Quality Inspector & Packer

Job Details: Level: Experienced, Job Location: Oakworks Inc - New Freedom, PA, Position Type: Part Time, Education Level: High School, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Travel Percentage: None, Job Shift: 2nd, Job Category: QA - Quality Control, Why Oakworks?  

Oakworks has been a family owned and operated company for over 45 years that produces world class medical and spa equipment in our modern factory. Our commitment to making high quality, innovative products has made us a leading manufacturer of medical and spa tables. 

Oakworks not only focuses on the quality of our products,but also cares about our employees. We are an employee centered workplace and hold multiple company events for employees to show our appreciation. 

Enjoy a 4-day workweek! Regular work hours are Monday- Thursday, 10 hours/day!

Additional benefits include:

Medical
Dental
401k Match
Company paid vision
Company paid Short Term Disability and Long Term Disability 
Company paid life insurance
Company paid Spouse and dependent life insurance
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Paid holidays

The Quality Inspector / Packer is a hybrid role supporting both the Quality Assurance and Production teams. This position is responsible for inspecting incoming, in-process, and finished products to ensure compliance with quality standards while also supporting production by assembling, packing, and preparing products for shipment.

This role helps ensure that Oakworks products meet company quality standards and customer expectations through accurate inspections, proper documentation, and efficient packaging and shipping preparation.

Key Responsibilities:

Quality Responsibilities

Perform inspection of incoming materials, work-in-process (WIP), subassemblies, and finished products.
Inspect materials from Mill and Metal departments and verify conformance to specifications.
Identify and properly document nonconforming materials or products.
Assist in coordinating and processing nonconformance disposition activities.
Maintain accurate and complete quality records following Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
Support quality performance tracking for production and suppliers.
Collaborate with Quality Engineers and Production teams to address quality concerns.
Perform necessary inventory and quality system transactions.
Production & Packing Responsibilities

Prepare finished products and components for shipment including medical, spa, and massage tables.
Align and stage finished products for packing and shipment.
Collect, verify, and scan required documentation.
Assemble and verify parts and accessories according to packing lists.
Install braces and required packing components.
Box finished frames and protect components using bubble wrap and packing materials.
Secure packaging by taping, strapping, and labeling shipments

Qualifications: Qualifications:

Education:       Must have High school diploma or equivalent.

Experience:     Preferred 1–2 years of quality inspection experience in a manufacturing environment. Experience reading work instructions, engineering drawings, and tolerances. Hands-on experience with inspection and measurement tools preferred.

Technical Skills:

Preferred experience using tools such as:

Calipers
Height gauges
Dial indicators
Multimeters
Inspection fixtures
Electrical testing equipment

Additional skills:

Basic computer proficiency (Microsoft Office and scanning systems)
Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations
Knowledge of manufacturing processes including machining and welding inspection preferred

Physical Requirements & Work Environment:

Ability to stand, walk, or move throughout the shift
Lift up to 50 lbs regularly
Operate hand tools up to 10 lbs repeatedly
Frequent bending, reaching, and stretching
Ability to distinguish colors
Work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to:

Wood dust
Metal dust
Lacquer and finishing materials

Work in environments with seasonal temperature variations

Equal Opportunity Employer and M/F/Vets/Disability