Quality Inspector

GWYNEDD•North Wales, PA

11d•$19 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

Gwynedd Manufacturing is seeking a detail-oriented Quality Inspector for its manufacturing facility in North Wales, Pennsylvania. The role inspects and verifies incoming raw materials, components, and outsourced processes to ensure they meet engineering requirements, purchase-order specifications, and quality standards before release to production. The inspector works with Purchasing, Engineering, Quality, and Production teams and applies knowledge of technical drawings, GD&T, and inspection methods. The position is based in a manufacturing environment and requires use of precision measurement tools and digital quality systems.

Requirements

At least 3–5 years of experience in quality inspection or receiving inspection in a manufacturing environment.
Working knowledge of computer-based and electronic systems, including navigating, entering, and managing data in digital quality management systems (QMS).
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and apply GD&T principles.
Experience using precision measurement and inspection tools.
Familiarity with AQL sampling methods and inspection plans.
Knowledge of ISO 9001 and/or other regulated quality systems.
Comfort working with inspection records, databases, and basic computer applications.
High attention to detail, strong organizational and problem-solving skills, and effective communication across departments and with suppliers.
Dependability, self-motivation, and commitment to maintaining high quality standards.
Ability to meet the physical and work-environment demands described, including prolonged standing, walking, sitting, bending, kneeling, and handling materials and equipment weighing up to—and occasionally exceeding—50 pounds; using a computer; and performing detailed work requiring manual dexterity and fine motor skills.
Wear required personal protective equipment in designated areas and comply with safety requirements.

Nice To Haves

Experience with military or defense quality standards.

Responsibilities

Inspect incoming raw materials, components, and finished or semi-finished parts.
Verify conformance with purchase orders, engineering drawings, specifications, and quality requirements.
Conduct dimensional and visual inspections using precision measurement tools such as calipers, micrometers, height gauges, and pin gauges.
Apply AQL and sampling plans for incoming inspection as required.
Review certifications, material test reports, and supplier documentation for accuracy and compliance.
Identify, document, and segregate nonconforming material in accordance with SOPs.
Generate and maintain inspection records, reports, and nonconformance documentation.
Communicate quality issues with Quality, Purchasing, Engineering, and Production teams to support timely resolution.
Assist Quality Management with root-cause investigations and corrective actions related to supplier issues.
Ensure compliance with internal quality systems, ISO standards, and applicable customer or military specifications.
Support continuous-improvement initiatives related to incoming quality and supplier performance.