Quality Inspector - Aerospace (All Shifts)

Jonaco Machine; Chaska (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Referral bonuses

Zero premium medical plan

Zero premium dental for families

Job summary

Jonaco Machine in Chaska, MN is seeking experienced and highly qualified inspectors to join our precision machining team. The mechanical inspector ensures machined parts meet internal and customer quality standards throughout the manufacturing process.

This role involves inspecting components at various stages, interpreting GD&T, and using calipers, micrometers, CMMs and optical comparators to verify dimensions and material properties.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; technical certification or associate degree is a plus.
• Minimum 2–5 years in quality control or inspection in aerospace/manufacturing.
• Proficient with precision measuring instruments and GD&T.

Responsibilities

• Perform dimensional and visual inspections on machined components during and after production operations.
• Verify parts meet drawings and specifications using precision measuring instruments.
• Monitor in-process controls and document results per QMS.
• Identify defects and document non-conformances.

Skills

Calipers

Micrometers

CMM

GD&T

Blueprint reading

AS9100 knowledge

Quality documentation

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma

Tools

PC-DMIS

Zeiss Calypso

Keyence Vision System

Micro View Vision

Job description

Jonaco Machine is a full-service precision machining supplier with over 50 years of industry experience producing a portfolio of complex, close tolerance parts for customers in the aerospace/defense, medical, semi-conductor and high technology industries.

We have openings for experience d and highly qualified inspectors to join our team!

Generous Hiring/etention Referral Bonuses!!!

ALL SHIFTS: 1st SHIFT - Flexible Schedule!

2ND SHIFT 11% SHIFT PREMIUM

3RD SHIFT 24% SHIFT PREMIUM

We offer a competitive wage, sign-on bonus, referral bonuses, and generous benefits, including a zero premium medical plan for employees and zero premium dental for families!

The mechanical inspector ensures that machined part meet internal and customer quality standards throughout the manufacturing process. This role involves inspecting components during various stages of the machining process to detect deviations from specifications, preventing defects from continuing downstream in production. The position requires attention to detail, a strong understanding of engineering drawings and specifications, and the ability to operate precision measurement instruments.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform dimensional and visual inspections on machined components during and after production operations.
• Verify parts meet engineering drawings, specifications, and customer requirements using precision measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, CMM (Coordinate Measuring Machines), optical comparators, and gauges, to measure dimensions, tolerances, and material properties.
• Monitor in-process controls through the online control plans to ensure machine operators are completing the required data collection during the machining process.
• Document inspection results in accordance with the quality management system (QMS).
• Identify and document any defects or non-conformances. Ensure proper documentation of non-conformities in line with company procedures.
• Collaborate with machinists, engineers, and quality personnel to resolve inspection-related issues and improve quality.
• Ensure proper use and all measuring instruments and testing equipment are calibrated and maintained according to company standards and procedures.
• Maintain accurate inspection records and documentation traceability.
• Assists internal stakeholders with the proper set-up and operation of inspection equipment.
• Work closely with engineering, production, and quality assurance teams to communicate issues and propose solutions to improve product quality.
• Support internal and external audits as needed.
• Interpret complex blueprints, GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing), and work instructions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical certification or associate degree in manufacturing, machining, or quality a plus.
• Minimum of 2-5 years of experience in quality control or inspection within the aerospace or manufacturing industry.
• Proficiency in using precision measuring instruments (e.g., calipers, micrometers, CMM), blueprint reading, and knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
• Familiarity with AS9100 or ISO 9001 quality systems.
• Proficient with inspection tools and measurement techniques.
• Working knowledge of First Article Inspection (FAI).
• Good verbal and written communication skills to document inspection results and communicate effectively with team members.
• Ability to work independently and within a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to sit or stand for long periods, lift up to 50 lbs, and perform detailed visual and hands-on inspections.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM) and associated software (e.g., PC-DMIS, Zeiss Calypso).
• Experience with vision systems: Programming and operating a Keyence and Micro View.
• ASQ Certified Quality Inspector (CQI) or similar quality-related certification is a plus.