Quality Inspector, Machine Shop

Custom Control Sensors•Phoenix, AZ

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Quality Inspector ensures that machined parts and assemblies produced by the company meet quality standards. The role inspects parts for conformance to engineering drawings and specifications and identifies defects or non-conformances. It also includes inspecting incoming raw materials, products, electronics, and services against purchase orders, drawings, and specifications. The inspector uses precision inspection tools and equipment, including calipers, micrometers, indicators, height gages, dial bore gages, thread gages, optical comparators, and CMMs. The role requires interpreting technical drawings and GD&T, performing mathematical computations, maintaining accurate inspection documentation, and making accept-or-reject decisions during first article inspections. The position works with minimal supervision while collaborating with other inspectors, Quality Engineers, and Managers.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent GED.
At least 4 years of hands-on inspection experience with precision machined parts in an aerospace, medical, or automotive manufacturing environment.
Must qualify as a “U.S. Person” under 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 (ITAR); verification is required before employment.
Familiarity with AS9100 and AS9102 aerospace standards.
Proficiency with precision measuring equipment, such as calipers, micrometers, and optical comparators.
Strong understanding of computer operation, trigonometry, and AQL sampling methodologies.
Ability to read and write in English.
Ability to maintain work quality in accordance with company specifications.
Ability to use Windows and MS Office, including Outlook and Excel.
Advanced knowledge of technical drawings and ANSI/ASME Y14.5 GD&T.
Ability to work to dimensional tolerances as small as .0002 inches.
Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
Time management skills.
Adaptability and flexibility in response to changing situations and new tasks.
Availability to work overtime as needed to support Operations.
Independent problem-solving skills and ability to work with minimal instruction.
Professional demeanor and teamwork orientation.

Nice To Haves

CMM experience and programming with PCDMIS.
Ability to program a Keyence optical comparator.

Responsibilities

Conduct AQL inspections of castings, forgings, machined parts, sheet metal parts, and assemblies, including items furnished by vendors or fabricated in-house.
Inspect machined parts for material, processes, completion of operations, workmanship, and conformance to approved sketches, drawings, and specifications.
Read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications and perform mathematical computations.
Perform visual inspections using standard inspection devices, including calipers, micrometers, indicators, height gages, dial bore gages, optical comparators, and thread gages.
Inspect common geometric features, including roundness, concentricity, flatness, runout, perpendicularity, and parallelism.
Use advanced inspection equipment, including the Keyence Optical Comparator.
Create programs for new parts and assemblies using the Keyence Optical Comparator.
Record production data and ensure inspection documentation is accurate and complete.
Perform first article inspections at machines or assemblies and make accept-or-reject decisions.
Inspect functional gages, fixtures, molds, dies, tooling, and similar items for conformance to drawings.
Prepare and maintain required inspection reports and records.
Inspect incoming raw materials, products, electronics, and services for conformance to purchase orders, drawings, and specifications.
Identify and report non-conformances to appropriate personnel and work with Quality Engineers and Managers to resolve issues.
Assist other inspectors as directed and perform related work requiring equal or lesser skill.
Maintain a positive and productive work environment and follow safety practices and quality standards while working with minimal supervision.
Complete inspection-related tasks as directed by the Planner and Supervisors.
Document non-conformances in Discrepancy Reports.
Maintain high quality standards with minimal discrepant work and perform other duties assigned by the Supervisor or Quality Manager.