First Article Inspector - Precision Dimensional QA

Fathom Digital Manufacturing; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Fathom Digital Manufacturing seeks a meticulous Quality Inspector to perform First Article Inspections and dimensional verifications in a fast-paced fabrication setting in Denver. You will review drawings, validate conformity, and document results as part of the Quality team, collaborating with Production and Manufacturing to meet customer requirements.

Responsibilities include FAIs, ballooned prints, measurement reports, and maintaining traceable records.

Qualifications

• Experience with FAIs is required.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Familiarity with sheet metal fabrication and/or machining preferred.
• Experience using standard inspection and measurement equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy.
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Excel and QA/documentation systems; high QA experience is a plus.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Perform First Article Inspections (FAIs) in accordance with customer and internal requirements.
• Conduct dimensional inspections using calipers, micrometers, height gauges, pin gauges, and other precision measuring equipment.
• Review engineering drawings, specifications, and inspection requirements.
• Complete FAIR documentation packages including ballooned prints and measurement reports.
• Verify material certifications, hardware, finishes, and special process documentation.
• Identify and document nonconformances and communicate issues to Quality Control and Production teams.
• Support in-process and final inspection activities as needed.
• Maintain accurate inspection records and ensure traceability requirements are met.
• Assist with containment and sorting activities when required.

Skills

Quality inspection

Drawing interpretation

Detail oriented

Independent worker

Documentation accuracy

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Height gauges

Pin gauges

Job description

Fathom Digital Manufacturing seeks a meticulous Quality Inspector to perform First Article Inspections and dimensional verifications in a fast-paced fabrication setting in Denver. You will review drawings, validate conformity, and document results as part of the Quality team, collaborating with Production and Manufacturing to meet customer requirements.

Responsibilities include FAIs, ballooned prints, measurement reports, and maintaining traceable records.