CMM DIP Inspector

Eastridge; Buena Park (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Eastridge Workforce Solutions is seeking a Senior CMM DIP Inspector for a Buena Park, CA location. You will inspect precision die-cast and CNC-machined parts for aerospace and defense applications, ensuring parts meet exact customer specs before shipment.

This permanent, direct-hire role offers a path toward independent CMM setup and advanced inspection skills. The position is on-site with an early 1st shift (5:00 AM – 1:30 PM) and pays $35–$40 per hour.

Qualifications

• 1+ years in dimensional inspection, quality, machining, or related technical field.
• Ability to read basic engineering drawings, dimensions, tolerances, part numbers, revisions.
• Export-control eligibility under U.S. laws.

Responsibilities

• Run approved CMM programs under supervision, verify program, revision, orientation, and fixturing.
• Perform in-process, first-piece, and final DIP inspections with calipers, micrometers, height gauges, bore gauges, and other calibrated tools.
• Compare CMM output to drawings and GD&T callouts; escalate out-of-tolerance items to Quality/Production.
• Document inspection results with full traceability and control nonconforming material.
• Support first article inspection data collection and ballooned drawing review while learning datum structures and program troubleshooting.

Skills

Calipers

Micrometers

Engineering drawings

GD&T

Education

Metrology certificate or coursework

Tools

PC-DMIS

Calypso

Job description

CMM DIP Inspector

Job Snapshot

Location: Buena Park, CA | Onsite

Pay: $35 - $40/hour

Shift/Schedule: 1st Shift, 5:00 AM – 1:30 PM

Employment Type: Permanent Placement

Work Type: Full-time

Experience Level: Senior Level

Opportunity Summary

Join a Buena Park manufacturer that makes precision die-cast and CNC-machined components for aerospace and defense customers, as well as medical, automotive, and industrial markets. As a CMM DIP Inspector, you'll verify that critical parts meet exact customer specifications before they ship, which is work where accuracy matters. This permanent, direct-hire role offers a structured path toward independent CMM setup, program interpretation, and advanced dimensional inspection in a quality-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Run approved CMM programs under guidance, confirming the correct program, revision, part orientation, and fixturing before each inspection.
• Perform in-process, first-piece, and final DIP inspections using calipers, micrometers, height gages, bore gages, and other calibrated equipment.
• Compare CMM output against drawings and basic GD&T callouts, escalating questionable or out-of-tolerance results to Quality and Production.
• Document inspection results with full traceability, and identify and control nonconforming or suspect material per established procedures.
• Support first article inspection data collection and ballooned drawing review while building skills in datum structures, probe qualification, and program troubleshooting.

Qualifications

Required

• 1+ years of dimensional inspection, quality, machining, manufacturing, or related technical experience; relevant technical education may substitute for some experience.
• Hands-on experience with calipers and micrometers, plus the ability to read basic engineering drawings, dimensions, tolerances, part numbers, and revisions.
• Ability to stand for extended periods, lift up to 30 lbs, and qualify for access to export-controlled information under applicable U.S. export control laws.

Preferred

• Technical certificate or coursework in metrology, machining, manufacturing, quality, or engineering technology
• Exposure to CMM operation using PC-DMIS, Calypso, or comparable metrology software
• Familiarity with GD&T, first article inspection, surface plate inspection, CNC machined parts, castings, or aerospace quality requirements

Why Join Us

• Permanent, direct-hire position paying $35 - $40/hour
• Early 1st shift schedule, done by 1:30 PM
• Hands-on development alongside experienced inspectors toward independent CMM setup and advanced inspection
• Work on precision aerospace and defense components
• Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and paid time off

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off

Disclaimer: The compensation and benefits information in this posting represent a good faith and reasonable estimate of what it might pay for this position. This information may be modified at any time, subject to applicable law.

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