Quality Inspector

Elmet Technologies LLC; Lewiston (ME); On-site; USD 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Benefits starting Day One

4% retirement savings match

Tuition assistance

Employee referral bonus $1,000

Internal growth opportunities

Job summary

Elmet Technologies in Lewiston, ME is seeking a Quality Inspector to join our precision manufacturing team. You will perform dimensional, physical, and visual inspections on manufactured products, using micrometers, calipers, gauges, and CMMs to ensure they meet specifications before moving to production or customer delivery.

The role emphasizes accuracy, attention to detail, and collaboration with production and quality teams.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Working knowledge of GD&T.
• Ability to interpret inspection data and explain results clearly.
• Comfort with precision measuring equipment.
• Pay close attention to details and follow procedures.
• Proficiency with Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Willing to learn new inspection methods and equipment.
• Previous manufacturing or machining experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform dimensional, physical, and visual inspections of manufactured products.
• Use micrometers, calipers, and gauges.
• Work with automated inspection equipment, including CMMs, laser flatness testing equipment, and surface perthometers.
• Conduct ultrasonic and dye penetrant inspections when required.
• Complete first article inspections before full-scale production.
• Review inspection results to determine whether products meet requirements.
• Document inspection results and production data in SAP and related systems.
• Communicate inspection results clearly when something doesn't meet specifications.
• Complete inspections on time to help keep production moving.
• Help move accepted products to the next work center.
• Follow established quality, safety, and environmental procedures.

Skills

Detail-oriented

GD&T

Inspection data interpretation

Precision measuring equipment

MS Word/Excel/PowerPoint

Machining/manufacturing experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CMMs

Micrometers/calipers/gauges

GD&T

SAP or ERP system

Dye penetrant inspection certifications

Job description

Quality Inspector

Lewiston, ME | $20.50-$24.00/hour | Benefits Starting Day One

Make Sure It's Right Before It Moves Forward.

At Elmet Technologies, quality matters because our products serve industries where precision, reliability, and performance are critical—including aerospace, defense, semiconductor, and energy.

We're hiring a Quality Inspector to join our team in Lewiston, Maine. You'll work directly with manufactured products, using precision measuring tools and inspection equipment to make sure they meet customer requirements and our quality standards.

This is a hands-on role for someone who pays attention to the details, takes pride in getting things right, and understands that quality and production have to work together.

What’s In It for You

Your hourly wage is just the beginning. Elmet offers competitive pay, bonuses, benefits, and opportunities to grow.

• $20.50-$24.00 per hour
• $250 perfect-attendance bonus every month - up to $3,000 per year
• Quarterly production bonus of up to 9%, based on company performance
• 4% company match on retirement savings
• Benefits starting Day One
• Three medical plan options
• Dental and vision coverage
• Company-paid life insurance
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability
• Paid time off
• Paid company holidays
• Tuition assistance
• $1,000 employee referral bonus
• Internal growth opportunities

What You'll Do

As a Quality Inspector, you'll help make sure products meet specifications before they move to the next step in production or to our customers. During a typical day, you'll:

• Perform dimensional, physical, and visual inspections of manufactured products
• Use precision measuring tools such as micrometers, calipers, and gauges
• Work with automated inspection equipment, including CMMs, laser flatness testing equipment, and surface perthometers
• Conduct ultrasonic and dye penetrant inspections when required
• Complete first article inspections before full-scale production
• Review inspection results to determine whether products meet requirements
• Accurately document inspection results and production data in SAP and related systems
• Communicate inspection results clearly when something doesn't meet specifications
• Complete inspections on time to help keep production moving
• Help move accepted products efficiently to the next work center
• Follow established quality, safety, and environmental procedures

Requirements

You Could Be a Great Fit If You:

We're looking for someone who is detail-oriented, comfortable working with measurements and technical information, and willing to continue developing their quality skills. You could be a strong fit if you:

• Have a high school diploma or equivalent
• Have working knowledge of GD&T
• Can interpret inspection data and explain results clearly
• Are comfortable using precision measuring equipment
• Pay close attention to details
• Can follow technical specifications and established procedures
• Communicate effectively with production and quality team members
• Take safety and product quality seriously
• Can use Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Are willing to learn new inspection methods and equipment

Previous manufacturing or machining experience is preferred.

If you've worked in machining, manufacturing, quality, inspection, or another precision-focused environment, you may already have skills that translate well to this role.

Additional Tools in Your Toolbox

Experience with any of these can help you succeed:

• Micrometers, calipers, and gauges
• Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs)
• GD&T
• First article inspection
• Laser flatness testing
• Surface-finish measurement
• Ultrasonic inspection
• Dye penetrant inspection
• SAP or another manufacturing/ERP system
• Machining or precision manufacturing

An ASQ Certified Quality Inspector (CQI) certification is a plus. If you don't already have it, you should be willing to obtain it.

You should also be willing to obtain ultrasonic and dye penetrant inspection certifications if required for your work.

What Success Looks Like

Successful Quality Inspectors:

• Put safety and quality first
• Complete inspections accurately and consistently
• Catch problems before products move further through production
• Understand specifications and apply them correctly
• Use inspection equipment properly
• Maintain clear and accurate inspection records
• Communicate quickly when something doesn't meet requirements
• Complete inspections without creating unnecessary production delays
• Work effectively with manufacturing teams to resolve quality questions
• Continue developing their technical and inspection skills
• Take ownership of the quality of the products they inspect

Quality and Production Work Together

Being a Quality Inspector isn't just about finding something wrong. It's about helping make sure we get it right. You'll work alongside manufacturing teams to identify issues, explain inspection results, and help keep quality products moving through production.

That requires being thorough without losing sight of production, and being able to explain what you're seeing so the right people can take action.

Build Specialized Quality Skills

This role gives you the opportunity to develop experience across multiple inspection methods and technologies, including:

GD&T CMM Inspection Precision Measurement Laser Flatness Testing Surface Measurement Ultrasonic Inspection Dye Penetrant Inspection First Article Inspection

As you build your knowledge, you'll have opportunities to pursue certifications, develop additional technical skills, and grow your career within Elmet.

Elmet also offers tuition assistance and internal growth opportunities to support your continued development.

Build Products That Perform Where It Matters

Elmet Technologies, a subsidiary of The Elmet Group, manufactures precision-engineered products for industries where quality, reliability, and performance matter.

Our products support demanding applications across aerospace, defense, semiconductor, and energy markets.

At our Coldwater facility, you'll have a direct role in making sure the products we manufacture meet the standards our customers expect.

Ready to Put Your Eye for Detail to Work?

If you enjoy precision work, take pride in getting the details right, and want to build specialized quality skills in an advanced manufacturing environment, we'd like to hear from you.

Search Process Note

The Elmet Group is managing this search directly and is not accepting submissions from outside recruitment firms.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The Elmet Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a proud federal contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.