Mechanical Inspector

Verify•Danbury, CT

12d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Mechanical Quality Source Inspector, you will represent Verify’s customer onsite at supplier facilities, supporting in-process and final inspections to ensure compliance to customer, engineering, and industry requirements. Inspectors will be trained on customer-specific processes, reporting systems, and quality expectations while supporting communication of nonconformances, quality concerns, and inspection results. This role requires a hands-on inspector capable of independently reviewing technical documentation, validating objective evidence, and performing detailed visual and dimensional inspections within fast-paced manufacturing environments.

Requirements

Minimum 5 years of experience in aerospace, defense, industrial manufacturing, or supplier quality environments
Strong background in the inspection and manufacturing of mechanical parts and assemblies
Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, work instructions, and GD&T requirements per ASME Y14.5
Experience inspecting close-tolerance components manufactured from various materials including steel, aluminum, brass, castings, forgings, and extrusions
Proficient with conventional inspection tools and dimensional inspection techniques
Experience performing AS9102 First Article Inspections
Ability to review technical data packages and verify full documentation traceability
Strong understanding of: Precision machining, Bearings and rotating equipment, Mechanical assemblies, Aerospace manufacturing processes, Industrial motion systems, Dimensional inspection methods
Must be computer savvy and willing to utilize a personal laptop for inspection reporting through customer and Verify systems
Must be willing to utilize a personal cell phone for communication purposes
Ability to work within fast-paced manufacturing environments while complying with all supplier PPE and safety requirements
Ability to stand, sit, kneel, bend, and maneuver throughout supplier facilities
Ability to lift up to 30 lbs.
Must be able to read, write, and speak English
Ability to pass visual acuity and color distinction testing
Background check and drug screening required

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with special processes including heat treat, plating, coatings, welding, and NADCAP requirements preferred
Candidates with experience supporting suppliers involved in the manufacture of: Aerospace bearings, Precision mechanical assemblies, Rotating equipment, Power transmission systems, Industrial motion-control products, Aerospace machining and assembly operations

Responsibilities

Perform onsite source inspections at single or multiple supplier facilities
Conduct visual, dimensional, and documentation inspections on manufactured parts, assemblies, and subassemblies
Verify compliance to engineering drawings, purchase orders, specifications, industry standards, and customer flow-down requirements
Review Certificates of Conformance (CoCs), material certifications, and special process documentation for compliance and traceability
Perform inspection activities utilizing precision measurement equipment including micrometers, calipers, height gauges, thread gauges, and related tools
Support AS9102 First Article Inspection (FAI) activities and validate technical data packages
Monitor manufacturing processes including: Precision machining, Bearing manufacturing, Mechanical assemblies, Motion-control systems, Gearbox and drivetrain assemblies, Grinding and finishing operations
Validate calibration status and proper use of inspection equipment
Identify, document, and communicate nonconformances, escapes, and process concerns
Interface professionally with supplier quality, manufacturing, engineering, and customer representatives
Support root cause and corrective action activities as required
Complete inspection reporting within customer SAP systems and Verify reporting platforms using a personal laptop