Quality Inspector IV (1st Shift)

Sanders Industries Holdings•Bloomfield, CT

About The Position

Kamatics is seeking an Inspector IV (1st Shift) who performs advanced inspection activities including first-piece, in-process, and final inspections of precision mechanical components and assemblies. This role supports production schedules, ensures compliance with engineering and quality standards, and provides technical leadership and guidance to inspection personnel. The Inspector IV reports to the Value Stream Manager or Senior Team Leader for production priorities and to the Quality Assurance Supervisor for quality-related matters. SHIFT: 1ST SHIFT | 6:00 AM – 3:30 PM, MONDAY–FRIDAY. ONE HOUR OF MANDATORY DAILY OVERTIME CURRENTLY REQUIRED

Requirements

High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent required
Minimum of 4 years of inspection experience in a manufacturing environment, or equivalent demonstrated experience
Expert knowledge of precision measuring devices, gauges, and testing instruments
Strong CMM operation and programming skills
Advanced blueprint reading skills, including GD&T interpretation
Strong understanding of Statistical Process Control (SPC)
Exceptional attention to detail and analytical skills
Ability to generate accurate inspection reports, certifications, and compliance documentation
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) and ERP systems
Strong communication skills and customer-focused mindset
Frequent mental and visual concentration
Occasional lifting and moving of materials up to 50 lbs (15–40%)
Frequent standing and walking
Ability to work overtime and weekends as required to meet customer demands
Flexibility to work varying schedules as business needs dictate
This position requires using information subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

Responsibilities

Perform visual and dimensional inspections of precision mechanical components and assemblies to close tolerances.
Conduct first-piece and in-process inspections within assigned value streams.
Identify and report surface, dimensional, visual, material, documentation, and workmanship non-conformances to engineering drawings and Kamatics quality standards.
Create and maintain inspection documentation including IMS, First Article Inspection (FAI), and related quality records.
Prepare products and documentation for customer or source inspections and serve as a Designated Supplier Quality Representative when required.
Demonstrate mastery using basic inspection tools: calipers, micrometers, dial bores, chamfer gauges, and profilometers.
Demonstrate mastery using advanced inspection equipment: optical comparators, Sunnen gauges, and Trimos height stands.
Demonstrate proficiency using specialty inspection devices including Johnson tri-roll, sine plate, and torque gauges.
Demonstrate familiarity with additional inspection equipment such as swing gauges, contracers, digital comparators, Cadillac gauges, and Keyence IM systems.
Operate and program CMM equipment, including probe calibration.
Demonstrate mastery in measuring GD&T characteristics including roundness, parallelism, concentricity, runout, perpendicularity, flatness, and total runout.
Demonstrate proficiency in true position and material modifiers.
Demonstrate familiarity with profile tolerances.
Apply blueprint interpretation and advanced shop mathematics to determine appropriate gauging and inspection methods.
Assign and coordinate inspection tasks to ensure production schedules are met.
Provide training, guidance, and technical leadership to inspection personnel as needed.
Use computer systems and software (including Microsoft Excel) to collect, analyze, and present inspection data.
Maintain accurate records, logs, and audit-ready documentation.
Recommend and support continuous improvement initiatives, including 5S activities.
Maintain a clean, safe work environment and follow all safety and environmental procedures.