Johnson Controls · Bengaluru
Manufacturing & Operations
About Us
Johnson Controls, a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization, helps customers use energy more productively, reduce carbon emissions, and operate with the precision and resilience required in rapidly expanding industries such as data centers, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, advanced manufacturing, and higher education.
For more than 140 years, Johnson Controls has delivered performance where it really matters. Backed by advanced technology, lifecycle services and an industry-leading field organization, we elevate customer performance, turn goals into real-world results and help move society forward.
Position Summary
The Quality Inspector is responsible for performing in-process and final inspections of sprinkler products to ensure compliance with engineering drawings, specifications, work instructions, quality standards, regulatory requirements, and customer expectations. This role verifies product conformity throughout manufacturing, identifies defects and nonconformances, documents inspection results, and supports continuous improvement efforts to ensure safe, reliable, and high-quality products.
The Quality Inspector is expected to make inspection and product acceptance decisions based on engineering drawings, specifications, and approved procedures rather than verbal instructions, assumptions, or historical practices.
Essential Responsibilities
• Perform in-process, final, and package product inspections throughout manufacturing operations.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, specifications, travelers, work instructions, control plans, and quality procedures.
• Verify product characteristics, assembly configurations, markings, orientations, dimensions, and critical features against engineering requirements.
• Inspect product components including deflectors, frames, bulbs, links, hooks, struts, buttons, seals, threads, coatings, labels, and packaging.
• Verify product identification, part numbers, date codes, temperature ratings, and labeling accuracy.
• Ensure product assemblies meet documented workmanship and acceptance standards.
• Use inspection equipment such as thread ring gauges, paint cards, QA stamps, and other quality verification tools.
• Verify dimensional, visual, and functional requirements according to established standards and acceptance criteria.
• Conduct audits of production processes to verify compliance with procedures and quality requirements.
• Ensure inspection and acceptance decisions are based on documented requirements and current revisions of drawings and specifications.
• Identify, document, and communicate nonconforming material, product defects, and process deviations.
• Initiate or support containment activities when nonconforming conditions are
discovered.
• Stop and escalate quality concerns that could impact customer requirements, product performance, or regulatory compliance.
• Review work orders, travelers, labels, and packaging documentation for accuracy and compliance.
• Verify pallet quantities, product traceability, and shipment readiness.
• Maintain accurate inspection records and quality documentation.
• Assist with investigations, root cause analysis, corrective actions, and continuous improvement activities.
• Support internal, customer, and regulatory audits as required.
• Work closely with production, engineering, manufacturing support, and quality personnel to resolve quality issues.
• Follow all quality system requirements and company safety policies.
Required Knowledge and Skills
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply engineering drawings, blueprints, specifications, travelers, and work instructions.
• Understanding of dimensional tolerances, engineering notes, and revision control.
• Ability to compare manufactured products to blueprint requirements and identify nonconformances.
• Knowledge of manufacturing inspection techniques and quality principles.
• Ability to accurately use inspection equipment, gauges, and measuring devices.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify defects and nonconforming conditions.
• Ability to make objective quality decisions based on documented requirements.
• Strong problem-solving, observation, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Basic computer skills and ability to complete electronic or paper quality records.
Preferred Qualifications
• Experience in manufacturing or quality inspection environment.
• Experience reading engineering drawings and manufacturing specifications.
• Familiarity with quality systems, auditing techniques, and root cause analysis methods.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001, UL, FM, or other regulatory requirements is beneficial.
Physical Requirements
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the workday.
• Ability to perform detailed visual inspections of small components and assemblies.
• Ability to safely lift up to 25 pounds using proper lifting techniques.
• Ability to safely work in a manufacturing environment around production equipment, forklifts, and material handling activities.
• Ability to perform repetitive inspection activities while maintaining attention to detail.
Required PPE
• Safety Glasses
• Safety Shoes
• Nitrile Gloves (when required)
• Hearing Protection (when required)
Key Performance Measures
• Inspection accuracy
• Defect detection effectiveness
• Compliance with quality procedures and specifications
• Documentation accuracy and completeness
• Timely identification and escalation of quality concerns
• Support of continuous improvement initiatives
• Contribution to customer satisfaction and product quality performance
Reporting Relationship
Reports to: Quality Supervisor, Quality Manager, or designated Quality Leadership
Hiring Hourly Range
$20.00 - $22.00 (Hourly rate to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.) This position includes a competitive benefits package. The posted salary range reflects the target compensation for this role. However, we recognize that exceptional candidates may bring unique skills and experiences that exceed the typical profile. If you believe your background warrants consideration beyond the stated range, we encourage you to apply. To support an efficient and fair hiring process, we may use technology assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to help identify and evaluate candidates. All hiring decisions are ultimately made by human reviewers. For details, please visit the About Us tab on the Johnson Controls Careers site at https://jobs.johnsoncontrols.com/about-us
Johnson Controls International plc. is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a qualified individual with a disability or any other characteristic protected by law. To view more information about your equal opportunity and non-discrimination rights as a candidate, visit EEO is the Law. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation during the application process, please visit here.