QC Inspector (FARO)

Ultra Corpotech Inc.; Conroe (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Professional development

Career growth

Job summary

Ultra Corpotech Inc. in Conroe, TX seeks a QC Inspector with hands-on experience using FARO Arm/Laser Tracker to support dimensional inspection in sheet metal fabrication.

You will validate parts against CAD drawings and generate inspection outputs. The role requires GD&T mastery, program development for FAI, in-process and final inspection, and collaboration with engineering and production to drive quality improvements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; metrology or FARO certification preferred.
• 1–3 years hands-on FARO Arm or Laser Tracker experience.
• 3–5 years quality inspection experience in fabrication or machining.
• Valid and recent certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform high-precision dimensional inspections using FARO Arm to validate parts against CAD models and drawings.
• Develop, execute, and maintain inspection programs for FAI, in-process verification, and final inspection.
• Must be able to create programs for new parts to support NPD activities.
• Ability to integrate measurements into workflows and deliver deviation reports and color maps.
• Interpret GD&T requirements to establish datums, inspection strategies, and acceptance criteria.
• Document and report inspection results, including non-conformities, and support root-cause analysis with teams.
• Maintain calibration and proper maintenance of FARO equipment; support audits and ISO/AS9100 compliance.

Skills

GD&T mastery

FARO operations

data analysis

communication

Education

High school diploma

Metrology certification

Tools

FARO CAM2

PolyWorks

Verisurf

SPC software

Job description

Job Title: QC Inspector (FARO)

Department: Quality

Location: Conroe, Texas

Reports To: Quality Manager

Position Overview

We are seeking a skilled QC Inspector with hands‑on experience in FARO portable CMM systems (Arm and/or Laser Tracker) to support dimensional inspection activities in a fast‑paced sheet metal fabrication environment.

This role is responsible for ensuring product conformance through precise measurement, inspection programming, and data‑driven analysis. The ideal candidate brings strong GD&T expertise, practical shop‑floor experience, and the ability to translate inspection data into actionable quality improvements.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform high‑precision dimensional inspections using FARO Arm to validate parts against CAD models and engineering drawings.
• Develop, execute, and maintain inspection programs for First Article Inspection (FAI), in‑process verification, and final inspection.
• Must be able to create programs for new parts to support NPD activities.
• Ability to integrate measurements into workflows.
• Generate and analyze inspection outputs including deviation reports, color maps, and point cloud comparisons.
• Interpret GD&T requirements to establish datums, inspection strategies, and acceptance criteria.
• Proficient with precision measuring equipment including calipers, micrometers, height gauges, bore gauges, profilometers, WFT and DFT gauges.
• Document and report inspection results, including any non‑conformities, in accordance with company's IMS (Integrated Management System).
• Identify and document non‑conformances; support root‑cause analysis and corrective actions with engineering and production teams.
• Maintain accurate inspection records and prepare reports (including FAIR/AS9102 when applicable).
• Ensure FARO equipment is properly maintained, calibrated, and compliant with certification requirements.
• Support internal audits, customer audits, and quality system compliance (ISO 9001 / AS9100 as applicable).
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts by identifying trends in dimensional variation and process capability.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical certification in metrology, CMM, or FARO operation preferred.
• Minimum 1–3 years of hands‑on experience operating FARO Arm or Laser Tracker in a manufacturing environment.
• 3–5 years of overall quality inspection experience in fabrication, machining, or similar industries.
• Valid and recent certifications are a plus.

Technical Skills

• Strong proficiency with FARO hardware and inspection software (PolyWorks, FARO CAM2, Verisurf, or equivalent).
• Solid understanding of GD&T with ability to build inspection plans from drawings and CAD models.
• Experience with inspection reporting, deviation analysis, and dimensional validation workflows.
• Proficient in conventional inspection tools (calipers, micrometers, height gauges, etc.).
• Familiarity with quality systems (ISO 9001, AS9100 preferred).
• Working knowledge of SPC and data analysis tools is a plus.

Soft Skills

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Problem‑solving mindset with ability to support root‑cause analysis.
• Effective communication across quality, engineering, and production teams.
• Ability to work independently in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in sheet metal fabrication or welded assemblies.
• Exposure to quality management systems.
• Experience supporting new product introduction (NPI) or pilot builds.
• Lean / Six Sigma exposure (preferred but not required).

Key Success Metrics

• Accuracy and repeatability of inspection results.
• Reduction in dimensional non‑conformances.
• Timely completion of FAIs and inspection reports.
• Effectiveness in supporting root‑cause and corrective actions.
• Equipment uptime and calibration compliance.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off, holidays, and sick leave.
• Professional development and continuing education support.
• Opportunities for career growth in a global organization.

Ultra Corpotech Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.