Quality Control Inspector

Apex-Precision-Inc.-1; Saint-Lazare; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Apex-Precision-Inc.-1 is seeking a Quality Control Inspector in Saint-Lazare, Canada. The role covers first article, in-process, and final inspections of precision-machined components, ensuring compliance with engineering drawings and customer requirements.

Applicants should have strong GD&T interpretation skills, experience with precision measuring tools, and familiarity with CMMs. The position includes generating certificates of conformity and handling non-conformities, with a focus on

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of quality inspection experience in a precision machining or CNC manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of GD&T and ability to interpret complex engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Proficiency with precision measuring equipment, including micrometers, calipers, height gauges, and other inspection instruments.
• Experience operating and/or programming Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM) is an asset.
• Experience preparing First Article Inspection (FAI) reports and managing non-conformities.
• Familiarity with AS9100 and ISO 9001 quality management standards, preferably in the aerospace industry.
• Strong attention to detail, analytical skills, and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Perform incoming, first article, in-process, and final inspections of precision-machined components to ensure compliance with drawings, specifications, and customer requirements.
• Interpret GD&T, tolerances and standards to verify dimensional and material conformity.
• Prepare FAI reports, certificates of conformity, and other required quality documentation.
• Identify, document, and communicate non-conformities; collaborate with Production and Quality teams on corrective actions.
• Support machinists with inspection results and quality-related troubleshooting.
• Maintain accurate inspection records and traceability in the ERP system (JobBoss).
• Review and validate quality documentation before product release and shipment.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and assist the QA Manager as needed.

Skills

GD&T interpretation

Inspection detail

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Height gauges

CMM

Job description

Reporting to the Supervisor of Quality Control, the Quality Control Inspector is responsible for the first & final visual, and manual inspection of all machined parts. The owner will also have the responsibility to generate the certificates of conformance, and submit quality control nonconformity reports, and corrective actions requests.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform incoming, first article, in-process, and final inspections of precision-machined components to ensure compliance with engineering drawings, specifications, and customer requirements.
• Interpret complex technical drawings, GD&T, tolerances, and quality standards to verify dimensional and material conformity.
• Prepare and complete First Article Inspection (FAI) reports, ballooned drawings, certificates of conformity, and other required quality documentation.
• Identify, document, and communicate non-conformities, and collaborate with Production and Quality teams to resolve issues and implement corrective actions.
• Support CNC and conventional machinists with inspection results, technical guidance, and quality-related troubleshooting.
• Maintain accurate inspection records and traceability documentation using the ERP system (JobBoss).
• Review and validate quality documentation to ensure all requirements are met prior to product release and shipment.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and support the Quality Assurance Manager as required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of quality inspection experience in a precision machining or CNC manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of GD&T and ability to interpret complex engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Proficiency with precision measuring equipment, including micrometers, calipers, height gauges, and other inspection instruments.
• Experience operating and/or programming Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM) is an asset.
• Experience preparing First Article Inspection (FAI) reports and managing non-conformities.
• Familiarity with AS9100 and ISO 9001 quality management standards, preferably in the aerospace industry.
• Strong attention to detail, analytical skills, and ability to work independently.

* The duties, responsibilities and qualification described in this document are not a comprehensive list. Additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time; or may change as required by business demands.