Quality Inspector

Are you ready to join a company that values tradition, innovation, and excellence? At Midstate Spring, we are proud to be the last great American Springmaker, crafting precision springs since 1939. Our fully climate-controlled facility in Syracuse offers a comfortable work environment year-round. We provide comprehensive training, abundant career growth opportunities, and a collaborative team atmosphere. If you are passionate about quality, attention to detail, and making a tangible impact, Midstate Spring is the perfect place for you.

Job Summary:

The Quality Inspector plays a key role in supporting the Quality Manager and ensuring adherence to Midstate Spring's Quality Management System. This position is primarily responsible for conducting visual and dimensional inspections, monitoring quality throughout the production process, and accurately documenting inspection results. The Inspector helps identify and communicate process trends, supports lot control and traceability, and ensures that products meet internal and customer specifications. This role contributes to defect prevention, operational consistency, and overall product quality, while offering hands-on experience in precision spring manufacturing and the opportunity to directly support customer satisfaction and compliance.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Gather, record, and plot Statistical Process Control (SPC) data to monitor production quality trends.
• Document, track, and support the resolution of internal and external quality issues.
• Conduct root cause investigations and assist in implementing corrective and preventive actions.
• Conduct 100% inspection, sorting, and packaging of parts as required to meet customer quality standards.
• Create and maintain ISO documentation and support audit processes.
• Perform part inspections as assigned to verify conformance to specifications.
• Complete compliance requests from customers.
• Maintain general housekeeping standards within the quality work area and assist in other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Basic computer skills required, including Microsoft Office, email composition and other communication/collaborative tools.
• Must be able to type at least 45 words per minute.

Education and Experience:

• Associate's degree in a technical field or equivalent; relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of a formal degree.
• 1–3 years of manufacturing experience in an industrial environment.

Benefits:

Benefits include health, dental & life insurance, available the first of the month following date of hire. 401K (with match) is available January 1st or July 1st after 6 months of service. Paid Time Off (PTO) is awarded upon hire and on a quarterly basis. We offer opportunities for professional development and advancement, a dynamic

and supportive work environment with the chance to be part of a growing company committed to quality and sustainability.

Physical Requirements:

Lifting: 50 lbs.

Carrying: 50 lbs.

Pushing: 50 lbs.

Pulling: 50 lbs.

Standing: 40%

Walking: 5%

Sitting: 55%

If you enjoy hands-on work, possess a keen eye for detail, and are eager to learn, Midstate Spring could be the perfect place for you. Apply today to join our dedicated team and contribute to our mission of excellence in spring manufacturing.

EOE Statement:

Midstate Spring, Inc. is dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote employees without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

At Midstate Spring, we believe in equal opportunity for all. We are committed to ensuring that every individual, including those with disabilities, has the opportunity to apply for positions they are interested in and qualify for, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals so they can perform their job-related duties.

If you are interested in applying for an employment opportunity and require special assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact Amy Clifford at 315-437-2623.

If you enjoy hands-on work, possess a keen eye for detail, and are eager to learn, Midstate Spring could be the perfect place for you. Apply today to join our dedicated team and contribute to our mission of excellence in spring manufacturing.