Quality Inspector III

Cadrex Manufacturing Solutions; Agawam (MA); On-site; USD 35,817 - 44,083; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision coverage

Employer-paid life insurance

Short and long-term disability insurance

401(k) investment plan with employer match

Generous paid time off

Education support program

Job summary

Cadrex Manufacturing Solutions is seeking a Quality Inspector III in Agawam, Massachusetts. The role involves using measuring devices for thorough inspection of products, documenting findings, and collaborating with teams to resolve quality issues. Candidates should have at least 5 years of experience in metal fabrication and a high school diploma, with an associate degree preferred. Benefits include health coverage, paid time off, and a 401(k) plan. Salary ranges from $26 to $32 per hour.

Qualifications

• 5 or more years in metal fabrication under a continuous improvement QMS.
• Ability to read simple instructions and write simple correspondence.
• Mathematical operations proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Use measuring devices for product inspection.
• Inspect and document outcomes for manufacturing.
• Collaborate on corrective actions for issues.

Skills

Use measuring devices

Read and interpret blueprints

Visual inspection

Documentation of inspection results

Collaboration with teams

Calibration procedures

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree in a related field

Tools

FARO measurement equipment

Micro-Vu measurement equipment

Job description

Overview

Cadrex is searching for a Quality Inspector III to directly support site manufacturing practices through development, evaluation, and continual improvement of processes using quality concepts, principles, and methodologies with the goal of consistently meeting or exceeding customer expectations of quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Use measuring devices such as calipers, micrometers, steel rulers, pin gauges, surface plate, and height gauge
• Read and interpret blueprints
• Perform visual inspection of product according to customer requirements
• Inspect and/or test in-process product as well as finished product
• Document inspection results by completing required reports/logs
• Identify and quarantine non-conforming product
• Generate and summarize non-conforming reports for discrepant products
• Maintain measurement equipment by following operating instructions and address issues with equipment that may need repair
• Inspect and approve incoming materials as needed by confirming they meet specifications
• Attend department meetings as required
• Inspect and release products for shipping by ensuring proper documentation or certifications are provided as outlined by customer requirements (visual & dimensional verification may be required)
• Learn and assist with dimensional verification of PPAP and first article parts
• Create internal control plans in accordance with customer and Advanced Laser requirements
• Operate FARO and Micro-Vu measurement equipment
• Provide direct support to the production floor by assisting with interpretation and development of manufacturing related documentation and providing proper measuring techniques
• Assist with calibration procedures and provide calibration of measuring equipment as outlined by Advanced Laser procedures and ISO Standard
• Collaborate with the team for corrective action in reaction to customer complaints, vendor issues, and internal process failures
• Work effectively as part of a team to resolve issues with manufacturing personnel
• Participate in internal process audits including dimensional workmanship and documentation verification
• Complete PPAP and first article documentation development and processing
• Lead and train Level I and II inspectors as needed to increase performance
• Train, identify, and implement lean processes and project improvements

Preferred Qualifications

• Understand industry safety standards and quality expectations
• 5 or more years working in a metal fabrication environment under a continuous improvement QMS with hands‑on inspection preferred
• Read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Write simple correspondence
• Present information effectively in one‑on‑one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees
• Perform mathematical operations (add, subtract, multiply, divide) in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
• Compute rate, ratio, and percentage and interpret graphs
• Use word processing software, spreadsheet software, e‑mail software, and the internet

Education

• High school diploma
• Associate degree in a related field preferred

Location

• Onsite

Schedule

• Monday to Friday

Compensation

• Health, dental, and vision coverage
• Employer‑paid and supplemental life insurance
• Short‑term and long‑term disability insurance
• Generous paid time off and holiday pay
• Monthly remote work stipend (for remote employees who qualify)
• 401(k) investment plan with an employer match of up to 4%
• Education support program
• Safety eyeglasses/shoe reimbursement
• Referral bonuses
• Bonus plan for all full‑time employees

Work Environment

• Employee is frequently exposed to work near moving mechanical parts and vibration; occasionally exposed to the risk of electrical shock. Noise level is usually moderate and occasionally loud.

Physical Demands

• Employee is regularly required to stand, sit, use hands and fingers, handle or feel, talk or hear. Employee is occasionally required to sit, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Required vision abilities include close, distance, peripheral, color, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Core Values

• Safety first, rising to the challenge, collaboration, accountability, and doing the right thing

Cadrex provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Salary: $26-$32 per hour