QC Inspector

ADDMAN Engineering; Carlsbad (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

ADDMAN Engineering is seeking a Quality Control Inspector to uphold Forecast3D quality standards by inspecting incoming, in-process, and finished products and recording results. You will use calipers, micrometers and height gauges, interpret drawings, generate NCRs, and document inspection results in the QA database.

The role requires attention to detail and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Two years of related experience in quality or manufacturing, or equivalent education/experience.
• Ability to apply simple instructions and read drawings.
• Experience using inspection tools and navigating Windows PC.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Knowledge of ISO9001:2015 or similar standard is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform incoming, in-process, and final inspections of finished product across all technologies.
• Use hand measurement tools (calipers, micrometers, height gauges) to verify dimensions.
• Interpret drawings for dimensional and visual requirements.
• Generate NCRs for discrepant material.
• Apply GD&T as needed to measurement tasks.
• Provide feedback on inspection results to other departments and document results in QA database.
• Follow guidelines for using and maintaining measurement tools.

Skills

Reading drawings

Verbal and written communication

Independence & teamwork

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Windows PC navigation

Microsoft Office

Quality awareness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

2 years quality/manufacturing experience

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Height gauges

Inspection tools

GD&T knowledge

Job description

Description

The Quality Control inspector will maintain Forecast3D quality standards by inspecting incoming, in-process, and finished products, and recording inspection results.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Receiving, in-process, and final inspection of finished product across all technologies.
• Ability to use hand measurement tools such as calipers, micrometers, and height gauges.
• Interpret drawings for dimensional and visual requirements.
• Generate NCRs for discrepant material.
• Ability to understand GD&T and apply it to measuring parts.
• Provides feedback to other departments on inspection results.
• Documents inspection results using internal QA database.
• Follow guidelines for using and maintaining measurement tools.
• Provides feedback to the QA Manager or QC Lead on inspection issues.
• Other duties, tasks, and responsibilities that may be assigned at any time.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Two years of related experience in quality or manufacturing, and/or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out simple one or two-step instructions.
• Must have experience using inspection tools.
• Must be able to navigate a Windows PC.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team.
• Microsoft Office experience.
• Ability to read drawings.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Superior hand skills.
• Production and inspection experience.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to multitask.
• Knowledge of ISO9001:2015 or other industry standard a plus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The role requires frequent interaction with manufacturing operations, where PPE such as safety glasses, hearing protection, and steel-toed shoes are required. Typical plant conditions with ambient temperature, standard lighting, and machining equipment in use.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Ability to sit or stand for extended periods. Occasional lifting (up to 25 lbs.) and movement throughout manufacturing areas. May involve accessing or observing equipment in confined or elevated spaces, following all safety procedures.

SAFETY AND POLICY PRACTICES:

All employees are expected to comply with ADDMAN’s safety standards and environmental policies, including proper handling of hazardous materials. Employees must actively participate in maintaining a safe workplace and report unsafe conditions immediately.

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION:

ADDMAN Engineering is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Women, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities. All terms and conditions of employment will be administered without regard to an individual’s sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

NOTE: This job description is intended to describe the general level of work being performed. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The duties of this position may change from time to time, and the employee may perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization. ADDMAN Engineering reserves the right to add, delete or modify these duties and responsibilities at its discretion. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. Employment is at-will, and nothing in this job description is intended to create or imply a contractual relationship or alter the at-will status of the employee.