Quality Inspector / CMM Afternoon Shift

Marand Precision Engineering; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Early Friday finish

Defence Reservist Leave

Overtime opportunities

Training and career development

Job summary

Marand Precision Engineering in Moorabbin VIC is seeking an experienced Quality Inspector and CMM Operator for the afternoon shift (3:30 pm–12:00 am Mon-Thu, 1:00 pm–7:00 pm Fri). You will perform in-process and final inspections, interpret engineering drawings, and operate CMM equipment to ensure product conformity.

Work closely with production to address quality issues, maintain inspection documentation, and raise NCRs as required.

Qualifications

• Experience conducting in-process and final inspections on precision components.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Proficient with CMM and precision measurement tools.
• Maintain inspection documentation and NCRs.
• Knowledge of calibration and quality systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-process and final inspections on components, assemblies, and finished goods.
• Interpret drawings, technical specifications, customer requirements, and inspection procedures.
• Perform dimensional inspections using calipers, micrometers, gauges, CMM and related tools.
• Create and maintain inspection reports and identify non-conforming materials.
• Raise NCRs and support containment and corrective actions.

Skills

Quality inspection

CMM operator

Dimensional inspection

Read drawings

Inspection reporting

Tools

CMM equipment

Calipers

Micrometres

Gauges

Job description

Marand Precision Engineering – Moorabbin VIC

Take your career to new heights with Marand. Marand is a leading Australian engineering and manufacturing company that designs and builds complex equipment, tooling, and bespoke products for top-tier clients including Lockheed Martin, Boeing, BAE Systems, BHP, Rio Tinto, and Carbon Revolution.

We offer complete manufacturing solutions, from project management and design to installation, commissioning, ongoing support, and spare parts. Our team is known for successfully delivering complex technology transfers and supporting major defence and industrial programs both locally and internationally.

Marand is part of the ASDAM Group and is a leading sovereign defence, advanced manufacturing and sustainment company. It provides end-to-end capability across design, engineering, manufacturing, assembly and sustainment. ASDAM includes Marand, TAE Aerospace, Rosebank Engineering, Levett Engineering, Quickstep, Oldham Engineering, MG Engineering, Lovitt Technologies and Electromold.

Join Marand and be part of a company that values innovation, quality, and your career growth — all while working on exciting projects that make a real impact.

Why work for Marand?

• We proudly support ADF Reserves with paid Defence Reservist Leave.
• Early Friday finish.
• Social club and monthly BBQ.
• Attractive hourly rates with the ability for overtime.
• Fantastic opportunity to grow and explore your career.
• Opportunities for further training and career development.
• Be part of an exciting, high-growth industry and work on meaningful projects

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Quality Inspector and CMM Operator to join our afternoon shift working 3:30 pm to 12:00 am (Monday to Thursday) and 1:00 pm to 7:00 pm (Friday). You will be responsible for conducting in-process and final inspections on manufactured components and assemblies to ensure compliance with customer and engineering and operate CMM equipment.

You will work closely with production teams to identify quality issues, support corrective actions, and maintain accurate inspection documentation.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct in-process and final inspections on manufactured components, assemblies, and finished goods.
• Interpret and follow engineering drawings, technical specifications, customer requirements, and inspection procedures.
• Perform dimensional inspections using: callipers, micrometres, gauges, CMM equipment and other precision measurement tools.
• Create and maintain inspection reports and identify, document, and segregate non-conforming materials.
• Raise Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) and support containment and corrective action activities.
• Perform calibration activities on measurement equipment in line with established procedures and acceptance criteria.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and quality system compliance

Additional Requirements:

Due to the nature of our work and the requirements of our customers, all applicants may be required to hold Australian citizenship and need to meet ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations) and/or EAR (Export Administration Regulations) compliance as part of employment eligibility.

Successful applicants may also be required to undergo a current police check, obtain a Commonwealth defence security clearance, and participate in random drug and alcohol screening as part of our commitment to safety and security.

We make employment decisions based on merit, and we encourage applications from people of all backgrounds.

To find out more about Marand visit https://www.marand.com.au/