Quality Control -CMM

gpac; City of Yonkers (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Year-end bonus

Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time

Job summary

gpac is helping a New York-area CNC shop hire a Quality Control Specialist to inspect high-precision parts for aerospace and defense programs. The role requires reading GD&T, operating CMMs and maintaining FAIRs, with a focus on accuracy and documentation.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in CNC QC, ISO 9001/AS9100 familiarity, and the ability to work overtime to meet production schedules.

Qualifications

• Min 3 years in quality control/inspection in CNC manufacturing.
• Aerospace or Defense experience with tight tolerances.
• Strong GD&T knowledge (ASME Y14.5) and PC-DMIS.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 & AS9100 quality systems.
• Experience inspecting CNC lathes and mills.
• Detail-oriented with clear documentation.
• Willingness to work overtime and Saturdays.

Responsibilities

• Perform in-process and final inspections on CNC-machined components.
• Operate and support CMMs; modify programs as needed.
• Prepare, review, and maintain FAIRs for production runs.
• Read GD&T per ASME Y14.5 and interpret drawings.
• Document nonconformances and drive root-cause actions.
• Maintain calibration logs and quality documentation.
• Collaborate with machinists, engineers and production to ensure quality.
• Support continuous improvement of inspection processes.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Flexibility

Cross-functional Collaboration

Tools

PC-DMIS

CMM operation

Job description

Quality Control Specialist (Aerospace / Defense)

We are a well-established CNC machine shop in the New York Metro area seeking an experienced Quality Control Specialist to support precision manufacturing in the aerospace and defense industries. As an ISO 9001:2000 / AS9100 certified facility, quality is at the core of everything we do. This role is responsible for inspecting high-precision CNC-machined parts, ensuring compliance with customer requirements, engineering drawings, and industry standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Quality Inspection & Verification: Perform in-process and final inspections on CNC-machined components using CMMs, manual inspection tools, and other metrology equipment to verify conformance to specifications.
• CMM Operation & Support: Set up and operate CMM equipment (PC-DMIS or similar software) to inspect complex, high-tolerance parts. Support or modify existing programs as needed to ensure accurate inspections.
• First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs): Prepare, review, and maintain First Article Inspection Reports to validate that initial production runs meet all dimensional, tolerance, and documentation requirements.
• Blueprint & GD&T Interpretation: Read and interpret detailed engineering drawings and specifications, including GD&T per ASME Y14.5, to ensure accurate inspection results.
• Nonconformance & Problem Resolution: Identify nonconforming conditions, document findings, and collaborate with machining, engineering, and production teams to determine root causes and corrective actions.
• Documentation & Compliance: Maintain accurate inspection records, calibration logs, and quality documentation to support ISO 9001 / AS9100 compliance and customer audits.
• Calibration Oversight: Assist with calibration and verification of CMMs and other inspection equipment to ensure ongoing accuracy and reliability.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with machinists, operators, engineers, and quality personnel to maintain consistent part quality and support on-time delivery.
• Process Improvement: Participate in continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to improve inspection processes, workflows, and quality controls.

Requirements

• Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience in a Quality Control, Quality Inspector, or similar role within a CNC manufacturing environment.
• Industry Background: Experience in Aerospace or Defense manufacturing with an understanding of tight tolerances and stringent quality requirements.
• Technical Skills: Strong working knowledge of GD&T (ASME Y14.5) and inspection methodologies. Experience with CMM operation and inspection software such as PC-DMIS.
• Quality Systems: Familiarity with ISO 9001 and AS9100 quality management systems and inspection documentation requirements.
• Equipment Knowledge: Experience inspecting parts produced on CNC lathes, mills, and related equipment.
• Attention to Detail: Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate, repeatable inspection results.
• Communication Skills: Ability to clearly document inspection results and communicate quality concerns to cross-functional teams.
• Flexibility: Willingness to work overtime and Saturdays as needed to support production and inspection demands.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting or reviewing CMM programs
• Background in calibration of precision measurement equipment
• Experience working with late-model CNC equipment (Mori Seiki, Fadal, Star, Flow, Amada, Mitsubishi, etc.)
• Previous involvement in audits or customer quality reviews

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay based on experience
• 401(k) with company match
• Year-end bonus
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time