Quality Inspector II - 2nd Shift

About the Company

Standex International is a global industrial growth company operating through market-leading brands in electronics, cutting-edge forming technologies, engraving, and scientific refrigeration. We collaborate with customers to advance progress through innovation, from producing parts for next-generation space vehicles to evolving vaccine refrigeration, designing functional textures, and improving renewable energy technology.

Spincraft, a Standex company, delivers single-source manufacturing solutions specializing in high-performance metal forming technologies. With expertise in virtually all workable alloys, Spincraft components are integral to advanced space launch vehicles, commercial and military aircraft, nuclear submarines, critical defense systems, and land-based gas turbines.

About the Role

Reporting to the Manufacturing Manager, the Inspector is responsible for inspecting raw materials, in-process components, and finished products to ensure they meet specified standards and customer requirements. This role uses a variety of inspection tools and techniques to identify defects, document results, and support continuous quality improvement in the manufacturing process.

Responsibilities

• Review job routing, quality log requirements, and interpret sketches to determine dimensions and tolerance specifications for features requiring inspection.
• Perform independent inspections, validations, and/or verifications of assigned items to ensure compliance and documentation of nonconforming material.
• Inspect product for surface defects, such as scratches, dents, cracks, workmanship, and weld quality.
• Perform inspections of simple GD&T hardware using common inspection tools (e.g., micrometers, bore gauges, depth gauges, dial indicators, height gauges).
• Apply basic GD&T concepts such as Straightness, Flatness, Circularity, Cylindricity, Perpendicularity, and Parallelism as needed.
• Use inspection tools (OD&ID micrometers, calipers, pi tapes, thread gages, point mics, profilometers) to verify sketch/print dimensions of components.
• Read and interpret work orders, blueprints, and specifications to determine machine setup, material, quantity, and finish dimensions.
• Perform standard operations on Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM), FARO Arm, and scanning equipment.
• Receive inspection of product, hardware, or raw material to ensure PO requirements are met.
• Load and unload parts into inspection gauges to verify and document conformance.
• Perform higher-level inspections while under supervision as needed.
• Trim, sand, and drill parts using shop equipment.
• Perform daily/weekly operator maintenance on equipment/tools (oil, clean, and inspection).
• Accurately execute Process Control Sheets (PCS) and provide feedback for revisions.
• Assist Engineering with implementation, creation, and maintenance of PCS.
• Document actions by completing production and quality logs.
• Support organization goals by improving Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost (SQDC).
• Train others by sharing information, knowledge, and expertise with the team.
• Complete job assignments as directed by Quality or Manufacturing Manager.
• Attend meetings, trainings, and participate in audits as directed.
• Maintain safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.
• Comply with company rules, safety policies, and federal/state/local safety regulations.
• Use personal protective equipment as required.
• Report unsafe conditions, accidents, and injuries immediately to management.
• Actively participate in 6S and lean activities.
• Maintain equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements.
• Maintain continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and needs.
• Store and maintain tools, equipment, and gauges according to company standards.
• Keep work area clean and organized; perform daily cleaning and sweeping.
• Remove personal items from workstations and empty trash/waste as needed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
• Minimum 3 years of related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Forklift experience preferred.
• Certified Level I and Level II nondestructive testing preferred.
• Working knowledge of reading and understanding blueprint requirements, including geometric dimensions and tolerances (GD&T).
• Reliable transportation.
• Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage time, multi-task, and pay close attention to details.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Capable of following directions and taking responsibility for production efficiency and quality.
• Demonstrate customer focus by addressing the needs of internal and external customers.
• Maintain a positive attitude and communicate openly and honestly.
• Proactively solve problems and contribute to continuous improvement.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and stand for extended periods.
• Comfortable working in environments with noise, heat, or dust.
• Regularly required to move, sit, and bend for various hours throughout the day.

Schedule

2nd Shift: 3:30 PM – 12:00 AM with shift differential. Training provided on 1st shift.