Quality Inspector

Job Title: Quality Inspector Balance is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Quality Inspector to support product quality, supplier quality management, inspection coordination, and product compliance activities. This role will work closely with the Quality & Compliance Manager, overseas inspection teams, suppliers, and internal departments to help ensure products meet approved specifications, customer requirements, and applicable quality standards. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience in quality inspection and a strong understanding of quality control methodologies, technical documentation, and supplier communication. Experience in printing, packaging, consumer products, or manufacturing is preferred. Compensation: Compensation will be determined based on the selected candidate's experience, qualifications, and relevant expertise. Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Quality, Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field .
• Minimum 2 years of experience in quality inspection, quality assurance, quality control, or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of quality inspection processes, AQL standards, and quality control methodologies .
• Experience reviewing inspection reports, product specifications, test reports, or other technical documentation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and follow projects through to completion.
• Ability to communicate effectively with suppliers, inspection personnel, and internal teams.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally to supplier/factory locations as needed.
• Experience with regulatory or environmental requirements such as REACH, RoHS, FSC, or similar programs .
• Experience in the printing, packaging, consumer products, or manufacturing industry .
• Experience with CAPA, root cause analysis, supplier quality management, and/or corrective action processes.

Key Responsibilities

1. Inspections

o Conduct inspections of production samples, pre-production samples, approval samples, and other product samples received at the US office. o Inspect products against approved specifications, artwork, approved samples, workmanship requirements, packaging requirements, and customer-specific standards. o Perform AQL-based inspections and sampling activities as required. o Review production samples for defects, workmanship issues, dimensional concerns, packaging issues, and other quality requirements. o Clearly document inspection findings, photographs, measurements, and other relevant information. o Communicate quality concerns to the appropriate internal teams and suppliers. o Assist with investigation of customer complaints, product defects, and non-conformances.

1. Inspection Scheduling & Coordination

• Collect and review weekly production inspection schedules based on production status, shipment dates, customer requirements, and quality priorities.
• Coordinate inspection activities with overseas inspection teams, suppliers, and internal personnel.
• Monitor inspection completion and follow up on outstanding inspections or reports.
• Review inspection reports for completeness, accuracy, and potential quality concerns.
• Assist with improving the efficiency and consistency of Balance's inspection process.
• Conduct video-inspections as needed.

1. Supplier Support

• Communicate with manufacturing partners regarding inspection findings, quality concerns, corrective actions, and follow-up activities.
• Track corrective actions and verify completion of agreed-upon actions.
• Assist with identifying recurring quality issues and potential root causes.
• Support supplier quality improvement initiatives.
• Review supplier quality performance and identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
• Conduct or participate in supplier/factory visits and quality-related meetings as needed.

1. Product Compliance & Documentation

• Assist with reviewing REACH, RoHS, heavy metals, food-contact, product safety, and other applicable test reports, declarations, and certificates.
• Verify that reports and documentation correspond to the correct product, material, supplier, and applicable requirements.
• Monitor expiration dates and renewal requirements for applicable documents.
• Identify missing, expired, incomplete, or inconsistent documentation and escalate issues as appropriate.
• Develop knowledge of applicable regulatory and customer-specific requirements through training and hands-on experience.

1. Environmental & Sustainability Support

• Support the Quality & Compliance Manager with environmental and sustainability-related activities.
• Assist with maintaining FSC-related quality and compliance documentation.
• Support collection and organization of environmental and sustainability data.
• Assist with customer sustainability questionnaires and information requests.
• Support documentation and data collection for programs such as EcoVadis, CDP, and other sustainability initiatives.
• Develop knowledge of Balance's environmental and sustainability programs and requirements.

1. Factory & Regional Support

• Travel periodically to supplier and manufacturing facilities in the United States and internationally as needed.
• Participate in factory visits, supplier meetings, quality audits, production reviews, and other quality-related activities.

1. Balance Loyalty

• Champion Balance's interests and product quality above all, ensuring factory processes, production plans, and priorities align with our standards.
• Monitor mass production closely, flagging risks such as overproduction of non-priority items, improper use of equipment, or deviations that could impact Balance products.
• Serve as the trusted advocate for Balance at the factory, maintaining integrity and independence in all quality decisions.
• Make proactive recommendations to protect product quality, timelines, and brand reputation, even when it requires challenging the factory or suggesting corrective actions.

BENEFITS: Paid vacation 401K participation after 1 year of working for the Company Company Health Insurance offer available Company Description Balance, Inc. is a leader in the design and production of Luxury Packaging. We are defined by Innovation, Creativity, and relentless attention to detail. We provide a seamless experience for our customers from concept to delivery. Our team is professional, conscientious, and innovative and we are driven to grow our team and our company through each member's development. We define sustainability as a process, a movement, and a desire for continuous improvement by nurturing people and the world through advancement of the best ideas and highest standards. Company website: https://www.balanceink.com/ EEO Statement Balance, Inc. is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of, race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, handicap, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law. Job Type: Full-time Pay: 60,000 / year Job Type: Full-time Pay: $60,000.00 per year Benefits: 401(k) Health insurance Paid time off Education: High school or equivalent (Required) Experience: Quality Assurance: 2 years (Preferred) Microsoft Excel: 2 years (Preferred) Cosmetics/Printing: 1 year (Preferred) Work Location: In person