Dimensional Quality Inspector, Aluminum Castings

Angstrom Aluminum; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Angstrom Aluminum Castings in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking a Dimensional Quality Inspector for the night shift. You will inspect incoming materials, in-process parts, and finished castings to ensure conformance to drawings and tolerances using calipers, micrometers, and metrology tools.

Record inspection results in QC software, collaborate with production to drive corrective actions, and help train new team members on inspection methods and quality standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical training or quality certifications are a plus.
• Hands-on background in quality inspection or a related manufacturing role.
• Meticulous attention to detail with strong analytical thinking.
• Comfort with inspection tools and measurement techniques.
• Strong written and verbal communication; documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Examine incoming materials, in-process parts, and finished castings to verify conformance to drawings and tolerances.
• Use calipers, micrometers, and metrology tools to validate dimensions with accuracy.
• Record inspection outcomes in quality control software and logs.
• Work with operators and supervisors to isolate root causes and drive timely corrections.
• Contribute ideas for continuous improvement in quality and efficiency.
• Help onboard and coach new team members on inspection methods and standards.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Documentation skills

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

QC software

Measurement gauges

Job description

Join Angstrom Aluminum Castings as a Dimensional Quality InspectorStep into our Grand Rapids, MI facility and become a key guardian of product integrity on our night shift. From the first part off the line to the last shipment out the door, your eye for detail and command of precision tools will keep our aluminum castings on spec and our customers delighted.A day (night) in the roleYour shift runs Sunday night through Thursday night, 10:30 PM–7:00 AM, with the possibility of overtime on Friday night. You’ll move between incoming material checks, in-process audits, and final inspections—documenting what you find and partnering closely with production to resolve anything that doesn’t meet standard.What you’ll doExamine incoming materials, work-in-process parts, and finished castings to verify conformance to drawings, specifications, and tolerances.Use measurement gauges, calipers, micrometers, and other metrology tools to validate dimensions with accuracy.Record inspection outcomes clearly and completely in quality control software and associated logs.Work side by side with operators and supervisors to isolate root causes and drive timely corrections.Contribute ideas and actions for continuous improvement that elevate quality and efficiency.Help onboard and coach new team members on inspection methods and quality standards.Keep current on relevant quality systems, standards, and industry best practices.Remain able to stand in one area on your feet for up to 8 consecutive hours during a shift.Support overtime needs as required.What you bringHigh school diploma or equivalent; additional technical training or quality certifications are a plus.Hands-on background in quality inspection or a closely related manufacturing role.Meticulous attention to detail paired with strong analytical thinking.Comfort with inspection tools and measurement techniques.Self-directed approach with a collaborative mindset.Clear, professional communication—written and verbal.Working knowledge of basic computer applications for documentation and reporting.Your toolsetMeasurement GaugesCalipers and MicrometersQuality Control SoftwareProficiencies we valueQuality Inspection ExperienceQuality Control ExperienceAdvanced Inspection & Gauge MeasurementIf precision, teamwork, and continuous improvement energize you, we’d love to hear from you.