Inspector Quality Control II

Gleason Corporation; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Flexible scheduling options

NYS Certified Apprenticeship Program

Shift premiums

Development opportunities

Job summary

Gleason Corporation in Rochester, New York is seeking a Quality Control Inspector to ensure product quality and compliance. This role involves extensive inspection and documentation of parts and assemblies, requiring strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Candidates should have an associate degree or similar education and a minimum of three years’ experience in quality control. The company offers a robust benefits package, including a 6% 401(k) match and apprenticeship opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in quality control or inspection.
• Familiarity with GD&T principles and CMM operation.
• Training in metrology is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspection of parts and assemblies for defects.
• Maintain detailed inspection reports and documentation.
• Collaborate with engineering to develop standardized work instructions.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Associate degree or equivalent technical training

Experience in quality disciplines and metrology

Tools

Calypso testing software

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Gleason Works, 1000 University Avenue, Rochester, New York, United States of America

Job Description

About Gleason

With more than 2,200 employees and 13 manufacturing facilities worldwide, Gleason Corporation is a leader in gear technology. Gleason's product and service offerings include gear and transmission design software, gear manufacturing machines and related accessories, gear metrology equipment and automation systems. Gleason products are used by customers in e‑mobility, commercial vehicles, aerospace, agriculture, mining, sustainable energy, construction, power tools, marine and many other industries.

Working for Gleason, you will be connected to work that matters, putting your expertise to its best use while developing skills for the future. The result is a career defined by you, supported by Gleason and built on tangible accomplishments. As we continue to grow and evolve, we are looking for the right people to join us on our mission. If you are interested in being part of our team, there are a few things you should know: We are energized by challenges and the effort needed to solve them. We like working with people who are positive, adaptable and growth‑minded. We care how work gets accomplished and are deeply invested in the success of our customers and colleagues.

Why work at Gleason?

• Excellent benefits package including a 6% Company 401(k) match
• Flexible scheduling options available in some departments
• NYS Certified Apprenticeship Program
• Shift premiums for 2nd and 3rd shifts
• Formal and informal development opportunities

Position Summary

The quality control inspector performs inspection of parts, assemblies, products and/or materials for quality, defects, appearance, finishes, variance, and operation through specification or by visual comparison methods. The quality control inspector will be responsible for the documentation of all variable and attribute results, will assist in the development of standardized work instructions / procedures in accordance with our Quality Management System. This role will be actively engaged in many levels of the organization and must be an excellent communicator and educator of GD&T and proper inspection techniques.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform large and small part inspection on CMM with Calypso software
• Perform gear geometry measurement with metrology equipment
• Perform compliance verifications of incoming supplier materials
• Maintain inspection reports and procedures
• Understand and apply geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T)
• Read and understand engineering drawings, models, work instructions and specifications
• Verify component conformance using precision gauges, micrometers and other measuring instruments
• Have good problem‑solving and troubleshooting skills
• Be collaborative and team oriented
• Be organized, systematic and detail oriented
• Be willing to learn from others and follow explicit instruction
• Have a high level of accountability and pride in your work

Preferred Education / Training / Experience

• Associate degree or equivalent technical school and/or minimum 3 years’ experience and/or training
• Training in quality disciplines and metrology is preferred
• Combination of education and experience considered
• Experience operating a CMM
• Experienced with GD&T

Computer Skills

• Calypso (or other CMM programming software)
• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Outlook

Travel / Compensation

The salary range in this posting depends on qualifications and experience. Actual compensation may vary, and this job posting is not necessarily reflective of actual compensation that may be earned, nor a promise of any specific pay for any specific employee, which is always dependent on relevant experience, qualifications/education, and other factors including work schedule, shift premiums, and overtime.

Gleason is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to age, disability, genetic information and/or predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, national origin, race/color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, victim of domestic violence status, arrest or conviction record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws.

Manufacturing Environment

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that an employee must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job in a manufacturing environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Employees are required to use proper lift assistance for any objects over 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job may include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job in a manufacturing environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to moving mechanical parts; wet and/or humid conditions; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outside weather conditions; extreme heat; risk of electrical shock; and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, experience and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

DISCLAIMER

The duties listed in this job description are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed and is not an all inclusive summary of job duties and responsibilities. The omission of specific statements or duties and responsibilities does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the Company as the needs of the Company and requirements of the job change.

The Gleason Works, 1000 University Avenue, Rochester, New York, United States of America