Quality Inspector - Mechanical

Allen Control Systems; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

ACS Equity Package

Job summary

A leading control systems company in Austin, Texas is seeking a highly skilled Quality Inspector to support inspection, testing, and quality analysis in a fast-paced production environment. Ideal candidates will have over four years of experience in quality inspection, proficiency with precision tools, and a solid understanding of quality standards. Benefits include competitive salary, equity options, and comprehensive health insurance. A Certified Quality Inspector (CQI) certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in quality inspection in manufacturing or assembly.
• Certification as a Certified Quality Inspector (CQI) from ASQ or similar.
• Basic understanding of quality standards like ISO 9001 and SPC.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections of machined parts using precision tools.
• Document inspection results and initiate quarantine for defects.
• Collaborate with teams to resolve quality issues.

Skills

Attention to detail

Proficiency with precision measurement tools

Technical drawing interpretation

CMM programming knowledge

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Height gauges

CMMs

Job description

Position Overview

Allen Control Systems is seeking a highly skilled Quality Inspector to support the inspection, testing, and quality analysis. The ideal candidate has a strong eye for detail, technical aptitude, and a commitment to upholding excellence in a fast-paced production environment.

What You'll Do

• Perform visual, dimensional, and functional inspections of machined parts and assemblies using tools such as calipers, micrometers, height gauges, and coordinate measuring machines (CMMs).
• Verify conformance to engineering drawings, blueprints, and tolerances, including geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) requirements.
• Document inspection results, identify non-conformances, and initiate quarantine procedures for defective items while notifying relevant teams.
• Conduct first article inspections (FAI) and support supplier quality audits to ensure incoming materials meet specifications.
• Maintain inspection equipment through routine calibration and troubleshooting to guarantee measurement accuracy.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and quality teams to resolve issues, track trends, and contribute to continuous improvement efforts.
• Generate reports on quality metrics, such as defect rates and yield, using basic data analysis tools.

What You'll Need

• Education: Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Engineering field.
• Experience: Minimum of 4 years of experience in quality inspection within a manufacturing or assembly setting.
• Proficiency with precision measurement tools and reading technical drawings/blueprints.
• Basic understanding of quality standards like ISO 9001 and statistical process control (SPC).
• Strong attention to detail, manual dexterity, and ability to work independently or in a team.
• Certification as a Certified Quality Inspector (CQI) from ASQ or similar.
• Experience with CMM programming (e.g., PC-DMIS) or automated inspection systems.
• Familiarity with non-conformance reporting (NCR), material review boards (MRB), and corrective action processes (CAR).

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• ACS Equity Package
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off

Allen Control Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer, providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. Allen Control Systems prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.