Sr. Precision Inspector

Panduit•Lockport, IL

About The Position

The Senior Precision Inspector performs advanced dimensional inspections, CMM programming, calibration, and metrology analysis to ensure products, tooling, and components meet engineering specifications. The role develops measurement strategies, evaluates measurement-system and process performance, and collaborates with product engineers to resolve technical challenges and improve product quality. Working with limited technical direction, the Senior Precision Inspector also provides technical guidance and mentorship to team members.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
5–7 years of related experience required.
Certified Quality Inspector certification required.
Certified Quality Technician or Calibration Technician certification required within 18 months of hire.
PI Bronze certification required within six months of hire.
Experience programming, operating, and troubleshooting CMMs and using precision measurement equipment, including gauges, micrometers, and surface measurement instruments.
Knowledge of measurement system analysis (MSA), gauge repeatability and reproducibility (R&R) studies, process capability, statistical reporting, equipment calibration, and related documentation.
Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications, develop measurement strategies, select appropriate inspection equipment, analyze data, and solve technical problems.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and measurement data analysis and reporting.
Strong communication, collaboration, and customer service skills; strong organizational and time management skills; exceptional attention to detail; and ability to prioritize competing requests.
Ability to work independently with limited technical direction, resolve technical challenges, and provide guidance and mentorship to team members.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis; Panduit will not sponsor work visas now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in a science, technology, engineering, or mathematics (STEM) field.
Experience with Mitutoyo MCOSMOS or similar software.
Fixture and gauge design knowledge.

Responsibilities

Perform precision inspections using CMMs, gauges, micrometers, surface measurement instruments, and other equipment to verify products, tooling, and components against engineering drawings and specifications.
Program and optimize CMMs by developing automated measurement routines, operating and troubleshooting equipment, and improving inspection methods using Mitutoyo MCOSMOS or similar software.
Conduct metrology and statistical analyses, including measurement system analyses, gauge repeatability and reproducibility (R&R) studies, process capability assessments, control charts, and distribution curves.
Manage equipment calibration and verification, maintain calibration records and databases, coordinate external calibration services, and support fixture and gauge design.
Maintain inspection records and reporting by tracking requests, measurement results, labor, and project data; maintaining controlled production part documentation; and preparing and communicating inspection and analysis reports.
Collaborate with product engineers and internal customers to interpret requirements, assess dimensional impacts on product performance, and resolve measurement and inspection challenges.
Work independently with limited direction, mentor team members, support inspection planning and process improvements, and comply with company policies and standards.
Perform other duties as assigned.