What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Inspector position at Forkardt Hardinge?
Job Title: Quality Inspector
Department: Operations
Location: Forkardt Hardinge ? Elmira NY (Onsite)
Shift: Various Shifts
Employment Type: Full-Time
Exemption Status: Non-Exempt
Company Overview
Forkardt Hardinge is a leading provider of precision manufacturing solutions and tooling systems. We are committed to delivering high-quality products and exceptional service to our customers in the machining and manufacturing industries. Our team is dedicated to innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Position Overview
The Quality Inspector is responsible for ensuring the quality of machined parts and assemblies through thorough inspection and adherence to quality standards. This position plays a key role in maintaining product integrity and meeting customer expectations.
Key Responsibilities
Follow standardized procedures and instructions for in-process and final inspections across a wide variety of customized parts and assemblies with very close tolerances and specifications.
Determine method of inspection and set up requirements on first article parts. Prepare and maintain all required Quality Assurance forms.
Program CMM for automated part verification and be familiar with the use of all inspection hand gauging including but not limited to; micrometers, thread gauges, dial indicators, vernier calipers, height gauges, internal and external thread gauges, ID/OD mics, bore gauges, etc.
Coordinate the inspection planning of each job, documenting and plotting inspection data on a computer.
Identify and define problems, collect data, establish facts, draw and present valid conclusions. Responsible for interpreting an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
Qualifications
Two-year degree in Machine Tool Technology, or a high school diploma/GED with equivalent experience required
Minimum of two yeas related experience working with a manufacturing team with machinists and engineers preferred
Reading and interpreting single part, as well as assembling drawings experience required
Knowledge of and experience operating/programming of CMM required
Basic knowledge in metallurgy and instrument calibration helpful.
Familiar with Zeiss/Calypso is a plus
Skills & Requirements:
Must have fundamental mechanical and mathematical inspection knowledge.
Must be familiar with ISO specifications and standards and have robust knowledge of GD&T, and blueprint interpretation.
Successful candidate will work well as a team player with minimal supervision, maintain a high degree of organization, reporting capabilities, and effective communication with internal and external customers.
Physical Requirements:
Ability to work in a manufacturing environment, including standing for extended periods.
Ability to lift up to 30lbs and work with tools and machinery safely.
Compensation and Benefits
Pay Range: $23.00-26.00/hour
Comprehensive benefits package including:
Health insurance
Life insurance
401(k) retirement plan
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Long-term disability insurance
Work Environment
Location: This position is onsite at our Elmira, NY facility
Forkardt Hardinge is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Veteran/Disability
Employee Signature/Date: _______________________________________________________
Supervisor Signature/Date: _______________________________________________________
Updated 02.05.2025
Department: Operations
Location: Forkardt Hardinge ? Elmira NY (Onsite)
Shift: Various Shifts
Employment Type: Full-Time
Exemption Status: Non-Exempt
Company Overview
Forkardt Hardinge is a leading provider of precision manufacturing solutions and tooling systems. We are committed to delivering high-quality products and exceptional service to our customers in the machining and manufacturing industries. Our team is dedicated to innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Position Overview
The Quality Inspector is responsible for ensuring the quality of machined parts and assemblies through thorough inspection and adherence to quality standards. This position plays a key role in maintaining product integrity and meeting customer expectations.
Key Responsibilities
Follow standardized procedures and instructions for in-process and final inspections across a wide variety of customized parts and assemblies with very close tolerances and specifications.
Determine method of inspection and set up requirements on first article parts. Prepare and maintain all required Quality Assurance forms.
Program CMM for automated part verification and be familiar with the use of all inspection hand gauging including but not limited to; micrometers, thread gauges, dial indicators, vernier calipers, height gauges, internal and external thread gauges, ID/OD mics, bore gauges, etc.
Coordinate the inspection planning of each job, documenting and plotting inspection data on a computer.
Identify and define problems, collect data, establish facts, draw and present valid conclusions. Responsible for interpreting an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
Qualifications
Two-year degree in Machine Tool Technology, or a high school diploma/GED with equivalent experience required
Minimum of two yeas related experience working with a manufacturing team with machinists and engineers preferred
Reading and interpreting single part, as well as assembling drawings experience required
Knowledge of and experience operating/programming of CMM required
Basic knowledge in metallurgy and instrument calibration helpful.
Familiar with Zeiss/Calypso is a plus
Skills & Requirements:
Must have fundamental mechanical and mathematical inspection knowledge.
Must be familiar with ISO specifications and standards and have robust knowledge of GD&T, and blueprint interpretation.
Successful candidate will work well as a team player with minimal supervision, maintain a high degree of organization, reporting capabilities, and effective communication with internal and external customers.
Physical Requirements:
Ability to work in a manufacturing environment, including standing for extended periods.
Ability to lift up to 30lbs and work with tools and machinery safely.
Compensation and Benefits
Pay Range: $23.00-26.00/hour
Comprehensive benefits package including:
Health insurance
Life insurance
401(k) retirement plan
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Long-term disability insurance
Work Environment
Location: This position is onsite at our Elmira, NY facility
Forkardt Hardinge is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Veteran/Disability
Employee Signature/Date: _______________________________________________________
Supervisor Signature/Date: _______________________________________________________
Updated 02.05.2025
Salary : $23 - $26
