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Quality Inspector

United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 30 Jun 2026

About the role

At Greenbrier, we do the hard work that matters. The Greenbrier Companies (NYSE:GBX) is powering the movement of products around the world as a leading designer, manufacturer and supplier of freight rail transportation equipment and services.

Greenbrier’s heritage of hard work and industrial innovation is celebrated at every level of our organization. We structure our business to support teams that deliver innovative solutions for our customers while positively impacting the world around us.

Greenbrier’s success begins with people. We believe in supporting our global workforce through our unwavering attention to Safety, Quality, Respect for People and Customer Satisfaction. Our Inclusion, Diversity, Engagement, Access and Leadership (IDEAL) commitment is rooted in these values, which lead to a culture where employees are engaged and feel good about coming to work every day.

Summary

The Quality Assurance Inspector aids in ensuring high quality and efficiency in our daily work operations, while maintaining safety regulations and requirements. The quality control inspector performs visual inspections of inbound purchased parts, raw material, in-process assemblies, final inspection, and product conformity, at predetermined inspection areas throughout the facility.

Duties and Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform the following essential duties satisfactorily. Other duties may be assigned to address business needs and changing business practices.

Accurately inspects and documents results of visual testing.
Identifies, communicates, and records defects
Verifies repairs and re-work have been completed and meet quality standards
Reviews in-process documentation for accuracy and completion
Monitors area of responsibility for parts identification, measuring and test gauge control, and correct lot information for in-process assemblies
Works with outside inspectors as needed

Qualifications

The following generally describes requirements to successfully perform the assigned duties.

Minimum Qualifications

Ability to keep accurate records in a fast-paced environment
Ability to accurately complete and document visual inspection
Ability to follow written procedures
Ability to work under minimal supervision
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively
Proficient in computer applications including Microsoft Outlook
Ability to obtain NDT Certification within first year of employment

Preferred Qualifications

1+ years manufacturing experience
1+ years experience in quality assurance, welding, or coatings
Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint and SmartSheet

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

With the exception of clerical, administrative, and some management positions, which require indoor work, the physical environment requires the employee to work both inside and outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, dry/arid, and dusty conditions.
Employees are required to use personal protective equipment as environmental conditions dictate.

Physical Activities and Requirements

Frequency Key

Not Applicable: Activity is not applicable to this occupation

Occasionally: Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0- 2.5+ hours/day)

Frequently: Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5: 5.5+ hours/day)

Constantly: Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hours/day)

Working Postures