Precision CNC Quality Inspector & CMM Technician

SilencerCo; Centralia (WA); On-site; USD 71,635,000 - 100,289,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Ongoing training and professional dev.

Opportunities for advancement

Job summary

ZEV Technologies in Centralia, WA is seeking a CNC Quality Inspector / CMM Technician to support precision machining operations. This hands-on role focuses on first article, in-process, receiving, and final inspections to ensure components meet specifications.

Ideal candidates have strong mechanical aptitude, experience with CMMs, and the ability to collaborate with engineering and production to resolve dimensional concerns while maintaining quality records.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a CNC machining, precision manufacturing, or manufacturing quality environment.
• Experience inspecting precision machined components or supporting CNC manufacturing operations.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Working knowledge of GD&T.
• Experience using precision measuring equipment including micrometers, calipers, indicators, bore gages, and height gages.
• Strong attention to detail and mechanical aptitude.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently while supporting production priorities.

Responsibilities

• Perform first article, in-process, receiving, and final inspections.
• Verify product conformity using engineering drawings, CAD models, technical data packages, and customer specifications.
• Perform dimensional inspections utilizing precision measuring equipment including CMMs, micrometers, calipers, indicators, bore gages, height gages, thread gages, optical comparators, and other metrology equipment.
• Accurately document inspection results and maintain quality records.
• Operate and support CMM inspection activities.
• Develop, modify, and execute CMM inspection programs based on experience and training.
• Verify dimensional results using alternate measurement methods when necessary.
• Maintain calibration records and ensure inspection equipment remains compliant and operational.
• Work closely with machinists, programmers, engineering, and production personnel to resolve dimensional concerns.
• Investigate discrepancies between manual inspection, CMM results, CAD models, and engineering drawings.
• Support manufacturing by providing timely inspection results that keep production moving while maintaining quality standards.
• Participate in first article inspections, process validation, and new product introductions.
• Monitor inspection results for recurring quality concerns and process variation.
• Participate in root cause investigations and corrective actions.
• Assist with improving inspection methods and manufacturing processes.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional work environment.

Skills

GD&T reading

Engineering drawings

Dimensional inspection

Quality documentation

Attention to detail

Independent work

Communication skills

Tools

CMM (PC-DMIS/Calypso)

Micrometers

Calipers

Indicators

Bore gauges

Height gauges

Optical comparators

Job description

ZEV Technologies in Centralia, WA is seeking a CNC Quality Inspector / CMM Technician to support precision machining operations. This hands-on role focuses on first article, in-process, receiving, and final inspections to ensure components meet specifications.

Ideal candidates have strong mechanical aptitude, experience with CMMs, and the ability to collaborate with engineering and production to resolve dimensional concerns while maintaining quality records.