Precision Quality Inspector – GD&T, FAI & CMM

PrideNow; East Aurora (NY); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

PrideNow in East Aurora, NY seeks a detail-oriented Quality Inspector to ensure precision components meet customer specifications. You will read blueprints and GD&T, perform first-piece and First Article Inspections, document results, and collaborate with operators to resolve issues.

The role emphasizes continuous improvement, safety, and on-time production, with a 6:00 AM - 3:30 PM schedule and a pay rate of $24.00 - $28.00 per hour, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two (2) years of quality inspection experience in a precision manufacturing environment.
• Strong ability to read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and technical specifications.
• Working knowledge of GD&T principles.
• Experience performing first-piece and First Article Inspections (FAI).
• Proficiency using precision measuring instruments and inspection equipment.
• Basic computer skills for inspection documentation and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Inspect precision-machined components at inspection and production stations to ensure compliance with customer specifications and quality standards.
• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) requirements.
• Perform first-piece inspections and verify product conformity.
• Conduct First Article Inspections (FAI) on manufactured products.
• Perform random inspections and quality audits throughout the manufacturing floor.
• Utilize precision measuring equipment, including micrometers, calipers, comparators, vision systems, dial gauges, pin gauges, and precision gauge blocks.
• Verify dimensions, concentricity, squareness, parallelism, surface finish, and overall product quality.
• Perform visual inspections using microscopes to identify burrs, surface defects, and finish issues.
• Accurately document inspection results and non-conformances in written and electronic formats.
• Collaborate with machine operators and production personnel to identify and resolve quality issues.
• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and housekeeping requirements.
• Support continuous improvement and maintain a strong commitment to quality and on-time production.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by supervisors or team leads.

Skills

Blueprints & GD&T reading

First Piece Inspections

First Article Inspections (FAI)

Precision measuring tools

Quality inspection experience

Teamwork & communication

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Safety & continuous improvement

Tools

CMM

PC-DMIS

Micrometers

Calipers

Vision systems

Job description

PrideNow in East Aurora, NY seeks a detail-oriented Quality Inspector to ensure precision components meet customer specifications. You will read blueprints and GD&T, perform first-piece and First Article Inspections, document results, and collaborate with operators to resolve issues.

The role emphasizes continuous improvement, safety, and on-time production, with a 6:00 AM - 3:30 PM schedule and a pay rate of $24.00 - $28.00 per hour, depending on experience.