Quality Inspector

SPG Consulting; Orange (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

SPG Consulting in Orange, MA is seeking a Quality Inspector to ensure all products and processes meet company standards and customer specifications. The ideal candidate will have a CWI credential preferred and strong NDT experience, including VT, MT, PT, and UT methods.

You will work directly with the QA Manager and Production Manager to uphold quality and compliance through detailed inspections, documentation, and corrective actions.

Qualifications

• Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification preferred.
• Strong knowledge of NDT methods (VT, MT, PT, UT) and inspection techniques.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in manufacturing inspection/quality assurance.
• Proficiency reading engineering blueprints, welding symbols, and GD&T.
• Experience with inspection tools.
• Familiarity with industry standards (AWS D1.1, ASME IX, ISO 9001).
• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving, and ability to work independently.
• Excellent documentation and communication skills.
• NDT certifications (Level I or II in PT, MT, UT, RT) are a plus.
• Strong manufacturing experience and a desire to learn.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement quality inspection processes with QA/Production managers.
• Perform detailed inspections of components, welds, and assemblies to ensure spec compliance.
• Use NDT techniques (VT, MT, PT, UT) to evaluate material integrity.
• Conduct dimensional inspections with calipers, micrometers, etc.
• Interpret and apply welding codes and standards (AWS, ASME, ISO) to manufacturing.
• Document inspection findings and generate NCRs and reports.
• Work closely with production, engineering, and quality teams to resolve quality issues.
• Ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, and customer requirements.
• Participate in audits and customer inspections.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance quality processes.
• Train and mentor team members on inspection best practices.

Skills

Reading blueprints & GD&T

NDT knowledge & inspection techniques

Documentation & communication

Problem-solving & attention to detail

Independence & ability to work alone

Tools

Inspection tools

Job description

Location:Orange, MA (locals and relocation is also fine)

Qualifications

• :Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification preferred
• .Strong knowledge of Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) methods and inspection techniques
• .Minimum of 3 years of experience in manufacturing inspection, quality assurance, or a related field
• .Proficiency in reading engineering blueprints, welding symbols, and GD&T
• .Experience with inspection tools
• .Familiarity with industry standards (AWS D1.1, ASME Section IX, ISO 9001, etc.)
• .Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and ability to work independently
• .Excellent documentation and communication skills
• .Certifications in NDT methods (e.g., Level I or II in PT, MT, UT, or RT) are a plus
• .Strong manufacturing experience and a desire to learn required

Job Overvie

w:The Quality Inspector will ensure all products and processes meet company standards and customer specifications. The ideal candidate will have Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) credentials (preferred) and proficiency in Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) methods, including Visual Testing (VT), Magnetic Particle Testing (MT), Penetrant Testing (PT), and Ultrasonic Testing (UT). The Quality Inspector must have a strong understanding of Non-Destructive Testing methods, and proven expertise in inspection techniques for manufacturing processes. This role will work directly with the QA Manager and Production Manager to ensure product quality and compliance with industry standard

s.Key Responsibiliti

• es:Work directly with the QA Manager and Production Manager to develop and implement quality inspection process
• es.Perform detailed inspections of manufactured components, welds, and assemblies to ensure compliance with specifications, standards, and engineering drawin
• gs.Utilize NDT techniques (such as VT, MT, PT, UT) to evaluate material integrity and detect potential defec
• ts.Conduct dimensional inspections using precision measurement tools (calipers, micrometers, etc
• .).Interpret and apply welding codes and standards (AWS, ASME, ISO) to manufacturing process
• es.Document inspection findings and generate quality reports, including non-conformance reports (NCR
• s).Work closely with production, engineering, and quality teams to identify and resolve quality issu
• es.Ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, and customer quality requiremen
• ts.Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance manufacturing quality process
• es.Train and mentor team members about inspection best practices and quality standar
• ds.Participate in audits and customer inspections as requir