Quality Inspector

Job Overview

In this role, you will be responsible for conducting in-process and final inspections, interpreting technical specifications, and maintaining detailed documentation. Your expertise will be critical in upholding quality assurance and ensuring smooth production operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspection & Verification:

  • Execute in-process and final inspections following established guidelines.

  • Determine appropriate inspection methods and set up requirements, especially for first article parts.

• Quality Control Authority:

  • Exercise the authority to halt production to prevent further processing of defective parts.

• Documentation & Reporting:

  • Maintain accurate records of inspection results and complete all required quality assurance forms.

  • Produce clear and meaningful reports on quality metrics and findings.

• Equipment Calibration:

  • Oversee and manage calibration programs to monitor and control production and quality control gauges.

Required Knowledge & Skills

• Technical Expertise:

  • Solid foundation in mechanical and mathematical inspection principles.

  • Familiarity with ISO specifications, quality standards, and Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T).

  • Proficient in reading and interpreting blueprints and technical drawings.

• Measurement & Instrumentation:

  • Skilled in programming Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM) for automated part verification.

  • Proficiency with hand-held gauging tools, including micrometers, thread gauges, dial indicators, vernier calipers, height gauges, internal/external thread gauges, ID/OD micrometers, and bore gauges.

• Data Management:

  • Competent in documenting inspection data using computer systems and generating analytical reports.

• Interpersonal & Organizational Skills:

  • Ability to work effectively in a team environment alongside machinists and engineers.

  • Capable of coordinating inspection plans, working with minimal supervision, and maintaining strong communication with internal and external stakeholders.

Position Requirements

• **Education: **Associate’s Degree in a relevant field.

• Experience:

  • 0–2 years of quality control experience in a manufacturing environment, including exposure to metrology.

  • Experience as the primary operator/programmer of both stationary and portable CMMs.

  • Demonstrated ability to read and interpret both single-part and assembly drawings.

• Preferred Experience:

  • Working knowledge of PC-DMIS software.

  • Basic understanding of metallurgy and instrument calibration.

Physical Demands

• General Requirements:

  • Ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 30 pounds frequently, and up to 10 pounds constantly.

  • Tasks involve reaching, fine motor activities (typing, using hand tools), and precise visual inspection.

  • Must be comfortable working near moving parts, vehicles, or electrical sources, with strict adherence to safety protocols.

Salary info:

$18 - $25 / hr