Quality Control Inspector

Kimball Physics; Wilton (NH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Kimball Physics, Inc. in Wilton, NH, is seeking an Incoming Inspector to ensure received materials meet quality standards. You will inspect parts using precision tools and document results.

You will identify nonconforming items, coordinate with MRB and suppliers, and support internal audits and continuous improvement.

This on-site role requires GD&T proficiency, ability to read drawings, and strong teamwork in a small, friendly environment with generous benefits.

Qualifications

• Mechanical inspection experience with GD&T exposure.
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings, specs, certifications, and manufacturing documentation.
• Understanding of ISO, ASQ, and NIST quality concepts.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal skills and ethics.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.

Responsibilities

• Visually inspect and dimensionally measure incoming parts against drawings.
• Identify and segregate non-conforming parts.
• Escalate nonconformities to MRB and drive resolution.
• Record nonconforming parts in NCMRs.
• Coordinate with Supply Chain/Buyer and internal teams to return parts via RMA.
• Maintain and close MRB records.
• Communicate quality issues to Quality, Production, and Engineering teams.
• Assist with internal and customer audits as needed.
• Support continuous improvement and scrap reduction initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Quality Manager.

Skills

Mechanical Inspection

GD&T

Engineering drawings

ISO/ASQ/NIST knowledge

Communication

Microsoft Office

Confidentiality

Education

Associate’s degree in business or technical/equivalent

Job description

Are you looking to work with professional and creative co-workers to advance humankind by doing good physics while having fun?

Kimball Physics, Inc. is in Wilton NH, surrounded by rolling hills, deep woods, quiet ponds, and hiking trails. We have a friendly work environment, generous benefits, and are currently looking for an Incoming Inspectorto join our team.

Are you looking to work with professional and creative co-workers to advance humankind by doing good physics while having fun? Kimball Physics, Inc. is in Wilton NH, surrounded by rolling hills, deep woods, quiet ponds, and hiking trails. We have a friendly work environment, generous benefits, and are currently looking for an Incoming Inspectorto join our team.

Position Summary:

The Incoming Inspector is responsible for inspecting materials, components, or parts upon receipt from Suppliers (Internal and External) to ensure they meet all outlined quality standards and specifications.

Duties:

• Visually inspect and dimensionally measure incoming parts against specification drawings, using precision tools, such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges.
• Identifies and segregates non-conforming parts.
• Bring all nonconforming parts to the Material Review Board (MRB), ultimately driving the matter to resolution.
• Record nonconforming parts through NCMR’s.
• Collaborate with supplier through Supply Chain Management/Buyer, as well as the internal team to return parts via RMA, as required
• Maintain NCMR’s, including closing them upon resolution
• Communicate quality issues to Quality, Production, and Engineering teams
• Performs secondary count of materials and products received, as needed for part received in Inspection
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives (scrap reduction, process improvement)
• Support internal audits, customer audits, as needed
• Perform other duties and assist the Quality Manager as assigned

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Required Skills/Abilities:

• Mechanical Inspection Experience, with exposure to GD&T.
• Ability to read and comprehend engineering drawings, technical specifications, product certifications, manufacturing planning and inspection procedures.
• Has general understanding of industry and quality concepts and standards such as ISO, ASQ and NIST.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal skills and ethics.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion

. Minimum Education and Experience:

• Associate’s degree in business, or technical and/or equivalent work experience.
• 4 years' experience in manufacturing environment.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• On occasion, must be able to lift and/or carry up to 25 pounds at times.