Quality Inspection Technician

Lexair Inc.; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Lexair Inc. is seeking a Quality Inspection Technician to ensure parts and materials meet blueprints and quality standards across Lexair’s production processes.

You will inspect diverse components with precision tools and contribute to calibration, supplier evaluation, and data documentation to uphold Lexair’s quality commitment. The role requires reading engineering drawings, attention to detail, and strong communication to support continuous process improvements and audits within a

Qualifications

• Experience inspecting a variety of parts using standard measuring tools and gauging.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and customer specs.
• Familiarity with CMM operation; CNC shop experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Inspect a variety of parts using standard measuring and test equipment and specialized gauging.
• Ensure inspections align with customer specifications and internal quality standards.
• Support calibration of inspection tools and equipment for accuracy and functionality.
• Enter inspection results into the ERP system for tracked parts.
• Review vendor documents for completeness and compliance.

Skills

Attention to detail

Quality mindset

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma

Certified quality technician or vocational training

Tools

CMM

Profilometer

Durometer

Micrometers

Calipers

Height gauges

Optical comparator

Rockwell hardness tester

Job description

About Lexair Inc.

For over 49 years, Lexair Inc. has ranked as a World Class Manufacturer of Fluid Power Products, Compressors, and Machine Tool Accessories. We are proud to be a privately held, American-owned corporation with all facets of our business contained under one roof. At Lexair, we value innovation, dedication, and team collaboration to produce the highest quality of industrial solutions for today’s market. Most importantly, we value our employees and customers.

Description

For over 49 years, Lexair Inc. has ranked as a World Class Manufacturer of Fluid Power Products, Compressors, and Machine Tool Accessories. We are proud to be a privately held, American-owned corporation with all facets of our business contained under one roof. At Lexair, we value innovation, dedication, and team collaboration to produce the highest quality of industrial solutions for today’s market. Most importantly, we value our employees and customers.

Position Summary

The Quality Inspection Technician is responsible for ensuring the quality and compliance of parts and materials within Lexair’s production process. This role involves inspecting a significant variety of parts across various industries using an array of precision measurement tools and specialized equipment to ensure compliance with blueprints and quality standards. This position supports the overall effort to maintain exceptional quality standards at Lexair Inc.

Key Responsibilities

• Part Inspection: Inspect a variety of parts using standard measuring and test equipment, as well as specialized gauging.
• Compliance Assurance: Ensure all inspections align with customer specifications, internal quality standards, and applicable regulations.
• Support Tool Calibration: Support calibration of inspection tools and equipment to ensure accuracy and functionality.
• Supplier Quality Evaluation: Support evaluations to ensure suppliers meet specified quality standards.
• Data Entry: Input inspection results into the ERP system for accepted and rejected parts.
• Process Verification: Verify the quantities of materials and hardware listed on the route sheet throughout the production process.
• Documentation: Ensure all inspection results are accurately recorded and documented in the QA system. Review vendor-supplied documentation for completeness and compliance.
• Process Optimization: Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and quality outcomes.
• Training & Development: Support develop and delivery of training programs for team members on quality standards, inspection tools, and processes.
• Audits: Support internal and external quality audits as requested.
• Other Duties: Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required; certified quality technician or technical/ vocational training in machining or manufacturing is preferred.
• Experience:
  • Significant experience inspecting a variety of parts using standard measuring tools and specialized gauging required.
  • Familiarity with operating a CMM (Coordinate Measuring Machine) required.
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, customer specifications and instructions.
  • Excellent communication skills with ability to provide constructive feedback in a respectful and supportive manner, fostering a positive and productive work environment.
  • Experience in a CNC Machine Shop preferred but not required.
• Technical Skills: Previous experience with the following tools and equipment required (It's ok if you haven't worked with all of them, but we are looking for someone who has used majority of these tools in their experience):
  • CMM (Coordinate Measuring Machine) Profilometer
  • Durometer
  • Digital & analog micrometers
  • Dial & digital calipers
  • Height gauges
  • Tesa height electronic gauge
  • Digital bore gauges
  • Internal groove gauges
  • Depth micrometers
  • Optical comparator
  • Rockwell hardness tester
  • Dial indicators
  • Thread gauges & thread micrometers
  • Spring tester

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements

• Environment: Work in a climate-controlled setting.
• Physical Activity: Prolonged periods of sitting and standing at workstation.
• Mobility: Prolonged periods of standing and walking, up to 10 hours a day.
• Lifting: Ability to lift, carry, and store parcels weighing up to 50 lbs regularly, up to 75lbs occasionally.
• Vision: Perform detailed inspections requiring close vision, depth perception, and color recognition.

EEO, including disability and vet

We Look forward to hearing from you!