Incoming Quality Inspector - 2nd / 3rd Shift - Precision Manufacturing

Ametek, Inc.•Middlefield, CT

42d•Onsite

About The Position

Zygo Corporation is hiring an Incoming Quality Inspector to inspect and verify incoming materials, components, assemblies, and outsourced processes before they are released to production. The role is based at the company’s headquarters in Middlefield, Connecticut, and is available on either the 2nd shift (2:00 PM–10:30 PM) or 3rd shift (10:00 PM–6:30 AM). The position supports a high-precision manufacturing environment producing advanced optical metrology systems, ultra-precise optical components, and complex electro-optical systems and assemblies. The inspector performs visual and dimensional inspections, checks product against drawings and specifications, reviews supplier quality documentation, and records findings to determine acceptance. The role collaborates with Quality, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain teams. Compensation and position level are based on experience. Applicants must have the legal right to work in the United States and be legally authorized to access export-controlled information and source code.

Requirements

Experience in quality inspection, incoming/receiving inspection, or precision manufacturing.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
Experience with dimensional measurement and basic inspection equipment.
Strong attention to detail and ability to accurately document inspection results.
Ability to work independently and collaborate with Quality, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain teams.
Legal right to work in the United States and legal authorization to access export-controlled information and source code.

Nice To Haves

Experience with GD&T.
Experience with CMMs.
Experience with Zeiss Calypso or PC-DMIS.
Knowledge of AS9100/AS9102 or ISO 9001.
Experience in optics, aerospace, medical devices, precision machining, or electro-mechanical manufacturing.

Responsibilities

Perform incoming and in-process inspections of mechanical, optical, electrical, and electro-mechanical components and assemblies.
Conduct visual and dimensional inspections using engineering drawings, specifications, inspection plans, and sampling plans.
Use conventional measurement equipment, CMMs, and vision systems to verify product requirements.
Review supplier certifications, certificates of conformance (CoCs), test reports, and other quality documentation.
Record inspection results and determine product acceptance against established specifications and quality requirements.