Quality Inspector 1st Shift, 9:00a-5:30p

Hitchiner Manufacturing Co., Inc.; Milford (NH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Milford, New Hampshire is hiring a Quality Inspector. This role involves performing inspections on metal castings, ensuring adherence to specifications, and maintaining quality records. Ideal candidates will have experience with measuring tools, strong blueprint reading skills, and a commitment to quality assurance.

Benefits

Onsite Gym/Fitness Center

Medical and Dental Insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Generous Vacation Policy

401K with Excellent Company Match

Profit Sharing Plan

Qualifications

• Experience in using measuring tools and calibration equipment required.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Vision requirement of 20/20 or better in at least one eye.

Responsibilities

• Inspect castings using measuring tests and equipment.
• Take direct responsibility for product quality.
• Support engineering efforts in new product introduction.

Skills

Measuring tools

Calibration equipment

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Computer SPC software

Job description

Quality Inspector 1st Shift, 9:00a-5:30p

CounterGravity Centrifugal Cast Oper. - Scarborough Lane Campus, Milford, New Hampshire, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Thursday, June 5, 2025 at 4:00 AM

No manufacturing experience? No Problem! Our on-site "Center for Excellence" new hire training program will set you up for success. Founded in 1946 and headquartered in Milford, New Hampshire (USA), Hitchiner Manufacturing Co., Inc. is the premier supplier of complete-to-print, high-volume, complex thin-wall investment castings and fully-finished casting-based subassemblies and components to industry. The company leads the industry in volume production, reduced lead-times and just-in-time manufacturing. Hitchiner produces castings in hundreds of different alloys for a broad spectrum of global markets and customers that include the leaders in the automotive, aerospace, and other industries.

We offer an enriching environment where learning and growing become part of your career. Hitchiner is dedicated to fostering the professional growth and development of our employees. We offer upward mobility and internal promotions.

Hitchiner offers highly competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Onsite state of the art Gym/Fitness Center, open 24/7 for all employees
• Medical and Dental Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Basic and Accidental Life Insurance (company paid)
• Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurance (company paid)
• 401K (pre-tax and ROTH) with Excellent Company Match and Immediate Vesting
• Company Profit Sharing Plan
• 3 weeks’ Vacation to start; 4 weeks’ Vacation at 5 Years; 5 weeks’ Vacation 10 years seniority
• We set you up for success with our “Center for Excellence” onsite training center for new hires and existing employees to improve new learning and continuous growth
• Training and Educational Assistance Programs

Primary Function:

Perform all types of inspection requirements and be responsible for inspection for a variety of items such as metal castings, following specific inspection instructions.

Tools and Equipment:

Measuring tools, calibration equipment and drawings, Computer SPC software.

Materials:

Direction of Others:

None

Working Procedure:

The following are the usual major job duties, but this job description does not preclude the performance of other duties as assigned by the supervisor:

• Inspect a wide variety of castings using a variety of measuring tests and equipment to determine conformance to specifications or work instructions.

• Take direct responsibility and be held accountable for the quality of product that goes to customers.

• Receiving in parts from subcontractors and processing paperwork.

• This positions act as the customer representative for source inspection of castings

• Exercise independent judgment on a consistent basis, working under minimal supervision.

• Support engineering efforts in new product introduction as required.

• Assist the quality department in performing internal audits of various departments.

• Participate in the measurement systems analysis (MSA) program.

• Maintain all necessary records and reports for parts and products of Hitchiner, government and customer quality control requirements.

• Ensure all operations are completed and signed off on manufacturing route sheets.

• Retrieve all applicable specifications, instructions or folders necessary to perform job.

• Ensure that all tools are used within calibration cycle and are in good working condition.

• Work in a team environment, using excellent communication skills both within the team and cross-functionally. Must build and maintain positive relationships.

Special Skills and/or Experience:

Previous experience, in using measuring tools and calibration equipment required.

Must be able to read and interpret blue prints.

Vision requirement of 20/20 or better in at least one eye, per the J1 standard as well as color perception.

Must be able to read, understand and follow complex work instructions.

Must be able to learn basic metrology fundamentals (GD&T).

Candidate must have computer literacy .

Requires sufficient strength and physical dexterity to frequently lift up to 35 lbs.

A minimum experience of 2 year as Mechanical Inspector C or higher.

High School Diploma or GED

We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, the presence of a non-job-related medical condition or handicap, or any other legally protected status. EOE/Veterans/Disabled are encouraged to apply.

For more information or questions, please contact Katie Demmons at 603-732-1503 or [e-mail].

CounterGravity Centrifugal Cast Oper. - Scarborough Lane Campus, Milford, New Hampshire, United States of America