Quality Inspection

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East is seeking a detail-oriented Quality Inspector to support QA in a precision manufacturing environment in California. You will inspect incoming materials, in-process components, and finished products to ensure conformance with customer specs and AS9100 standards.

The ideal candidate has blueprint reading skills, experience with precision measuring tools, and a commitment to high-quality manufacturing processes.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of quality inspection or manufacturing inspection experience preferred.
• Strong blueprint reading and GD&T knowledge required.
• Familiarity with tooling, fixtures, and precision measurement techniques.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Basic shop math proficiency.
• Understanding of manufacturing safety and quality systems.
• High School Diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

• Perform First Article Inspection Reports (FAIR) and related documentation per SAE AS9102 requirements
• Conduct first-piece, in-process, and final inspections using micrometers, calipers, comparators, gauges, and CMM equipment
• Inspect incoming materials and verify compliance with AS9100 procedures and quality standards
• Perform final inspection and shipping verification tasks
• Read and interpret blueprints, GD&T, and engineering drawings
• Collaborate with machinists, supervisors, engineers, and production staff to support manufacturing needs
• Maintain accurate inspection records and quality documentation within ERP systems and related applications
• Support process audits, quality initiatives, and continuous improvement activities
• Cross-train across departments and assist with additional quality-related tasks as needed
• Follow all company safety procedures and quality standards

Skills

Blueprint reading

GD&T

Precision measurement

Attention to detail

Shop math

AS9100 knowledge

Quality inspections

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

CMM

Gauges

Job description

We are seeking a detail-oriented Quality Inspector to support quality assurance operations within a precision manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for inspecting incoming materials, in-process components, and finished products to ensure compliance with customer specifications and AS9100 quality standards.

The ideal candidate has strong blueprint reading skills, experience using precision measuring tools, and a commitment to maintaining high-quality manufacturing standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform First Article Inspection Reports (FAIR) and related documentation per SAE AS9102 requirements
• Conduct first-piece, in-process, and final inspections using micrometers, calipers, comparators, gauges, and CMM equipment
• Inspect incoming materials and verify compliance with AS9100 procedures and quality standards
• Perform final inspection and shipping verification tasks
• Read and interpret blueprints, GD&T, and engineering drawings
• Collaborate with machinists, supervisors, engineers, and production staff to support manufacturing needs
• Maintain accurate inspection records and quality documentation within ERP systems and related applications
• Support process audits, quality initiatives, and continuous improvement activities
• Cross-train across departments and assist with additional quality-related tasks as needed
• Follow all company safety procedures and quality standards

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of quality inspection or manufacturing inspection experience preferred
• Strong blueprint reading and GD&T knowledge required
• Familiarity with tooling, fixtures, and precision measurement techniques
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Basic shop math proficiency
• Understanding of manufacturing safety and quality systems
• High School Diploma or GED required

Preferred Qualifications

• Aerospace manufacturing or AS9100 experience preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field is a plus
• Working knowledge of CNC machining, tooling, fixtures, and work-holding systems
• Ability to interpret and understand CMM reports

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay Range: $20.00 – $30.00/hour DOE
• Full-time, non-exempt opportunity