Precision Grinding Quality Inspector

Torrey Holistics; Petersburg (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership

401(k) Match

Medical benefits

HSA contributions

Tuition Reimbursement

Referral Bonuses

Job summary

Amsted Rail Petersburg is seeking a Precision Grinding Quality Inspector to ensure parts meet print specifications. You will verify first-pieces using calibrated gauges, measure critical dimensions, and record inspection data in the company system, flagging any nonconformances.

During shifts you support setup with attachments, assist with changeovers, and help in other areas such as equipment operation, packing, or material handling, while upholding Amsted Rail's safety and environmental

Qualifications

• Ability to measure dimensions to print and specs using gauges per the quality plan.
• Able to lift 10–50 lbs.
• Experience in industrial/manufacturing environment is a plus.
• Able to pass pre-employment drug & background screening.
• Follow safety, ergonomics, and environmental standards.

Responsibilities

• Verify first-piece against print and specifications using calibrated gauges.
• Measure dimensions of machined/fabricated parts and record inspection data.
• Flag nonconformances and notify Supervisors.
• Assist setup personnel with changeovers and attachments across lines/cells.
• Record inspection data in the company system.
• Perform other duties including equipment operation, packing, and material handling.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Industrial/manufacturing experience

Quality inspection

Print reading / reading blueprints

Calibrated gauges usage

Tools

Calibrated gauges

Job description

Precision Grinding Quality InspectorA day in this roleYou arrive to the Grinding Department ready to champion quality. Your first task: verify a first-piece against the print and specifications, using calibrated gauges and following the departmental quality plan. Through the shift, you move between work cells, measuring critical dimensions on processed parts, recording inspection results in the company system, and flagging any nonconformances so the right people are notified immediately. When changeovers occur, you lend a hand to setup personnel with attachments and tooling, and you pitch in across the area—operating equipment, packing, or material handling—so production stays on track. At times you’ll manually lift components or use hoists/cranes to position them safely. Throughout, you model Amsted Rail’s safety, ergonomics, and environmental standards.To perform successfully, you must be able to meet each essential function, with or without reasonable accommodation.Core responsibilitiesFollow all plant-wide safety, ergonomics, and environmental practices outlined by the Amsted Rail Health & Safety program.Measure dimensions of machined/fabricated parts to print and specs using gauges per the departmental quality plan.Support first-piece inspections and check product condition for defects.Assist setup personnel with changeovers and attachments across work lines/cells.Record inspection/test data and production run details accurately in the company computer system.Segregate suspect product and promptly notify appropriate personnel/supervisors of issues.Lift and position machine components manually or with hoists/cranes.Perform other duties as assigned, including equipment operation, packing, and material handling.QualificationsSuccessfully pass a pre-employment drug & background screeningAble to lift, push, and pull 10–50 lbs.Consistently wear employer-provided PPE required by the department.Comfortable standing and moving throughout the department for a full shift.Mechanical aptitude; prior industrial/manufacturing experience is a plus.Why Amsted Rail PetersburgEmployee Ownership: Annual stock awards (10% of compensation)401(k) Match: Up to 4% dollar-for-dollarComprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, HSA with company contributions, life insurance, disability coverage, and pet insurance available after 30 daysCompetitive Pay: Competitive hourly rate considering prior experience, plus annual bonus eligibility potentialCareer Growth: On-the-job training, pay-for-skill, and advancement opportunitiesWork-Life Balance: Paid Time Off (PTO) starting at 3 weeks of PTO, 11 paid holidays, 12-hr Day Schedule (7:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.)Additional Offerings: Tuition Reimbursement, Referral Bonuses, Employee Discount ProgramsAmsted Rail’s commitment to Affirmative Action:Amsted Rail is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.To review our EEO Policies or to request assistance please go to www.amstedrail.com/careers/ and select EEO Compliance/Statements. To learn more about us, please visit us online at www.amstedrail.com.