Quality Inspector IV

Austin TX • Manor, TX

3d

About The Position

The Quality Inspector IV provides expert-level inspection and programming support to ensure products meet engineering and customer specifications. The role specializes in interpreting GD&T, developing and executing CMM programs, and applying advanced measurement techniques. It supports quality compliance through audits, reverse engineering, and collaboration with engineering and manufacturing teams, including support for new product introduction and continuous improvement.

The position is based in Austin, Texas. Duties include advanced mechanical inspections, CMM programming and reporting, quality audits, inspection-data analysis, reverse engineering, discrepancy resolution, and developing inspection techniques and training materials. The employee also collaborates with cross-functional teams, suppliers, and customers to resolve quality issues, maintains a clean and safe work environment, and performs other duties as assigned. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 4–6 years working in a production environment in the same or a related industry.
• 5+ years of full-time CMM programming experience.
• Expert ability to interpret and apply GD&T principles, engineering drawings, BOMs, and specifications.
• Advanced proficiency in CMM programming, manual operation, and inspection of complex geometries.
• Strong mathematical skills for determining optimal inspection practices and calculating tolerances.
• Expertise in mechanical measurement techniques, machining standards, and secondary processes such as painting, plating, and powder coating.
• Ability to interpret weld symbols and wiring and crimping requirements, and calculate flat patterns for sheet metal inspection.
• Skill in using precision measurement tools, such as micrometers and calipers, and applying statistical analysis methods.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office and database applications.

Nice To Haves

• Some technician coursework or an associate degree.
• ASQ (American Standard of Quality) certification.
• Ability to make suggestions for process development.
• Laser Tracker (Portable CMM) programming experience.
• Previous Mitutoyo and/or Zeiss CMM programming experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced mechanical inspections of components, assemblies, and enclosures, including first article, receiving, in-process, and final inspections.
• Develop, execute, and optimize CMM programs, and generate precise inspection reports and records.
• Interpret engineering drawings, solid models, travelers, and specifications to ensure compliance and accuracy.
• Audit quality control processes and conduct internal and external inspections, including source inspections.
• Analyze inspection data and produce statistical reports, such as CPK and SPC, as required.
• Perform reverse engineering to convert physical parts into electronic data for engineering or manufacturing use.
• Evaluate discrepancies between solid models and blueprints and drive corrective actions with engineering and customers.
• Participate in New Product Introduction (NPI) to assess CMM program adequacy, identify potential failure modes, and recommend tooling solutions.
• Develop inspection techniques, instructions, and training materials for Levels I–III inspectors.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, suppliers, and customers to resolve quality issues.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment and perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED