Mechanical Quality Inspector - Part-Time - 2nd Shift

Prince Industries LLC; Pepperell (MA); On-site; USD 65,904,000 - 77,366,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) with company match

PTO & Holidays

Tuition reimbursement

PPE reimbursement

Uniform rental

Employee events

Job summary

Prince Industries is seeking a Mechanical Quality Inspector to perform First Article Inspections and verify product conformity to customer and engineering drawings, specifications, and related documents. You will coordinate receiving, in-process and final inspections, documenting results in the Quality System Network.

The role requires GD&T proficiency, experience with inspection tools, and the ability to interpret blueprints and specifications, with strong organizational and analytical skills.

Qualifications

• GD&T experience required.
• Experience with inspection equipment (micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, etc.).
• Strong knowledge of GD&T, blueprints and specs interpretation.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to create test plans and cases from specs or verbal instructions.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with cross-functional teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficient with MS Office or related software.

Responsibilities

• Perform First Article Inspections and ensure conformity to drawings and specs.
• Coordinate receiving, in-process, and final inspections and document results.
• Operate and verify measurement equipment per procedures.
• Investigate non-conformities with Engineering and Manufacturing.
• Maintain a safe, organized work environment and follow regulations.
• Support quality system documentation and reporting.

Skills

GDT experience

Inspection equipment

Software testing

Organizational skills

Test planning

Communication

Analytical skills

MS Office

Education

AS9100

High school diploma or GED

Lean manufacturing is a plus

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Opticals

Micro heights

Job description

Who Is Prince?

Founded in 1959 by Ed Miller near Chicago, Prince Industries has grown from a one-man shop into a global manufacturing partner. With seven facilities across the U.S. and China, we serve industries from hydraulics to aerospace, handling everything from just-in-time components to high-volume assemblies.

At Prince, we don’t just make parts—we solve complex supply chain challenges. We are a strategic partner, focused on helping clients improve products, reduce costs, and simplify operations. Certified to ISO 9001:2015, ISO 13485, and AS9100 standards, we combine quality, innovation, and growth-minded thinking to deliver real value.

Job Summary

The Mechanical Quality Inspector is responsible for the First Article Inspection and ensures product conformity to establish requirements by evaluating product to customer and Engineering drawings, specifications, and other related documents. Coordinates the receiving, in-process and final product inspections, and documents results in various reports and logs in the Quality System Network.

Compensation

$23-27/hr

Duties and Responsibilities

• Fundamental mechanical and mathematical inspection knowledge.
• Familiar with the use of all inspection hand gauging including but not limited to, micrometers, thread gauges, dial indicators, calipers, height gauges, etc.
• Ensure proper operation of measurement equipment by following operating instructions.
• Robust knowledge of GD&T, blueprint, and spec interpretation.
• Work and adhere to quality management systems and requirements (i.e., training, policies, procedures, document control)
• Assists Engineering and Manufacturing in the investigation of non-conformities.
• Maintains a safe and clean work environment by following guidelines and procedures and complying with all applicable regulations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Attributes

• GD&T Experience Required
• Experience with inspection equipment such as - Mics, Calipers, Opticals, and Micro heights.
• Extensive knowledge of software and database testing including designing and manipulating test data, validating stored jobs, and error replication.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to create test plans and cases from specifications or verbal communications.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to serve as a liaison with developers, project managers, and customer support.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Education and Experience

• Aerospace experience OR AS9100.
• Lean Manufacturing is a plus
• 5+ years preferred experience and /or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• High school diploma or GED required

Qualifications

• Effectively communicate and understand job instructions both verbally and written in the English language. Ability to effectively interpret and translate instructions to other employees in a professional and respectful manner.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical computations. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

Physical Job Requirements

• Regularly required to sit, stand, or walk the duration of shift, 8-10 hours.
• Occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, reach or bend.
• Regularly lift, push, or pull up to 20 pounds and occasionally up to 40 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision in which 20/20 vision or corrected vision to 20/20 vision is required.
• Occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts.
• Occasionally required to work on the production floor as it relates to the job duties and responsibilities.
• The noise level in the work environment is sometimes loud when working in the plant, in which hearing protection is required.

Benefits

• Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical insurance (PPO and HDHP with HSA) w/ Prescription Coverage
• Dental PPO Insurance
• Vision PPO Insurance
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Company Paid Life Insurance and AD & D – Including options to add on additional life insurance for yourself, spouse & children.
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• 401(k) Fidelity Plan with strong employer match
• Personal Retirement Advisor
• Generous PTO Policy and 9 Paid Holidays per year
• 100% Tuition Reimbursement for Job-Related Classes
• Personal Protective Equipment reimbursement (safety glasses, shoes, etc.)
• Uniform Rental Service
• Employee Events

Due to ITAR regulations, only U.S. persons—defined as U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents (Green Card holders), and U.S. nationals—are eligible for this position.

*We are an Equal Employment Opportunity ("EEO") Employer. Applicants can learn more about Prince's status as an equal opportunity employer by viewing the federal "EEO is the Law" poster ( https://www.eeoc.gov/employers )

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