Quality Control Inspector

AMETEK Inc.; Peabody (MA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

AMETEK TMC is seeking a Quality Control Inspector to ensure products meet our stringent standards at our Peabody, MA facility. You will inspect materials, parts, and finished goods, using calipers, micrometers, and gauges, while reviewing blueprints and specifications.

The role collaborates with production, supply chain, and engineering to resolve defects and drive continuous quality improvements, including maintaining inspection records and supporting tool calibration.

Qualifications

• Requires HS diploma or equivalent; quality control certs are a plus.
• 2+ years in quality inspection in manufacturing or fabrication.
• Familiarity with QC methods, standards, and inspection techniques.
• Proficiency reading blueprints, schematics, and tech drawings.
• Experience using calipers, micrometers, and gauges.
• Forklift cert or material-handling exp is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to document defects.
• Excellent problem-solving and collaboration with production teams.
• Basic computer skills for recording inspection results.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds; commit to safety and quality procedures.

Responsibilities

• Inspect raw materials, in-process products, and finished goods for quality and specifications.
• Use calipers, micrometers, and gauges to verify dimensions and tolerances.
• Review blueprints and specs to ensure compliance through production.
• Document inspection results and deviations; collaborate to resolve defects.
• Perform first article inspections and advise production, supply chain, and engineering.
• Identify non-conforming materials and report for corrective action.
• Support continuous improvement to reduce defects and improve quality.
• Engage with production staff to ensure adherence to procedures.
• Maintain records of inspections, audits, and corrective actions.
• Assist with calibration and maintenance of inspection tools.
• Follow safety regulations in all QC activities.

Skills

Attention to detail

Blueprint reading

Measuring tools

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Gauges

Forklift certification

Job description

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Business Unit: Ophthalmic & Precision Solutions

Posting Date: Oct 23, 2026

Job Description:

As a Quality Control Inspector at TMC Vibration Control, you will be essential in ensuring that all products meet our rigorous quality standards before they reach our customers. Working closely with production teams, you will inspect materials, parts, and finished goods for accuracy and adherence to specifications. This role requires keen attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Your efforts will directly impact our commitment to delivering high-quality products and maintaining customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct inspections of raw materials, in-process products, and finished goods to ensure compliance with quality standards and specifications.
• Utilize measurement tools such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges to verify product dimensions and tolerances.
• Review product blueprints and specifications to ensure all quality requirements are met throughout the production process.
• Document inspection results, recording any deviations or defects and working with production teams to resolve quality issues.
• Perform first article inspections and provide feedback to production, supply chain, and engineering teams to ensure processes are meeting quality requirements.
• Identify non-conforming materials or products, segregating and reporting them for corrective action.
• Participate in continuous improvement efforts by identifying opportunities for enhancing product quality and reducing defects.
• Collaborate with production staff to ensure proper understanding and adherence to quality procedures and standards.
• Maintain accurate records of inspections, audits, and corrective actions in accordance with company procedures.
• Assist with the calibration and maintenance of inspection tools and equipment to ensure accurate measurements.
• Adhere to safety regulations and ensure that all quality control activities are conducted in a safe and compliant manner.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; additional certification in quality control or a related field is a plus.
• 2+ years of experience in quality inspection, preferably in a manufacturing or fabrication environment.
• Familiarity with quality control methods, standards, and inspection techniques.
• Proficiency in reading blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings.
• Experience using measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges.
• Forklift certification or experience operating material-handling equipment is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail, with the ability to identify and document defects or non-conformances accurately.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate with production teams to resolve quality issues.
• Basic computer skills for documenting and reporting inspection results.
• Ability to lift and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds as required by the job.
• Commitment to safety and adherence to quality standards and procedures

AMETEK TMC is the global leader in precision floor vibration isolation technology serving major research centers, OEMs and end-users around the world. TMC Products enable ultra-precision research, measurements, and manufacturing in fields of photonics, semiconductor manufacturing, life sciences, drug discovery, and nanotechnology. Our products are designed and manufactured at our state of the art manufacturing facility in Peabody, MA and backed by a customer commitment to provide superior global service.

Compensation

Employee Type: Hourly

Currency: USD

Salary Minimum: 50,000

Salary Maximum: 70,000

Incentive: No

Disclaimer:Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.

AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.5billion.

AMETEK is committed to making a safer, sustainable, and more productive world a reality. We use differentiated technology solutions to solve our customers' most complex challenges. We employ 22,000colleagues, in 35countries, that are grounded by our core values: Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. AMETEK isacomponent of the S&P 500. Visit https://www.ametek.com/careers for more information.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process should call 1 [phone].