday - Thursday, 7:00am - 12:00pm Friday; flexibility to cover other shifts is an assetStrong attention to detail and ability to identify defectsGood math skills for reporting data, measuring, calibrating, and interpreting specificationsCritical thinking skills to address production problems and propose quality improvementsPhysical stamina and ability to stand for extended periodsProficient in reading technical drawings, documents, and manualsHigh motivation to ensure products meet the highest standardsExperience in calibrating measurement tools and equipmentComputer literacy, including proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and report preparation; ability to learn and adapt to new software tools and digital systemsAbout LegrandLegrand is the global specialist in electrical and digital building infrastructures. Our solutions span residential, commercial, and data center markets. Legrand is a global, publicly traded company listed on Euronext (Legrand SA EPA: LR). For more information, visit www.legrandgroup.com/enLegrand, North & Central America (LNCA) offers comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, a high employer 401K match, PTO and holidays, short- and long-term disability, paid maternity and parental leave, bonus opportunities, volunteer time off, and an active Employee Resource Group network. For more information, visit legrand.usAbout Legrand’s Electrical Wiring Systems (EWS) division provides a complete line of residential, commercial, and industrial electrical wiring devices and related solutions. For more information, visit legrand.us/electrical wiring devicesEqual Opportunity Employer #J-18808-Ljbffr