Final Inspector

FEUER Powertrain North America is the U.S. subsidiary of a leading German crankshaft manufacturer, producing two out of every three crankshafts worldwide for premier automotive brands including Mercedes-Benz, GM, BMW, Volkswagen, Audi, Renault, Jaguar, Bentley, Rolls-Royce, Aston Martin, Ferrari, Maserati, Lamborghini, and many others.

At our North American facility, we manufacture high-precision crankshafts for customers such as Mercury Marine, Polaris, and other industry leaders.

At FEUER Powertrain, our employees are the foundation of our success. We are committed to providing a safety-focused workplace, competitive compensation, career advancement opportunities, and long-term professional development.

If you have an exceptional attitude, outstanding work ethic, and want to be part of a team producing high-precision crankshafts for leading global automotive and powersports manufacturers - We invite you to apply and build your career with FEUER Powertrain.

Why Work at FEUER Powertrain North America?

FEUER values the health, wellness, and financial security of every employee by offering:

• 85% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 100% employer-paid life insurance and long-term disability coverage
• 5% employer-matched 401(k) retirement plan
• PPO and HDHP medical plan options with tax-advantaged Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Nine (9) employer-paid holidays
• Seven (7) days of planned plant shutdown paid at 50%
• Industry-leading Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Medical Leave available after 30 days of employment
• Clean, climate-controlled, state-of-the-art manufacturing environment

Final Inspector

The Final Inspector is responsible for inspecting finished crankshafts to ensure conformance to engineering specifications, quality standards, and customer requirements prior to packaging and shipment. This role serves as the final quality checkpoint by performing detailed visual and dimensional inspections, identifying nonconforming products, and ensuring only approved parts are released to the customer.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform final inspection of completed crankshafts prior to packaging and shipment to ensure compliance with all quality standards.
• Approve outgoing parts by verifying specifications through detailed visual and dimensional inspections.
• Verify part dimensions using precision measuring tools including micrometers, calipers, gauges, and specialized inspection equipment.
• Conduct visual inspections to detect surface defects, damage, or other nonconforming features.
• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, control plans, and work instructions to understand product requirements and tolerances.
• Confirm finished products meet all specifications prior to final release.
• Identify nonconforming parts and segregate them according to quality procedures.
• Reject and return unacceptable products to production for rework, clearly documenting the reason for rejection.
• Reinspect reworked parts to confirm corrections meet required specifications before approval.
• Document inspection results accurately in quality systems, reports, and production logs, including pass/fail status, scrap, and rework data.
• Ensure traceability and proper labeling of finished crankshafts.
• Notify supervisors and quality personnel of defects, trends, or recurring quality concerns.
• Frequent handling, positioning, and movement of metal components.
• Maintain measurement and inspection equipment by following proper handling and operating instructions.
• Keep the inspection area clean, organized, and audit-ready in alignment with 5S and quality standards.
• Assist with layered process audits and additional quality checks as assigned.
• Maintain a safe and healthy work environment by following company safety procedures, quality standards, and regulatory requirements.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience using precision measuring instruments such as micrometers, calipers, and gauges.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and technical instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Basic computer skills with the ability to document inspection results and maintain records.
• Near Visual Acuity level J1 evaluated at 14-16 inches, with or without corrective lenses.
• Distance Visual Acuity minimum 20/30, with or without corrective lenses.
• Ability to stand for extended periods during 8–12-hour shifts.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.
• Ability to work safely in a production environment with exposure to noise, moving machinery, and metal materials.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 1–3 years of experience in final inspection, manufacturing, or a machining environment.
• Knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) concepts.
• Familiarity with automotive or precision manufacturing quality standards and processes.
• Previous experience in a final inspection, quality technician, or quality assurance role.