Quality Control Mechanical Inspector

About the role

The Quality Control / Mechanical Inspector performs inspection activities to ensure products and services conform to established quality standards. This position has the authority to initiate action to prevent product or service nonconformity, identify and record quality problems, and recommend solutions.

Responsibilities

• Perform quality control inspections in accordance with applicable inspection specifications and standards.
• Interpret inspection specifications and customer blueprints.
• Apply knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) to inspection activities.
• Use mechanical measuring equipment proficiently: Nikon Optical Comparator, blade/inch/metric Micrometers, OGP systems, Instron Tensile/Hardness Testing, and Go/No-Go gauges.
• Perform First Inspection (FI) of new or revised parts to verify dimensional conformance prior to production release.
• Perform clerical functions including data recording, lot traceability & control, and basic report writing.
• Identify nonconforming products or services and initiate appropriate corrective action, including proper labeling and quarantine.
• Maintain quality records and support statistical process control (SPC) activities, including X-Bar/R charts and Cp/Cpk analysis.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Prior product inspection experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience using monitoring and measuring devices.
• Blueprint reading experience.
• Working knowledge of Quality Management Systems (e.g., ISO 9000, QS 9000, AS 9100, TL 9000) preferred.
• Familiarity with Environmental Management Systems (ISO 14000) preferred.
• Proficiency with mechanical measuring instruments (calipers, micrometers, gauges, etc.).
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply customer blueprints and technical specifications.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation skills.

Qualifications

• Regard for safety – ability to follow safety rules and processes.
• Communication – ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
• Applied Learning – ability to participate in learning activities.
• Accountability – ability to accept responsibility for actions.
• Initiative – ability to stay motivated and curious without external help.
• Attention to Detail – consistently produces accurate, thorough work with a focus on quality and precision.

Work Environment

This position involves working in a manufacturing environment adjacent to the shop floor. The employee must be aware of potential hazards, including proximity to moving mechanical parts, operating vehicles, exposure to electrical current, high temperatures, and chemicals. Maintaining a high level of alertness and caution is essential.

Pay

$26.44 to $36.06 per hour