Lead Quality Inspector
About The Position
The Lead Quality Inspector oversees inspection activities at an established precision machining and manufacturing operation in Laconia, New Hampshire. This hands-on leadership role combines extensive inspection of precision CNC-machined components with supervision, training, and support of a quality inspection team. The Lead Quality Inspector takes ownership of daily inspection operations, ensures components meet dimensional tolerances, and works with manufacturing and engineering to resolve quality issues and maintain quality standards. The position is full-time and direct hire, on the first shift, with compensation of up to $40 per hour.
Requirements
- At least 5 years of quality inspection experience in a precision CNC machine shop environment.
- Strong hands-on dimensional inspection experience with precision-machined components.
- Proficiency in reading engineering drawings and interpreting GD&T.
- Experience using CMMs and a wide range of manual precision measuring equipment.
- Experience conducting First Article Inspections and documenting inspection results.
- Ability to train inspectors, prioritize workloads, and oversee daily department operations.
- Familiarity with ISO-based Quality Management Systems and quality documentation.
- Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
Nice To Haves
- Previous lead, supervisory, or senior-level inspection experience.
Responsibilities
- Lead daily inspection activities, coordinate workloads, and oversee the quality inspection team.
- Train, mentor, and provide technical guidance to inspectors.
- Perform receiving, in-process, final, and First Article Inspections (FAIs) on precision CNC-machined components.
- Read and interpret complex engineering drawings, GD&T, and dimensional tolerances.
- Perform inspections using CMMs, micrometers, calipers, height gauges, optical comparators, and other precision measuring equipment.
- Review inspection reports and ensure accurate documentation within the Quality Management System (QMS).
- Identify nonconforming material and coordinate corrective actions with manufacturing and engineering.
- Support equipment calibration, quality audits, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Maintain department efficiency, inspection accuracy, and compliance with established quality standards.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Paid holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
