Posted June 20, 2026
Quality Control Inspector
The Dixon Group
Dallas, NC 28034, United States
Full Time
Reference: The Dixon Group_QUALI008111
Quality Control Inspector
Location: 2925 Chief Court, Dallas, NC 28034
Work Hours: 6:30 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday through Friday
Competitive Compensation
Make the Right Connection-Build Your Career with Dixon!
Dixon Quick Coupling, a division of The Dixon Group, is seeking a Quality Control Inspector to join our team in Dallas, NC! In this role, you'll play a key part in ensuring our manufactured products meet rigorous quality standards while supporting our ISO 9001 compliance efforts.
If you're detail-oriented, hands-on, and passionate about continuous improvement in a manufacturing environment, we encourage you to apply.
At Dixon Quick Coupling, we value the contributions of our Military Veterans and proudly employ our nation's heroes. Veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.
What You'll Do:
What We're Looking for:
What We Offer:
Who We Are: The Dixon Group is a global, family-owned manufacturing company with a history of over 100 years of operation in the U.S.A. Based in Chestertown, Maryland, with distribution centers located worldwide. The company has a diverse workforce and a strong values-based culture. As an innovator in the hose coupling industry, our mission is to provide real solutions for our customers while fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment.
Join us and be a part of a team that values your contributions and supports your goals!
The Dixon Group is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices and laws. Accordingly, to the fullest extent required by applicable law, The Dixon Group strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons.
The Dixon Group is committed to protecting the privacy rights of its employees and job applicants to the fullest extent required by applicable law. To that end, personal information will be collected solely for those legitimate business purposes recognized by law, and then maintained in a manner consistent with all applicable laws and regulations pertaining to document retention requirements. The Dixon Group does not sell personal information to third parties, and does not share such personal information with third parties except when authorized by law to do so (e.g., in response to a lawful subpoena; mandatory tax reporting; etc.)
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
Location: 2925 Chief Court, Dallas, NC 28034
Work Hours: 6:30 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday through Friday
Competitive Compensation
Make the Right Connection-Build Your Career with Dixon!
Dixon Quick Coupling, a division of The Dixon Group, is seeking a Quality Control Inspector to join our team in Dallas, NC! In this role, you'll play a key part in ensuring our manufactured products meet rigorous quality standards while supporting our ISO 9001 compliance efforts.
If you're detail-oriented, hands-on, and passionate about continuous improvement in a manufacturing environment, we encourage you to apply.
At Dixon Quick Coupling, we value the contributions of our Military Veterans and proudly employ our nation's heroes. Veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.
What You'll Do:
- Perform incoming inspections of externally sourced metal components using precision tools (calipers, micrometers, gauges, optical comparators)
- Verify compliance with engineering drawings, specifications, and applicable standards
- Identify, document, and properly quarantine nonconforming materials
- Train under a Quality Assurance Specialist in metrology practices
- Help ensure calibration compliance aligned with ISO 9001 requirements
- Progress toward owning the metrology function
- Operate testing equipment (including CNG Series Test and HKAUTO systems) after training
- Maintain accurate test documentation and records
- Investigate defects and identify root causes using tools such as 5 Whys, Fishbone, 8D, and FMEA
- Partner with cross-functional teams to implement corrective actions
- Contribute to Lean, Six Sigma, and other improvement initiatives
- Maintain accurate quality records in compliance with ISO 9001
- Prepare reports, including non-conformance and corrective action summaries
- Present updates to the Operations Team
- Work closely with production, engineering, supply chain, and suppliers to ensure quality standards are met
- Provide guidance and training to team members on inspection methods and quality practices
What We're Looking for:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 3-5 years of experience in manufacturing, machining, or quality inspection
- Hands-on experience using precision measurement tools and inspection equipment
- Strong knowledge of machining processes and metal components
- Solid math skills, including geometry and basic statistics
- Proficiency with spreadsheets and standard office software
- Experience with optical comparators and advanced inspection tools
- Familiarity with ERP systems
- Understanding of ISO 9001 standards and quality systems
- Strong attention to detail and analytical thinking
- Problem-solving mindset with a root cause approach
- Effective communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to work hands-on in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
What We Offer:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family
- Competitive salary
- Bonus programs
- 401K retirement plan
- Training opportunities
- Tuition reimbursement
- Paid vacation, PTO, and holidays
- Gym reimbursements, and more!
Who We Are: The Dixon Group is a global, family-owned manufacturing company with a history of over 100 years of operation in the U.S.A. Based in Chestertown, Maryland, with distribution centers located worldwide. The company has a diverse workforce and a strong values-based culture. As an innovator in the hose coupling industry, our mission is to provide real solutions for our customers while fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment.
Join us and be a part of a team that values your contributions and supports your goals!
The Dixon Group is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices and laws. Accordingly, to the fullest extent required by applicable law, The Dixon Group strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons.
The Dixon Group is committed to protecting the privacy rights of its employees and job applicants to the fullest extent required by applicable law. To that end, personal information will be collected solely for those legitimate business purposes recognized by law, and then maintained in a manner consistent with all applicable laws and regulations pertaining to document retention requirements. The Dixon Group does not sell personal information to third parties, and does not share such personal information with third parties except when authorized by law to do so (e.g., in response to a lawful subpoena; mandatory tax reporting; etc.)
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
