Quality Inspector (Inspector I & II)

Great Hire; Buena Park (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

Great Hire in Buena Park, CA is seeking Quality Inspectors to support dimensional, visual, and functional inspections of aluminum die cast components. Roles range from Inspector I to Inspector II, with advancing responsibilities and guidance on quality standards.

Inspectors ensure products meet customer and ISO/IATF standards, perform measurements with calipers, micrometers, and CMM, and document results accurately to support continuous improvement across production.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or preferred for advanced roles.
• 3–5 years of quality inspection experience for Inspector II.
• Ability to read blueprints and follow work instructions.
• Familiarity with SPC, ISO/IATF quality systems.
• Experience using advanced inspection equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform visual and dimensional inspections on die cast parts
• Identify defects such as porosity, cracks, flash, blisters, and surface imperfections
• Verify product conformance to drawings, specifications, and control plans
• Complete inspection documentation, reports, and records accurately
• Support first article, in-process, and final inspections
• Use measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, height gauges, and go/no-go gauges
• (Inspector II) Interpret engineering drawings and GD&T
• (Inspector II) Utilize advanced inspection tools including bore gauges, optical comparators, and CMM
• (Inspector II) Investigate nonconforming material and assist with root cause and corrective actions
• (Inspector II) Support audits and mentor junior inspectors
• Great Hire is an equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting, employing, retaining, promoting, terminating, and otherwise treating all employees on the basis of merit, qualifications, and competence.

Skills

Attention to detail

Blueprint reading

GD&T knowledge

Quality inspection

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical degree preferred

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Height gauges

Go/no-go gauges

Bore gauges

Optical comparators

CMM

Job description

Buena Park, United States | Posted on 09/14/2026

We are seeking Quality Inspectors to support dimensional, visual, and functional inspections of aluminum die cast components. Roles range from entry-level (Inspector I) to advanced inspection responsibilities (Inspector II). Inspectors ensure products meet customer, company, and industry quality standards while supporting continuous improvement across production.

Note: Advanced or more experienced inspectors are encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities

Perform visual and dimensional inspections on die cast parts

Identify defects such as porosity, cracks, flash, blisters, and surface imperfections

Verify product conformance to drawings, specifications, and control plans

Complete inspection documentation, reports, and records accurately

Support first article, in‑process, and final inspections

Use measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, height gauges, and go/no‑go gauges

(Inspector II) Interpret engineering drawings and GD&T

(Inspector II) Utilize advanced inspection tools including bore gauges, optical comparators, and CMM

(Inspector II) Investigate nonconforming material and assist with root cause and corrective actions

(Inspector II) Support audits and mentor junior inspectors

Requirements

Qualifications

Inspector I:

High school diploma or GED

0–2 years of manufacturing or quality inspection experience preferred

Ability to read basic blueprints and follow work instructions

Familiarity with basic measuring tools

Strong attention to detail

Inspector II:

High school diploma or GED; technical degree preferred

3–5 years of quality inspection experience

Strong blueprint reading and GD&T knowledge

Ability to use advanced inspection equipment

Understanding of SPC, quality tools, and ISO/IATF requirements

Bonus Skills

Experience identifying casting defects

Ability to work independently after training

Experience with CMM or advanced metrology tools (Inspector II)

Great Hire is an equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting, employing, retaining, promoting, terminating, and otherwise treating all employees on the basis of merit, qualifications, and competence. We do not discriminate on the basis of any trait or characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.