Quality Inspector

P & F Industries; False Pass (AK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

P & F Industries in Alaska is seeking a Quality Inspector I to verify incoming materials, in-process components, and finished pneumatic tool parts against drawings, specs, and inspection instructions. This hands-on role develops metrology and blueprint interpretation skills under Quality leadership.

You will perform routine inspections, read blueprints, apply basic GD&T, maintain accurate records, and escalate non-conforming results.

Qualifications

• Basic metrology and shop math knowledge.
• Ability to read blueprints with GD&T callouts.
• Proficiency with hand-held precision instruments to 0.001 in.
• Familiarity with pneumatic tool components.
• High attention to detail and honesty in data recording.
• Basic ERP or quality database entry and clear communication.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine inspections of materials, components, and assemblies per drawings and instructions.
• Read blueprints and GD&T to determine inspection criteria.
• Apply metrology practices and measure with standard instruments.
• Escalate ambiguous results and document findings promptly.
• Maintain traceability to part number, lot/heat, and drawing revision.

Skills

Metrology basics

Blueprint reading

Precision instruments

Pneumatic components

Attention to detail

Data recording

Education

High school diploma or GED

Quality/metrology coursework

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Bore gauges

Height gauges

Indicators

Surface plates

Gauge blocks

Pin gauges

Thread gauges

Comparators

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Department: Quality

Position Title: Quality Inspector I

FLSA: Non-Exempt, Full-time

Reports to: Director of Quality

Position Summary

The Quality Inspector I verifies that incoming materials, in-process components, and finished pneumatic tool parts conform to engineering drawings, specifications, and inspection instructions. Under the direction of Quality leadership, the Inspector I performs routine dimensional, visual, and functional inspections, documents results accurately, and contains and escalates non-conforming product before it moves forward. This hands‑on role builds the metrology, blueprint interpretation, and documentation skills required for advancement to Quality Inspector II.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform routine dimensional, visual, and functional inspections of incoming materials, in-process components, finished pneumatic tool parts, and assemblies to existing drawings, inspection instructions, and sampling requirements; inspection methods and sampling plans are not developed at this level.
• Read and interpret blueprints and engineering drawings, including title blocks, revision levels, notes, tolerances, surface finish callouts, and basic GD&T symbols, to determine inspection criteria.
• Apply basic metrology practice: select instruments appropriate to the tolerance, master and zero before use, allow parts and gauges to normalize to temperature, and measure with consistent technique.
• Use standard measuring instruments competently, including calipers, micrometers, bore and height gauges, indicators, surface plates, gauge blocks, pin and thread gauges, and comparators.
• Verify instruments are in calibration and serviceable before use; report and remove damaged or suspect gauges, and handle and store gauges correctly.
• Assist with first article, layout, and CMM inspection as directed; may run pre-programmed CMM routines after training.
• Accept or reject against stated, measurable criteria; **escalate judgment calls, borderline results, and unclear or conflicting documents** rather than deciding them.
• Identify discrepancies and 
• Record results legibly, submit reports and system entries the same day, and maintain traceability to job, part number, drawing revision, supplier, and lot or heat number.
• Verify the current drawing revision and inspection instruction are in use, and report obsolete, missing, or conflicting documentation.
• Work in accordance with the company Quality Management System, which follows ISO 9001 disciplines including documented procedures, revision and calibration control, and control of non-conforming product. The facility is not ISO 9001 registered and runs no formal audit program, so this position carries no audit responsibility.
• Communicate findings factually to Quality, Production, and supervision, and supply the data and evidence that support corrective action led by others.
• Follow safety and PPE requirements, keep the inspection area clean, complete assigned training, and perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills & Competencies

• Working understanding of basic metrology and shop math: tolerance limits, instrument resolution versus accuracy, mastering and zeroing, inch and metric conversion, and the effect of technique and temperature on results.
• Ability to read blueprints and engineering drawings, including revision levels, tolerance callouts, and basic GD&T symbols such as flatness, position, and runout.
• Proficiency, or the ability to be trained to proficiency, with hand-held precision instruments reading to 0.001 in. and to 0.0001 in. where required.
• Familiarity with machined and pneumatic tool components such as housings, cylinders, rotors, valves, seals, and threaded and ground features, or a willingness to learn them.
• High attention to detail, discipline to follow written procedures exactly, and honesty in recording data.
• Basic ERP or quality database entry, clear communication, and the confidence to raise a concern or stop questionable material.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical certificate or coursework in quality, metrology, machining, or manufacturing preferred.
• Zero to two years of quality inspection, machining, or manufacturing experience; qualified entry-level candidates with relevant technical training will be considered. Precision machining, tooling, or pneu