Federal Signal Corporation · 1 day ago
Quality Inspector
Fayette, AL
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expFederal Signal Corporation is a leading global designer and manufacturer of products serving various sectors. The Quality Inspector is responsible for ensuring that dump body products meet all quality, engineering, and customer requirements throughout the assembly and paint processes, working closely with production and engineering teams to identify defects and support continuous improvement.
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Responsibilities
Inspect dump body assemblies at multiple stages of production, including:
Frames, floors, side walls, tailgates, and subassemblies
Hoists, cylinders, hinges, mounts, brackets, and reinforcements
Verify dimensional accuracy, tolerances, alignment, and fit-up per engineering drawings
Perform visual inspections of welds for quality, penetration, completeness, and defects (cracks, porosity, undercut, etc.)
Ensure components are correctly installed and secured according to work instructions
Inspect dump bodies before, during, and after the paint process to ensure compliance with specifications
Verify proper surface preparation, including:
Cleaning, blasting, or grinding as required
Removal of oil, rust, scale, weld spatter, and contaminants
Confirm masking and protection of non-painted components and critical surfaces
Inspect paint application for:
Correct coating type, color, and finish
Proper film thickness and coverage
Uniform appearance, adhesion, and cure
Identify and document paint defects such as:
Runs, sags, drips, fisheyes, pinholes, dry spray, overspray, blistering, or peeling
Verify final appearance meets company and customer cosmetic standards prior to shipment
Read and interpret engineering drawings, paint specifications, BOMs, and work instructions
Complete inspection checklists, quality records, and final acceptance documentation
Accurately document nonconformances related to fabrication, assembly, or paint
Communicate quality concerns clearly to production, paint supervisors, and quality leadership
Identify defects or deviations from specifications at any stage of assembly or paint
Initiate and document nonconformance reports (NCRs)
Support root cause analysis and corrective action implementation
Verify rework and corrective actions prior to product release
Perform inspections in accordance with company safety policies and procedures
Follow all PPE and safety requirements, especially in paint booth and coating areas
Support compliance with ISO, customer, and regulatory quality standards, if applicable
Provide feedback on recurring assembly or paint quality issues
Assist with internal audits and continuous improvement initiatives
Support training by identifying common workmanship or coating-related defects
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or GED required; technical or vocational training preferred
2+ years of experience in manufacturing, fabrication, assembly, or paint inspection
Experience with welded steel structures or heavy equipment preferred
Ability to read and interpret fabrication, assembly, and paint drawings/specifications
Working knowledge of welding processes and common weld defects
Basic understanding of industrial paint systems and surface preparation methods
Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
Ability to use measuring and inspection tools (tape measures, calipers, gauges)
Basic computer skills for documentation and reporting
Ability to stand, walk, bend, climb, and inspect large assemblies for extended periods
Ability to lift up to 40–50 pounds with or without assistance
Ability to work in a manufacturing and paint shop environment with noise, fumes, and temperature variations
Preferred
Experience inspecting dump bodies, truck bodies, trailers, or heavy equipment
Paint inspection experience or coating thickness measurement experience
Welding or coating inspection certifications (CWI, NACE, or similar) are a plus but not required
Company
Federal Signal Corporation
Federal Signal Corporation (NYSE: FSS) builds and delivers equipment of unmatched quality that moves material, cleans infrastructure, and protects the communities where we work and live.
1001-5000 employees
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Leadership Team
Jennifer Sherman
President and Chief Executive Officer
Felix Boeschen
Vice President - Corporate Strategy & Investor Relations
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