Precision CMM Technician & Quality Inspector

Challenge Manufacturing; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Challenge Manufacturing is seeking a Quality Inspector/Technician to support our plant in Kansas City, MO. You will implement and uphold the Quality Policy, perform inspections, and help drive continuous improvement across the Quality Management System.

The role requires 1–2 years of related experience, an Associate’s degree (Bachelor’s preferred), and familiarity with CMM/PC-DMIS/PolyWorks. This is an on-site, M-F position with potential for additional shifts as needed.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 1–2 years of related experience and/or training required.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English well enough to safely perform duties.
• Has high standards of performance and takes responsibility for actions and results.
• Follows written/work instructions; maintains safety and company communications.
• Familiar with quality policies, PPAP, and continuous improvement practices.

Responsibilities

• Understands and explains the Quality Policy and its impact on customer satisfaction.
• Explains how the position contributes to fulfilling the Quality Policy.
• Maintains Quality Management System documentation and architecture.
• Identifies non-conformances and logs them for action.
• Performs corrective actions and problem-solving analyses as required.
• Maintains lab and equipment housekeeping in the CMM lab.
• Supports PPAP submissions and customer self-cert programs (GP-7, GP-3, GP-8).
• Keeps up-to-date with customer requirements and quality procedures.

Skills

English literacy

Attention to detail

Safety procedures

Quality standards

GD&T basics

PCDMIS basics

PolyWorks basics

Romer scanning

MS Office

Education

Associate’s Degree

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

CMM

PC-DMIS

PolyWorks

Romer Scanning

Calipers

Micrometers

Job description

Challenge Manufacturing is seeking a Quality Inspector/Technician to support our plant in Kansas City, MO. You will implement and uphold the Quality Policy, perform inspections, and help drive continuous improvement across the Quality Management System.

The role requires 1–2 years of related experience, an Associate’s degree (Bachelor’s preferred), and familiarity with CMM/PC-DMIS/PolyWorks. This is an on-site, M-F position with potential for additional shifts as needed.