Inspection Lab Operator Nights or Weekend Shift

Advanced Machining, LLC.; Owasso (OK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Advanced PMC, a family-owned precision manufacturer in Owasso, Oklahoma, is seeking a hands-on Quality Assurance Specialist / Inspection Lab Operator to inspect precision‑machined components and verify compliance with customer requirements and blueprints.

You will apply GD&T during inspection, perform first‑piece, in‑process, and final inspections, and operate precision measuring instruments including calipers, micrometers, height gauges, and CMMs.

Qualifications

• Read and interpret complex engineering drawings and specifications.
• Apply GD&T and tolerance interpretation during inspection.
• Perform first-piece, in-process, and final inspections on machined parts.
• Document results and maintain traceable quality records.
• Identify nonconforming material and communicate findings.

Responsibilities

• Inspect dimensional features using precision measuring instruments.
• Operate and support CMM inspections when needed.
• Verify part identification and customer requirements before shipment.
• Follow AS9100 / ISO 9001 quality procedures.
• Maintain organized inspection environment in lab and shop floor.

Skills

GD&T

Blueprint interpretation

Dimensional inspection

Attention to detail

Documentation

Tools

CMM

Calipers

Micrometers

Height gauges

Optical comparators

Job description

Description

Advanced PMC is seeking a hands‑on Quality Assurance Specialist / Inspection Lab Operator to inspect precision‑machined components and verify compliance with customer, blueprint, and quality requirements. This position requires a strong understanding of GD/T, blueprint interpretation, and dimensional inspection.

This is a shop‑floor and inspection‑lab position

Primary Responsibilities

• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, specifications, and customer requirements.
• Apply Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) during inspection.
• Perform first‑piece, in‑process, and final inspections of precision‑machined components.
• Inspect dimensional features, including size, position, profile, runout, flatness, perpendicularity, and concentricity.
• Operate inspection equipment such as calipers, micrometers, height gauges, bore gauges, indicators, surface plates, optical comparators, and other precision measuring instruments.
• Operate or assist with CMM inspections, depending on experience.
• Document inspection results accurately and maintain traceable quality records.
• Identify and document nonconforming material.
• Communicate inspection findings clearly with Quality, Engineering, and Production personnel.
• Verify part identification, workmanship, and applicable customer requirements before shipment.
• Follow established AS9100, ISO 9001, and company quality procedures.
• Maintain an organized, accurate, and professional inspection environment.

Required Qualifications

• Working knowledge of GD&T.
• Ability to read and interpret complex blueprints and technical drawings.
• Experience inspecting machined parts using precision measuring equipment.
• Ability to understand tolerances, datums, feature‑control frames, and inspection requirements.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accurate documentation.
• Basic computer skills and the ability to enter inspection results into electronic systems.
• Ability to communicate quality concerns clearly and professionally.
• Ability to work independently while supporting the production team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in an aerospace, defense, or precision‑machining environment.
• Experience working within an AS9100 or ISO 9001 quality system.
• Experience operating or programming a CMM.
• Familiarity with first article inspections and AS9102 documentation.
• Experience with inspection planning, nonconformance documentation, and root‑cause investigations.
• Familiarity with CNC‑machined components and manufacturing processes.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to regularly stand, walk, bend, and work at an inspection station.
• Ability to safely lift and handle parts and inspection fixtures.
• Ability to visually inspect parts for small dimensional and cosmetic defects.
• Ability to work in both a climate‑controlled inspection lab and an active manufacturing environment.

About Advanced PMC

Advanced PMC is a family‑owned precision manufacturing company established in 1979. We serve aerospace, defense, energy, and industrial customers through precision machining, assembly, inspection, and material‑distribution services. Advanced PMC is AS9100 and ISO 9001 certified and operates from Owasso, Oklahoma.

Advanced PMC is an equal‑opportunity employer.

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience

• Quality inspection: 1 year (Required)
• CNC: 1 year (Preferred)

Shift availability

• Night Shift (Required)