Materials Acceptance Examiner #3573097

Job Title: Materials Acceptance Examiner

Location: Avoca, IA

Salary Compensation: $42,000 - 58,000 (Salary commensurate with experience.)

Work Location: On-Site Only (Not remote or hybrid)

Job Type: Direct Hire

Industry: Manufacturing

Company Size: 200-700 million in annual revenue

Keys to Job: High-school diploma or GED; precision measurement tool proficiency; strong attention to detail and communication skills; ERP and Microsoft Office familiarity; ability to work independently with good organizational and problem-solving abilities. Forklift/crane experience preferred.

Job Description

This quality-focused role inspects incoming shipments, verifies compliance with engineering specifications, and ensures only conforming materials enter production while supporting audits and nonconformance resolution.

Core Responsibilities

·      Inspecting and testing incoming components using precision tools (calipers, micrometers, height gauges, fixed gauges) against drawings and purchase orders.

·      Identifying, tagging, and quarantining nonconforming materials while communicating issues promptly to purchasing and quality teams.

·      Performing first-article inspections on new or newly sourced products and assisting with supplier and internal audits.

·      Maintaining calibration status of all inspection equipment and ensuring rejected material areas remain organized.

·      Supporting document control, work-instruction updates, and receiving activities including counting, measuring, and verification of shipments.

·      Promoting 5S standards, error-free work, and proactive quality policy support throughout daily activities.

Position Requirements

High-school diploma or GED; 1-3 months related experience preferred. Strong attention to detail, communication skills, and proficiency with Microsoft Office and ERP systems. Experience with measurement tools and overhead crane/forklift operation preferred (training provided).

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Regular standing, walking, heavy lifting, and exposure to moving parts and moderate-to-loud noise. Reasonable accommodations available.