Quality Inspector (GMM Gear) - Night Shift

TRIUMPH; Michigan; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

19 Days PTO (annual)

Health Insurance

401(k) Match

Life Insurance

Parental Leave

Onsite Fitness Center

Climate controlled environment

Job summary

Triumph is seeking a Gear Lab Inspector to perform ultra-high precision dimensional inspection, testing, and geometric evaluation of gearing. You will set up, program, and operate Klingelnberg P40, P65, and P100 platforms with specialized software to ensure gear tooth profiles meet customer blueprints.

This role requires 1–3 years' experience in aerospace or defense gear inspections, strong GD&T skills, and proficiency with micrometers, calipers, and Excel.

Qualifications

• High school or technical school diploma; associate degree a plus.
• Proven Klingelnberg software competency.
• Experience operating Klingelnberg P-series measuring beds.
• Strong reading of blueprints and GD&T.
• Proficiency with standard precision lab tools.
• 1–3 years gear inspection experience in aerospace or defense.
• Ability to read and interpret specifications.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent attendance.

Responsibilities

• Set up, calibrate, and run Klingelnberg P40/P65/P100 systems.
• Program software to measure tooth geometry and deviations.
• Inspect cylindrical/bevel gears, splines, and related components.
• Interpret charts to propose corrections on the shop floor.
• Read blueprints and apply GD&T to verify datums and tolerances.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Klingelnberg software

P-series beds

Reading blueprints

GD&T

Geometric literacy

Micrometers & calipers

Problem solving

Excel proficiency

Punctuality

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma

Associate degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing Technology

Tools

Klingelnberg evaluation software

Direct-drive rotary tables

Job description

Job Summary

The Gear Lab Inspector is responsible for the ultra-high precision dimensional inspection, analytical testing, and geometric evaluation of complex gearing. The core function of this role is setting up, programming, and operating Klingelnberg Precision Measuring Centers, specifically the P40, P65, and P100 machine platforms. Using specialized Klingelnberg application software, the inspector guarantees micro-geometric compliance of gear tooth profiles, cutting tools, and rotationally symmetrical components against strict customer blueprints.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Klingelnberg CNC Center Operation: Set up, calibrate, and execute fully automatic measuring runs on CNC-controlled Klingelnberg P40, P65, and P100 systems utilizing high-precision direct-drive rotary tables.
• Advanced Gear Application Metrology: Program and utilize proprietary Klingelnberg software modules to measure and evaluate tooth topography, profile/lead deviations, helix variation, twist, tip/root relief, total composite error, and pitch variations.
• Multi-Task Inspection in Single Clamping: Perform comprehensive analysis on a wide array of component types—including cylindrical gears, bevel gears, splines, and specialized hobs or shaper cutters.
• Production Floor & Closed-Loop Collaboration: Interpret measurement charts to calculate correction settings for the manufacturing floor, supporting Klingelnberg Closed-Loop data exchange networks between the inspection lab and CNC gear grinding/cutting machines.
• Blueprint & GD&T Evaluation: Read highly detailed manufacturing blueprints and apply advanced Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) principles to verify critical datums, form, and position parameters.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School or Technical School Diploma or equivalent. Associates Degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Technology a plus
• Klingelnberg Software Competency: Proven experience navigating Klingelnberg evaluation and calibration software
• Machine Competency: Practical experience operating high-accuracy scanning probes on stable, heavy-duty Klingelnberg P-series measuring beds.
• Mathematical & Geometric Literacy: Strong understanding of rotational mechanics, splines, coordinate systems, and micro-geometry of gear flanks.
• Precision Measuring Tools: Secondary proficiency with standard precision lab equipment such as micrometers, height gauges, calipers, and master gauges.
• Minimum of 1-3 years’ experience performing gear inspections in aerospace or military/defense manufacturing.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and specifications.
• Strong problem solving and analysis skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft products and excel.
• Outstanding punctuality and attendance.

Physcial Requirements

• Good hand-eye coordination
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Able to stand for long periods of time
• Ability to use hand tools

Triumph Offers Outstanding Benefits, Including

• 19 Days Paid Time Off (annual allotment), Prorated PTO based on date of hire
• Company Paid Holidays
• 2nd Shift hourly positions receive 15% shift Premium
• Health Insurance starting on your first day
• Company Paid Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance, Accidental Death, and Dismemberment (AD&D)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k) Match (75% match up to 6%)
• Recognition and Service Award Programs
• Educational Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Onsite Fitness Center – Free!
• Climate controlled environment