Quality Inspector
Quality Assurance
Shanghai, China
- Conduct first-article inspections of raw materials using engineering drawings, procurement specifications, and other technical documentation.
- Perform incoming inspections of raw materials and supplier-provided components in accordance with established quality procedures.
- Conduct in-process inspections of work-in-progress products to verify compliance with quality requirements.
- Perform final inspections of finished goods prior to shipment.
- Execute sampling inspections based on approved procedures and work instructions.
- Verify product dimensions, identify visual defects, and assess compliance against drawings, specifications, procedures, checklists, and customer requirements.
- Document inspection results accurately and support the resolution of quality-related issues.
- Collaborate with Quality Technicians, Quality Engineers, and Quality Supervisors to obtain disposition decisions for nonconforming materials.
- Assist with defect investigations, root cause analysis activities, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Prepare, maintain, and manage certificates of conformity and product testing documentation.
- Promote a culture of quality, safety, continuous learning, and operational excellence.
- Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and technical documentation.
- Working knowledge of standard inspection tools such as calipers, gauges, and other measurement equipment.
- Ability to perform inspections accurately and consistently in a manufacturing environment.
- English reading and writing skills sufficient to understand specifications, procedures, and quality documentation.
- Basic proficiency with office productivity software and electronic record-keeping systems.
- Effective communication and teamwork skills.
- Technical secondary school education, vocational training, or equivalent practical experience.
- Experience supporting quality inspection, manufacturing, or production-related activities.
- Experience performing incoming, in-process, first-article, or final inspections within a manufacturing environment.
- Familiarity with quality control procedures, inspection sampling methods, and product documentation requirements.
- Experience supporting corrective actions, defect analysis, or continuous improvement projects.
- Understanding of quality management principles and manufacturing best practices.
- Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams to solve quality-related challenges.
- Experience handling certificates of conformity, test reports, or other quality records.
- At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that phenomenal ideas come from great teams. Our dedication to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.
- We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing competitive benefits plans, a variety of medical insurance plans, Employee Assistance Program, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.
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We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world’s most complex problems — for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You’ll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.
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If you are a Quality Inspector professional looking for an opportunity to grow your career, this is an exciting opportunity to join Emerson and help ensure the quality, reliability, and compliance of products throughout the manufacturing process. In this role, you will perform inspections of raw materials, work-in-progress items, and finished products, support quality improvement initiatives, and help maintain the high standards our customers expect. Through collaboration with cross-functional teams, you will contribute to operational excellence while supporting Emerson’s commitment to innovation, integrity, collaboration, and inclusion.