QC Inspector, CMM Programmer

Marotta Controls; Parsippany-Troy Hills (NJ); On-site; USD 50,282 - 64,747; Full time

Job summary

Marotta Controls in Parsippany, NJ is seeking a Quality Control Inspector / CMM Programmer to perform visual and dimensional inspections on manufactured parts and assemblies. The role requires interpreting drawings, customer orders, and specifications, and reporting results to customers with shipments.

The candidate will train staff on CMM software, conduct first-article inspections, and ensure data integrity through logs and reports.

Qualifications

• Technical school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 5-7 years of experience with mechanical or electronic part inspection in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Experience in quality with machined mechanical parts including GD&T interpretation, programming for automatic inspection with optical vision systems and CMMs, use of profilometers, special microscopes, and other measuring tools.
• Knowledge of AS9102 FAIR documentation and inspection.
• Familiarity with AQL, sampling methods, and traceability.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for interactions with all personnel and external agents.
• Strong computer literacy, especially Microsoft Office and relevant systems and equipment.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.

Responsibilities

• Train inspection personnel on CMM software and manual measurement techniques.
• Perform mechanical measurements and visual quality assessments of received items, work-in-progress, and finished goods.
• Perform 1st Piece Inspection on machined parts and conduct product quality analysis.
• Inspect with thread gauges, GO/NO-GO plug gauges, V-Blocks, gauge blocks, height stands, dial indicators, ID/OD micrometers, and thread pitch diameter gauges.
• Generate spreadsheets for data collection, evaluate product history, and recommend sample size according to AQL.
• Reconcile final inspection documentation for shipments.
• Collaborate with source inspectors and participate in source inspection duties as needed.
• Read, understand, and interpret mechanical and electronic drawings.
• Approve incoming materials by confirming specifications, conducting visual and physical measurements, and rejecting unsuitable parts.
• Approve in-process production by confirming specifications, conducting visual and physical measurements, and communicating required adjustments.
• Approve finished products by confirming specifications and performing visual and physical measurements.
• Document inspection results by completing reports and logs, summarizing re-work and waste, and inputting data into the quality database.
• Ensure equipment is operational and calibrated, follow operating instructions, and coordinate repairs.
• Work with Engineering, Operations, and other stakeholders to resolve issues and meet goals.

Skills

Inspection experience

GD&T interpretation

Communication skills

Computer literacy

Drawings interpretation

U.S. citizenship

Education

Technical school diploma

Tools

CMMs

Optical vision systems

Profilometers

Special microscopes

Gage blocks

GO/NO-GO gauges

Dial indicators

Micrometers

Job description

Quality Control Inspector / CMM Programmer

Location: Parsippany, NJ

Overview

The Quality Control Inspector/Programmer is responsible for visual and dimensional inspections on manufactured parts, assemblies, and sub‑assemblies. Responsibilities include inspecting parts against engineering drawings, customer purchase orders, work orders, industry standards, and specifications, and reporting inspection results directly to customers with shipments.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Technical school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 5‑7 years of experience with mechanical or electronic part inspection in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Experience in quality with machined mechanical parts including GD&T interpretation, programming for automatic inspection with optical vision systems and CMMs, use of profilometers, special microscopes, and other measuring tools.
• Knowledge of AS9102 FAIR documentation and inspection.
• Familiarity with AQL, sampling methods, and traceability.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for interactions with all personnel and external agents.
• Strong computer literacy, especially Microsoft Office and relevant systems and equipment.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.

Essential or Primary / Key Responsibilities

• Train inspection personnel on CMM software and manual measurement techniques.
• Perform mechanical measurements and visual quality assessments of received items, work‑in‑progress, and finished goods.
• Perform 1st Piece Inspection on machined parts and conduct product quality analysis.
• Inspect with thread gauges, GO/NO‑GO plug gauges, V‑Blocks, gauge blocks, height stands, dial indicators, ID/OD micrometers, and thread pitch diameter gauges.
• Generate spreadsheets for data collection, evaluate product history, and recommend sample size according to AQL.
• Reconcile final inspection documentation for shipments.
• Collaborate with source inspectors and participate in source inspection duties as needed.
• Read, understand, and interpret mechanical and electronic drawings.
• Approve incoming materials by confirming specifications, conducting visual and physical measurements, and rejecting unsuitable parts.
• Approve in‑process production by confirming specifications, conducting visual and physical measurements, and communicating required adjustments.
• Approve finished products by confirming specifications and performing visual and physical measurements.
• Document inspection results by completing reports and logs, summarizing re‑work and waste, and inputting data into the quality database.
• Ensure equipment is operational and calibrated, follow operating instructions, and coordinate repairs.
• Work with Engineering, Operations, and other stakeholders to resolve issues and meet goals.

Additional Duties / Responsibilities

• Bring initiatives and activities to timely closure through effective interaction with internal and external individuals.
• Maintain and elevate relationships with Business Development, Engineering, Operations, Customer Service, and all other company facets.
• Abide by all safety, quality, housekeeping, and company policies and procedures to ensure compliance with regulatory and internal system requirements.
• Contribute to a positive and cooperative work environment through effective communication at all levels.
• Actively participate in team meetings, improvement initiatives, and programs to provide constructive recommendations and support company goals.
• Demonstrate commitment to company values.
• Keep management informed of area activities and significant problems.
• Assume responsibility for related duties as required or assigned.
• Maintain clean, secure, and well‑maintained work area and work areas of direct reports.
• Complete special projects and miscellaneous assignments as required.

Work Environment

• Exposure to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, and vibration; noise level may be loud.
• Work in both professional office and manufacturing/machine shop environments, using standard office equipment and appropriate eye, hearing, and foot protection.
• Full‑time position; overtime and weekend work may be required as duties demand.
• Rare travel may be required to coordinate CMM inspection techniques with suppliers.

Physical Requirements

• Regularly required to talk and hear.
• Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus; vision and color vision must pass job‑required screening.
• Occasionally required to sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch.
• May be required to lift and move items weighing up to 25 pounds.

Pay Range

$36.50 - $47.00 per hour

Benefits and Compensation

Competitive compensation includes incentive pay and a comprehensive benefits package: medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; 401(k) plan with company match; tuition assistance; paid vacation, sick and personal days; paid holidays; and flexible scheduling options such as compressed workweeks.

EEO Statement

Veterans are encouraged to apply. U.S. citizenship is required. The position is at our Parsippany, NJ office location.