Mechanical Inspector Apopka, FL 32703 10/26/2026

Collins Manufacturing, Inc; Florida; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Collins Manufacturing, Inc is seeking an In-Process Inspector to inspect parts at various stages of manufacture and ensure adherence to quality and customer requirements.

Responsibilities include mechanically and visually inspecting parts, training shop floor staff on QC methods, and maintaining tools and work areas. Strong GD&T knowledge and ISO-9001-2015 familiarity are preferred for this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years related experience, preferably with machining and in-process inspection.
• Knowledge of technical drawing interpretation.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational abilities.
• High attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work accurately and thoroughly.

Responsibilities

• Mechanically and visually inspect parts according to customer requirements.
• Inspect workmanship and monitor compliance to standards.
• Follow up with print clarifications, IP form updates, router, print and MR sheet notes.
• Train shop floor employees on QC methods for each job.
• Train staff on inspection methods and ensure proper tools are available.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and equipment.
• Promote a safe work environment and effective communication.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical inspection

Problem solving

Shop math

Communication

Judgment

Quality control

Quantity / speed

GD&T knowledge

ISO-9001-2015 familiar

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Technical or vocational training preferred

Tools

Calipers

Outside micrometers

Pitch mic

Bore gauges

Pin gauges

Thread gauges

Test indicator

Comparator

Microscope

Job description

The In-ProcessInspector inspects parts at various stages of manufacture and monitorscompliance to Quality and customer requirements.

Duties and Responsibilities include:

• Mechanically and visually inspect parts according to customerrequirements.
• Inspects workmanship
• Follow up with print clarification, IP form updates, router, printand MR sheet notes
• Train shop floor employees and help set them up with the proper QCmethods for each job
• Train shop floor employees on the best mechanical inspectionmethods and ensure the correct tools are available for each job
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and maintain equipmentused
• Maintain a positive work atmosphere and communicating effectivelywith co-workers and management
• Ensure that safe work practices are followed.
• Other duties as assigned
• Knowledge of various measuring devices such as calipers, outsidemicrometers, pitch mics, bore gages, pin gages, thread gages, testindicator, comparator and microscope.

To perform the jobsuccessfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Mechanical Inspector Skills & Capacity
• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timelymanner
• Mathematical Skills – Proficient in shop math skills
• Communication Proficiency - Writes clearly and informatively;Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret writteninformation.
• Judgment - Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Includesappropriate people in decision-making process.
• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Monitors own workto ensure quality.
• Quantity - Completes work in a timely manner, work quickly.
• Good understanding of shop math
• Knowledge of GD&T per ASME Y 14.5
• Familiar with ISO-9001-2015

While performing theduties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanicalparts. The noise level in the workenvironment is usually moderate.

Physical Demands:

The physical demandsdescribed here are representative of those that must be met by an employee tosuccessfully perform the essential functions of the job.

• Regularly required to talk or hear
• Frequently required to stand, walk
• Regularly use hands to handle or feel
• Regularly reach with hands and arms
• Occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel orcrouch
• Occasionally life and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Required close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision andability to adjust focus

Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent; Specific technical or vocationaltraining preferred
• Minimum 5 years related experience, preferably with a machiningbackground along with in-process inspection experience
• Knowledge of technical drawing interpretation
• Strong Interpersonal skills and organizational abilities
• High attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work accurately and thoroughly