Precision Receiving Inspector – On-Site, High-Impact QC

Salas O’Brien, Inc.; Los Alamos (NM); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Salas O’Brien, Inc. is seeking a full-time Receiving Inspector to support the Scorpius project in Los Alamos, NM. The role inspects newly received shipments and precision-engineered parts before they enter inventory or are released for use, ensuring materials meet PO, drawing, documentation, and quality requirements.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED and 2+ years in receiving/quality inspection. Background checks and drug screening apply; citizenship is required for the project.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years of receiving, quality, or manufacturing inspection experience preferred.
• Ability to read basic mechanical drawings, part numbers, and specifications and use precision measuring tools.
• Accurate documentation and familiarity with inspection reports and material tracking.

Responsibilities

• Inspect incoming Scorpius shipments, machined parts, equipment, and assemblies against purchase orders, drawings, and specifications.
• Check quantities, part identification, physical condition, material records, and certificates of conformance where required.
• Use calipers, micrometers, gauges, and inspection procedures to verify dimensions and tolerances.
• Document inspection results and material traceability; segregate and report damaged or nonconforming items.
• Coordinate discrepancies with inventory, quality, procurement, and engineering before release to assembly.

Skills

Reading drawings

Inspection

Documentation

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Gauges

Job description

Salas O’Brien, Inc. is seeking a full-time Receiving Inspector to support the Scorpius project in Los Alamos, NM. The role inspects newly received shipments and precision-engineered parts before they enter inventory or are released for use, ensuring materials meet PO, drawing, documentation, and quality requirements.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED and 2+ years in receiving/quality inspection. Background checks and drug screening apply; citizenship is required for the project.