Die Cast Quality Inspector: Precision & Process Improvement

Pace Industries, LLC; Town of Grafton (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Orion Casting in Wisconsin seeks a Quality Technician to ensure HPDC parts meet customer specs and internal standards. You will inspect, audit, test, and document data while collaborating with Production, Engineering, and Maintenance to resolve quality concerns.

Role emphasizes continuous improvement, root-cause analysis (5 Whys, Fishbone, Pareto), and participation in PPAP/FAI, ISO/IATF compliance, and safety initiatives.

Qualifications

• Must read engineering drawings and GD&T specifications.
• Proficient with precision measuring tools and data analysis.
• Experience in a die casting or metal manufacturing environment preferred.
• ASQ CQT or equivalent certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform first-piece, in-process, and final inspections of die cast components.
• Verify conformance using calipers, micrometers, height gauges, CMM when applicable.
• Conduct visual inspections for porosity, misruns, flash, and dimensional issues.
• Collect and analyze quality data to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
• Initiate NCMRs and assist containment activities.
• Support PPAP, FAI inspections, capability studies, and gauge validation.
• Participate in internal and customer audits; ensure ISO 9001/IATF 16949 compliance.
• Assist in updating quality procedures and standard work; promote safety.

Skills

Reading drawings

GD&T

Measurement instruments

Data analysis

Problem solving

Verbal and written communication

Education

Associate degree in Manufacturing/Quality

ASQ Certified Quality Technician (CQT)

Tools

CMM operation

MS Office

SPC tools

Job description

Orion Casting in Wisconsin seeks a Quality Technician to ensure HPDC parts meet customer specs and internal standards. You will inspect, audit, test, and document data while collaborating with Production, Engineering, and Maintenance to resolve quality concerns.

Role emphasizes continuous improvement, root-cause analysis (5 Whys, Fishbone, Pareto), and participation in PPAP/FAI, ISO/IATF compliance, and safety initiatives.