Quality Inspector I 

LOCATION: Westminster / Maryland (US-MD), United States | BRAND: Knorr Brake Company | REQUISITION ID: 10611 | JOB GRADE:11  | ON-SITE/REMOTE: On-site 

Knorr Brake Company is the innovative leader in the manufacture and supply of braking systems, passenger doors and climate-control equipment for all types of Mass Transit customers such as: METRO, Light Rail Vehicles, High-Speed Trains, Commuter Rail and Monorail Vehicles for the North America market. We’re part of the Knorr-Bremse Group, the global leader in braking technologies. We challenge our employees to pursue their work with passion while keeping an unparalleled commitment to technological excellence, integrity and social responsibility.

Knorr-Brake Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Quality Inspector I performs repetitive and routine inspections, checks, tests and sampling procedures of standard parts, units, equipment, or materials.

Essential Functions:

•  Maintain a safe, clean and healthy environment and ensure the compliance with company's rules and policies.
•  Must be able to comply with quality, product safety, and HSE rules, guidelines and regulations.  Be energy conscious, if applicable.
•  Must understand and comply with applicable standards. ( i.e.: ISO 9001, ISO 22163, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 50001, AAR, and CMMI).
•  Maintain and safeguard business records.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       

Additional Essential Functions:  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
1. Good reasoning skills are required as well as knowledge of Knorr/Merak/IFE/Microellectrica documentation and specifications. 
2. Assist with or conduct process audits, customer PSI (Source Inspections), First Article Inspections (FAI). 
3. This position requires the ability to verify and document activities both on paper form as well as utizing computer software such as Word, Excel, Windchill and SAP.
4. Proper selection and use of precision measuring tools and equipment is required. 
5. Determines whether product is acceptable or rejected, initiates rejection notices (NCRs), and maintains accurate written records of the inspections performed, including the results. 

Competencies:  Technical
1. Working knowledge of GD&T
2. Blueprint reading 
3. Thorough understanding of measurement techniques & tools 
4. Ability to read and understand complex instructions. 

Competencies:   Core
1. Computer proficiency 
2. Ability to work individually and within a team. 
3. Critical thinking and problem solving.   

Required Education:

High School Diploma/GED

Required Experience:

1-2 Years Relevant Experience

Work Environment:

Sitting, Standing, Walking, Alternate Sitting or Standing at will, Crouching, Pushing or Pulling, Stooping, Reaching Overhead, Kneeling and Lifting or Carrying an maximum weight of 50 LBS. 

The anticipated wage scale for candidates who will work in Westminster, MD is $22.50 to $24.50 per hour. The final pay offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to the type and years of experience within the job, the type of years and experience within the industry and education. Knorr Brake Company is a multi-state employer, and this pay scale may not reflect positions that work in other states or locations. Provided they meet all eligibility requirements under the applicable plan documents, employees (and their eligible dependents) will be eligible to enroll in group healthcare plans that offer medical, dental, vision, and basic life and disability insurance. Employees also will be able to enroll in our company’s 401k plan. Employees will also receive 80 hours of vacation leave.Employees will also enjoy 12 paid holidays, and 1 floating holiday throughout the calendar year, subject to relevant terms outlined in the employee handbook. 6 weeks of paid parental leave will also be available for use. Requirements for these benefits will be controlled by applicable plan documents and policies. Employees working on federal contracts covered by the Federal Paid Sick Leave requirements will be notified and will receive benefits consistent and compliant with the FPSL requirements. Hired applicant will be able to purchase company stock, subject to the relevant plan documents and annual bonuses based on achievement of certain metrics. This is intended to provide a general description of benefits and other compensation and is not a substitute for applicable plan documents or company policies. Applications for this position are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Please note: At this time,  we are not able to offer immigration sponsorship for new hires. All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for current or future employment-based visa sponsorship.