Precision Quality Inspector – FAI & CMM Expertise

Gradel Professional Search; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Gradel Professional Search is seeking a detail-oriented quality assurance inspector to verify incoming materials, in-process subassemblies, and finished components meet engineering drawings and customer specifications. Reporting to the Quality Manager, you will collaborate with shop floor teams on receiving, first article, in-process, audit, and final shipping inspections.

The role emphasizes precise measurement using micrometers, calipers, depth gauges, CMMs and optical comparators, with focus

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalency.
• 2 to 3 years of hands-on quality inspection experience in a precision manufacturing or machining environment.
• Ability to read, interpret, and analyze complex engineering blueprints and drawings.
• Solid shop math, GD&T, and practical measurement techniques.
• Fluency in verbal and written English with clear documentation of findings.
• Computer literacy with standard desktop software (e.g., Microsoft Excel).
• Self-directed work in a dynamic, deadline-driven setting.

Responsibilities

• Execute receiving, first-article (FAI), in-process, audit, and final pre-shipment inspections.
• Verify dimensions and visuals against blueprints, travelers, and client requirements.
• Use handheld tools (micrometers, calipers, depth gauges) and CMM/optical fixtures.
• Maintain calibration status and log inspection results in software/spreadsheets.
• Provide timely feedback on out-of-spec findings to operators and leaders.
• Assist root-cause investigations and CAPA activities to prevent defects.
• Collaborate with production to align quality expectations and improve procedures.

Job description

Gradel Professional Search is seeking a detail-oriented quality assurance inspector to verify incoming materials, in-process subassemblies, and finished components meet engineering drawings and customer specifications. Reporting to the Quality Manager, you will collaborate with shop floor teams on receiving, first article, in-process, audit, and final shipping inspections.

The role emphasizes precise measurement using micrometers, calipers, depth gauges, CMMs and optical comparators, with focus