Quality Inspector

RIM Recruitment Professionals; Manchester (CT); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Job summary

Our client in Manchester, CT seeks a meticulous Quality Inspector to verify tooling, fixtures, gages, and precision-machined parts meet specifications. You will perform first article, in-process, and final inspections using precision measuring equipment and GD&T principles, collaborating with machinists, engineers, and management.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in quality inspection within precision machining, strong reading of drawings, and experience with CMM inspection.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 3 years of quality inspection experience within a precision machining, tooling, or manufacturing environment.
• Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and blueprints.
• Working knowledge of GD&T.
• Experience inspecting tight-tolerance machined components.
• Proficiency using precision measuring instruments.
• Experience with CMM inspection is highly preferred.
• Strong mathematical aptitude and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Perform first article, in-process, and final inspections on tooling, fixtures, gages, and precision-machined components.
• Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, customer specifications, and CAD prints.
• Inspect complex parts using precision measuring equipment including CMM, height gauges, micrometers, calipers, bore gauges, pin gauges, thread gauges, optical comparator, surface plate.
• Verify dimensional accuracy, geometric tolerances, surface finishes, and overall conformance to specifications.
• Read and interpret Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Complete first article inspection reports, in-process documentation, and final inspection records.
• Identify nonconforming material and support root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Collaborate with machinists, engineers, and production personnel to resolve quality issues.
• Maintain inspection records and ensure traceability of quality documentation.
• Verify calibration status of inspection equipment.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.

Skills

GD&T knowledge

Reading blueprints

CMM inspection

Precision measuring tools

First article inspection

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CMM inspection equipment

Micrometers and calipers

Optical comparator

Job description

Quality Inspector Location: Manchester, CT Employment Type: Full-Time

Company Overview

Our client is a well-established precision manufacturing company specializing in the design and production of custom tooling, fixtures, gages, and precision-machined components. With decades of experience serving a diverse customer base, the company has built a reputation for exceptional craftsmanship, technical expertise, and a collaborative, employee-focused culture.

Position Summary

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Quality Inspector to ensure all tooling, fixtures, gages, and precision-machined components meet customer specifications and the highest quality standards. This individual will perform first article, in-process, and final inspections using a variety of precision measuring equipment while working closely with machinists, programmers, engineers, and management to maintain product quality throughout the manufacturing process. The ideal candidate has experience inspecting close-tolerance machined components, interpreting engineering drawings, and applying GD&T principles.

Responsibilities

• Perform first article, in-process, and final inspections on precision-machined tooling, fixtures, gages, and custom components.
• Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, customer specifications, and CAD-generated prints.
• Inspect complex parts using precision measuring equipment, including:
• Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) Height Gages Micrometers Calipers Bore Gages Pin Gages Thread Gages Optical Comparator Surface Plate Inspection Equipment
• Verify dimensional accuracy, geometric tolerances, surface finishes, and overall conformance to specifications.
• Read and interpret Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Complete first article inspection reports, in-process documentation, and final inspection records.
• Identify nonconforming material and support root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Collaborate with machinists, engineers, and production personnel to resolve quality issues and improve manufacturing processes.
• Maintain inspection records and ensure traceability of quality documentation.
• Verify calibration status of inspection equipment.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.
• Follow established quality procedures and maintain a safe work environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 3 years of quality inspection experience within a precision machining, tooling, or manufacturing environment.
• Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and blueprints.
• Working knowledge of GD&T.
• Experience inspecting tight-tolerance machined components.
• Proficiency using precision measuring instruments.
• Experience with CMM inspection is highly preferred.
• Strong mathematical aptitude and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience inspecting tooling, fixtures, gages, molds, or prototype components.
• Familiarity with AS9100 and/or ISO 9001 quality systems.
• First Article Inspection (FAI) experience.
• Experience with corrective actions and root cause analysis.
• General understanding of CNC machining processes including milling, turning, grinding, and EDM.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation based on experience
• Comprehensive health benefits
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Stable, growing manufacturing environment
• Opportunity to work on challenging, high-precision manufacturing projects
• Professional development and long-term career growth