Quality Assurance Inspector III / CMM Operator

Pioneer Human Services; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Pioneer Human Services in Seattle, WA is seeking a Quality Assurance Inspector III / CMM Operator to inspect aerospace and CNC machined parts and verify conformance to drawings and customer specs.

You'll read blueprints, generate FAI reports, operate CMM, and help ensure measurement methods meet GD&T standards. This role requires a HS diploma, 4 years QA inspection, and hands-on CMM experience. The position is full-time and on-site in Seattle.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 4 years of quality assurance inspection.
• Knowledge of paint thickness.
• Geometric dimensioning and tolerance skills.
• CMM Programmer and Operator experience required

Responsibilities

• Inspect aerospace and CNC machined parts for conformance to blueprints and customer specifications.
• Record inspection data and generate first article reports.
• Operate CMM and assist with GD&T measurement processes.
• Read blueprints and work orders to determine specifications.
• Communicate results and coordinate with internal/external customers.

Skills

CMM Programmer and Operator

Geometric dimensioning and tolerancing

Knowledge of paint thickness

4 years of quality assuranceInspection

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

If you are looking for employment with a purpose where you can help improve the daily lives of the members of your community, then consider a career with Pioneer Human Services!

We are currently looking for a Quality Assurance Inspector III/CMM Operator with a passion for human services. This is an exciting opportunity to be involved with an organization focused on a transformative path towards social change, creating pathways for rehabilitation, reintegration, and redemption.

Who we are – Our Mission

We empower justice-involved individuals to overcome adversity and reach their full potential.

For over 60 years, we have proudly serviced our clients with professionalism and empathy. We are a nationally recognized non-profit with 35+ locations across Washington state that provided a chance for change to over 9,500 individuals in 2024.

What We Offer

At Pioneer, our employees are our most valuable asset. That’s why we’re proud to offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to support your health, security, and work-life balance.

Compensation:

New hires for this position typically start between $28.08 and $35.10 hourly, depending on factors such as work location, experience, qualifications, skills, competencies, internal equity, and market conditions. While the full pay range is provided to support pay transparency, individual compensation will vary within the range based on these factors.

Benefits:

Eligible after 30 days of full-time employment (minimum of 30 hours/week):

• Medical
• Flexible spending
• Dental
• Vision

Additional coverage after 60 days:

• Life
• AD&D
• Disability

Other benefits:

• Dependent Daycare Flexible Spending
• Tuition assistance (100% for bachelor's, 50% for graduate programs)
• Retirement plan (3.5% annual compensation contribution, plus 3.5% match for 6% individual contribution)
• Employee recognition programs
• Public transportation discount
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

Join Pioneer and be part of a team that values and invests in you.

What you’ll do

Inspect aerospace and commercial CNC machined parts to verify configuration to blueprints, drawings, and/or customer specifications. Work with complex measurements and 1st article reports. Use Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance

PRIMARY/ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide complex first article reports
• Inspect, test, or measure CNC machined parts for conformance to specifications.
• Measure dimensions of products to verify conformance to specifications, using measuring instruments such as CMM, rulers, calipers, gauges, or micrometers.
• Read blueprints, work orders, part lists, or other materials to determine specifications are being met.
• Record inspection or test data, such as weights, holes, or feature positions, and quantities inspected
• Able to convert data into FAI's via Net-Inspect or AS9102 Forms
• Discard or reject products, materials, or equipment not meeting specifications
• Familiar with and able to operate CMM and knowledge of current software
• Able to program simple programs from provided drawings and/or models
• Troubleshoot process and provide general statistical data
• Effectively communicate with both internal and external customers
• Perform testing on materials including paint thickness,
• Collect or select samples for testing or for use as models
• Write test or inspection reports describing results, recommendations, or needed repairs.
• Maintain work areas and equipment in a clean and orderly condition
• Follow all safety rules and regulations
• Able to be a role model, coach and trainer for new associates to foster a team environment.
• This position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a "US Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 is required.

What you’ll bring (required qualifications):

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 4 years of quality assurance inspection.
• Knowledge of paint thickness.
• Geometric dimensioning and tolerance skills.
• CMM Programmer and Operator experience required

EEO

Pioneer human services is an equal opportunity employer of minorities/women/individuals with disabilities/protected veterans and does not unlawfully discriminate under federal, state, or local laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or protected veteran status. EEOC is the Law/EEO Policy Statement.

Pioneer Human Services is a Drug-Free Company

Pioneer Human Services is a drug free company. This position has been deemed safety sensitive under RCW 49.44.240(3) and is subject to both pre-employment drug testing and drug testing during employment, to include testing for marijuana.