Quality Control Inspector

Apex Précision; Saint-Lazare; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Apex Précision in Saint-Lazare, Canada seeks a Quality Control Inspector to perform dimensional, visual, and technical inspections of precision-machined components, ensuring compliance with GD&T and customer specs. Proficiency with CMMs and metrology equipment is essential.

You will generate FAI reports, certificates of conformity, and maintain comprehensive measurement records in the ERP system, while supporting continuous improvement and collaboration with production and QA teams.

Qualifications

• Read and interpret engineering drawings and customer specs to define inspection criteria.
• Perform incoming, in-process, and final inspections to verify dimensions and workmanship.
• Use precision instruments (micrometers, calipers, height gauges, bore gauges, optical comparators, CMM) for measurements.
• Prepare First Article Inspection reports and certificates of conformity.
• Identify non-conformities and initiate corrective actions with CAPA processes.
• Maintain accurate inspection records and traceability in ERP (JobBOSS) and related systems.
• Provide technical support to machinists on inspection methods.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of product quality and efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret complex engineering drawings and GD&T to determine inspection criteria.
• Perform inspections (incoming, in-process, final) to verify dimensions and workmanship.
• Operate measuring equipment (micrometers, calipers, height gauges, bore gauges, CMM) as applicable.
• Prepare and issue First Article Inspection (FAI) reports and certificates of conformity.
• Document non-conformities and coordinate corrective actions with Production/QA teams.
• Maintain inspection records and traceability in ERP systems (JobBOSS).
• Support machinists with inspection methods and dimensional verification.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of quality and efficiency.

Skills

Reading drawings

Dimensional inspection

GD&T interpretation

Autonomy

Continuous improvement

Documentation

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Height gauges

Bore gauges

Optical comparators

CMM

Job description

Reporting to the Supervisor, Quality Control and Assurance, the Quality Control Inspector is responsible for performing dimensional, visual, and technical inspections of precision-machined components to ensure conformity with engineering drawings, customer specifications, and quality standards. This includes incoming, first-article, in-process, and final inspections using precision measuring instruments and coordinate measuring machines (CMM), as applicable. The role requires strong technical knowledge, attention to detail, autonomy, and a proactive approach to identifying non-conformities and supporting continuous improvement.

• Read and interpret complex engineering drawings, technical specifications, and customer requirements, including geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T), to determine inspection criteria.

• Perform incoming, first-article, in-process, and final inspections of machined components to verify dimensions, tolerances, material specifications, and workmanship.

• Inspect precision components using measuring equipment such as micrometers, calipers, height gauges, bore gauges, optical comparators, and coordinate measuring machines (CMM), as applicable.

• Verify first-piece conformity following machine setups and communicate inspection results to machinists before production continues.

• Identify, document, and report dimensional deviations, machining defects, and other non-conformities, collaborating with Production and Quality teams to resolve issues.

• Prepare and complete First Article Inspection (FAI) reports, including ballooned drawings, in accordance with customer requirements and AS9100 quality standards.

• Prepare certificates of conformity and verify inspection records, material certifications, and required documentation prior to product release and shipment.

• Issue non-conformity reports and initiate corrective action requests in accordance with established procedures.

• Maintain accurate inspection records, traceability documentation, and quality data in the ERP system (JobBOSS) and other applicable systems.

• Ensure inspection equipment is properly handled and used in accordance with calibration and quality requirements.

• Provide technical support to machinists regarding inspection methods, dimensional verification, and interpretation of technical drawings.

• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives aimed at improving product quality, inspection processes, and manufacturing efficiency.