Assembly Inspector

Zachary Piper Solutions; Northern (KY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package

Career growth

Team environment

Wellness program

Job summary

Piper Companies is seeking an Assembly Inspector to support the assembly of mechanical and electromechanical products. You will inspect assemblies at multiple production stages, verify torque and dimensions, and ensure compliance with drawings and standards.

You will document findings and collaborate with engineers and technicians in a fast-paced environment. Candidates should have a high school diploma and hands-on inspection experience, with GD&T knowledge and strong attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Must have experience performing quality inspections in manufacturing, production, or assembly.
• Proficient with precision measurement tools and inspection equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Working knowledge of GD&T and traceability requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections of mechanical and electromechanical assemblies at various production stages.
• Verify torque values and critical dimensions using precision instruments.
• Apply GD&T to evaluate conformance to drawings and specs.
• Document inspection results and nonconformances clearly and accurately.
• Identify defects and escalate quality concerns to engineers and leadership.

Skills

GD&T

Reading drawings

Precision tools

Inspection documentation

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Torque verification equipment

Gauges

Job description

Piper Companies is seeking a Assembly Inspector to join a growing manufacturing team supporting the assembly of advanced mechanical and electromechanical products. The Quality Inspector will serve as a critical quality checkpoint throughout the production process, ensuring assemblies meet engineering specifications, workmanship standards, and compliance requirements. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with technicians, engineers, and quality professionals in a collaborative manufacturing environment focused on continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections of mechanical and electromechanical assemblies throughout various stages of production.
• Verify torque values, critical dimensions, and assembly requirements using precision measuring instruments and inspection equipment.
• Apply GD&T principles to evaluate compliance with engineering drawings, specifications, and manufacturing standards.
• Confirm proper labeling, serialization, traceability, and workmanship requirements prior to inspection release.
• Document inspection results, nonconformances, and quality findings accurately while maintaining compliant records and reports.
• Identify, communicate, and elevate defects or quality concerns to technicians, engineers, and production leadership.
• Maintain calibration status and proper care of measurement and inspection equipment while supporting measurement system verification activities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, participate in production briefings, proactively raise quality concerns, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure assemblies do not advance through production without successful completion of required inspections and approvals.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience performing quality inspections in a manufacturing, production, or assembly environment.
• Proficiency using precision measurement tools including calipers, micrometers, gauges, torque verification equipment, and related inspection instruments.
• Working knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications, and work instructions.
• Experience identifying defects, documenting nonconformances, and supporting corrective action processes.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and commitment to quality standards.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively across engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced production environment.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation based on experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Career growth and development opportunities.
• Collaborative and team-oriented work environment.
• Employee wellness and support programs.

Keywords

Quality Inspector, Quality Control, Quality Assurance, Manufacturing, Production Inspection, Mechanical Assembly, Electromechanical Assembly, GD&T, Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing, Precision Measurement, Calipers, Micrometers, Torque Verification, Gauges, Engineering Drawings, Technical Specifications, Traceability, Labeling Compliance, Nonconformance Reporting, Corrective Actions, Root Cause Analysis, Calibration, Measurement Systems, Workmanship Standards, Continuous Improvement, Manufacturing Quality, Inspection Documentation, Assembly Inspection, Production Support

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