Quality Inspector

Dayton Granger, Inc.; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable comprehensive insurance coverage (Medical, Dental, Vision)

401(k) match

Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays

Mental health benefits

On-site gym

Tuition reimbursement

Dynamic and collaborative work environment

Job summary

A reputable manufacturing company in Fort Lauderdale is immediately hiring a Quality Inspector. The role involves ensuring that in-process and finished aerospace components meet quality standards using precision inspection tools. Candidates should have a High School Diploma and at least one year of relevant experience. Offered benefits include competitive pay, comprehensive insurance, and a collaborative work environment that fosters career growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of experience as a Quality Inspector in a manufacturing environment.
• Hands-on experience with inspection tools such as calipers, height gauges, and scales.
• Familiarity with ERP systems.
• Familiarity with ERP systems.
• Basic computer proficiency (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 25 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Inspect in-process and final assemblies for quality and conformance.
• Use inspection tools to verify critical dimensions.
• Record inspection results and identify nonconforming parts.
• Record inspection results and identify nonconforming parts.
• Follow and uphold quality procedures and applicable standards (AS9100, ISO 9001).
• Performs additional tasks assigned by management.
• Follows all DG safety procedures as per company policies and per the Facility Engineer/Safety Director.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong verbal and written communication skills in English

Willingness to learn and cross train

ERP familiarity

MS Office

English communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Height gauges

Job description

Immediately Hiring: Quality Inspector

Company: Dayton-Granger, Inc.

Industry: Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing

Location: Fort Lauderdale, FL 33315

Shift: Option 1: 1st Shift, 6 or 7am start time, Monday - Friday or Option 2: 10am-6:30 pm Monday - Friday

Hours: Full-Time, 40 hours a week.

Direct Hire, Competitive Pay, Great Benefits, Work-Life Balance

Position Overview:

Dayton-Granger, Inc. is seeking a skilled Quality Inspector to join our aerospace manufacturing team in Fort Lauderdale, FL. In this role, you’ll perform inspections on in-process and finished assemblies, sub-assemblies, and components to ensure they meet rigorous quality standards. Using precision tools such as calipers, micrometers, and height gauges, you’ll verify critical dimensions, review blueprints and engineering changes, and maintain accurate inspection records. Your attention to detail will directly contribute to the production of advanced avionics products for commercial, general aviation, and military programs.

As a key member of our growing team, you’ll enjoy the stability of a company with over 82 years of proven success, a collaborative environment where your expertise is valued, and clear opportunities for long‑term career growth in aerospace. Located just four miles from Fort Lauderdale’s sunny beaches, DG offers competitive pay, excellent benefits, and a supportive culture where we work together as one crew.

Key Responsibilities:

• Inspect in-process and final assemblies for quality and conformance
• Use calipers, micrometers, and other inspection tools
• Read and interpret blueprints and work instructions
• Record inspection results and identify nonconforming parts
• Follow and uphold quality procedures and applicable standards (AS9100, ISO 9001)
• Performs additional tasks assigned by management
• Follows all DG safety procedures as per company policies and per the Facility Engineer/Safety Director

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience as a Quality Inspector in a manufacturing environment
• Willingness to learn and cross train
• Hands‑on experience with inspection tools such as calipers, scale, height gauges, or other measuring Instruments
• Familiarity with ERP systems
• Basic computer proficiency (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and other relevant software
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English
• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 25 lbs
• Visual requirements include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus

Highly Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in highly regulated industry (e.g., aerospace, defense, automotive, medical devices, etc.).
• Inspection or hands‑on experience with one or more of the following manufacturing processes:
• Electrical or electromechanical assemblies (including soldered components)
• Paint or surface finishing
• Composite materials and structures
• Mechanical assemblies or machined components
• Previous experience in aerospace

Why You'll Love Working Here:

We are a multi‑generational team with members representing a diversity of cultures, educational backgrounds, experience levels and ideas all 'making it happen' from one location in beautiful, coastal South Florida. We are a long‑standing supplier providing cutting edge products in support of long‑term aerospace programs, while at the same time developing new products to meet the needs of new customers, programs and up and coming markets.

Additionally, DG loves its employees! The average employee tenure is around 8 years. Length of service milestones are celebrated company‑wide and employees may make selections of anniversary gifts.

Benefits:

• Affordable comprehensive insurance coverage (Medical, Dental, Vision).
• 401(k) match.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays.
• Mental health benefits.
• Complimentary life insurance with the option for supplemental coverage.
• Paid parental leave
• Short‑term and long‑term disability coverage.
• Excellent work‑life balance.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Dynamic and collaborative work environment.
• On‑site gym.
• Access to advanced technology and resources.
• Length of service/milestone anniversary gifts.
• Team‑building activities.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

This position requires use of or access to information subject to the Export Administration Regulations ("EAR") or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations ("ITAR"). Accordingly, all applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of these regulations. Under ITAR, a U.S. person is defined as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident, or a person who is a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act (8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)).