Quality Inspector

Thread Craft•Sterling Heights, MI

32d•Onsite

About The Position

Thread-Craft is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Quality Inspector to join our precision manufacturing team in Sterling Heights, Michigan. This role focuses on inspecting precision-machined components, including ballscrews, to ensure products meet engineering specifications, technical drawings, customer requirements, and applicable quality standards. The ideal candidate is someone who takes pride in their work, has a strong eye for detail, and is willing to learn new inspection methods, measurement tools, and technologies. We value individuals who take initiative, ask questions, identify opportunities for improvement, and are committed to producing high-quality parts that meet demanding customer expectations.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, dimensional tolerances, and technical specifications, or a willingness to learn.
Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office, data entry, and electronic recordkeeping, with the ability to learn new software and quality management systems.
Strong attention to detail and the ability to recognize inconsistencies, defects, and potential quality concerns.
Good visual acuity and manual dexterity to perform detailed inspections and precise measurements.
Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with production, engineering, and other team members.
Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and take initiative while knowing when to ask questions or escalate concerns.
Willingness to learn, accept feedback, adapt to changing processes, and develop new technical skills.
Ability to work in a manufacturing environment, including production floor settings and other designated work areas.

Nice To Haves

An associate degree or bachelor's degree in quality, manufacturing, engineering technology, or a related field is preferred.
Previous experience in quality inspection, quality assurance, quality control, precision machining, manufacturing, or a related hands-on technical role is preferred.
Familiarity with precision measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, gauges, and other dimensional inspection tools is preferred.
Understanding of manufacturing processes, inspection methods, quality control principles, and nonconformance identification is an asset.
Familiarity with AS9100, ISO 9001, aerospace manufacturing, defense manufacturing, or other regulated quality environments is beneficial.

Responsibilities

Perform hands-on quality inspections of precision-machined components, including ballscrews and related assemblies, to verify conformance with engineering drawings, specifications, and customer requirements.
Use precision measuring instruments and inspection equipment to verify dimensional accuracy and product quality.
Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, tolerances, and technical specifications to determine product acceptance.
Identify defects, dimensional discrepancies, and nonconforming products, documenting findings and communicating concerns to the appropriate teams.
Complete inspection reports, quality documentation, test results, and nonconformance reports accurately and consistently.
Work closely with production, engineering, and other departments to investigate quality issues, support root cause analysis, and implement corrective and preventive actions.
Verify the accuracy of inspection equipment and measuring instruments, following applicable calibration procedures.
Follow established quality procedures and support compliance with applicable industry standards, including AS9100 requirements.
Adapt to new technologies, inspection methods, and quality systems as processes and equipment evolve.
Take initiative in identifying opportunities to improve inspection processes, product quality, efficiency, and consistency.
Perform other duties as assigned.