Quality Inspector - Weekend Day Shift

VulcanForms; Harvard (MA); On-site; USD 31,684 - 52,348; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Generous paid time off

401(k) plan with company match

Job summary

A leading additive manufacturing company in Massachusetts is seeking a Quality Inspector to ensure every product meets the highest standards of precision and safety. The role involves performing inspections, developing methods, and supporting compliance with industry regulations. Candidates should have over 3 years of experience in inspections, especially in medical, aerospace, or defense manufacturing. The position includes competitive pay ranging from $23 to $38 per hour, alongside comprehensive benefits like medical insurance and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience performing part inspections with strong drawing interpretation skills.
• Self-motivated, hands-on team player with excellent communication skills.
• Experience in medical device, aerospace, or defense manufacturing required.

Responsibilities

• Perform First Article Inspections (FAI) and routine part inspections.
• Ensure materials, equipment, processes, and products comply with quality specifications.
• Communicate and collaborate with operations personnel.

Skills

GD&T principles

First Article Inspections (FAI)

Dimensional and visual inspections

Root cause analysis

Data analysis and troubleshooting

AQL sampling techniques

Hands-on experience with advanced inspection equipment

Tools

CMMs

PCMMs

Vision systems

Profilometers

Blue light scanners (e.g., Zeiss, Faro, Keyence)

Job description

Founded in 2015 to develop the world’s first industrially scalable laser metal additive manufacturing solution, VulcanForms is reshaping how the world manufactures critical products. We build and operate advanced digital infrastructure that enables innovation, accelerates growth, and supports sustainability across aerospace, defense, medical, and other essential industries. Through our vertically integrated capabilities, including scalable additive manufacturing and precision machining, we deliver true end-to-end production at scale by combining cutting‑edge technology with a foundation of proven industrial craftsmanship. Our team brings deep expertise in manufacturing, materials science, software, automation, and operations, united by a shared commitment to quality, curiosity, and accountability. We foster an inclusive culture where people take ownership, solve meaningful problems, and continuously learn, because we believe diverse perspectives lead to better outcomes.

Job Purpose

As a Quality Inspector at VulcanForms you will work in a diversified role within our Quality Inspection team dedicated to ensuring every product we deliver meets the highest standards of precision, safety, and reliability. By applying expertise in inspection methods, quality systems, and problem‑solving, this role safeguards our customers’ trust, drives continuous improvement, and helps advance innovation in metal additive manufacturing. VulcanForms is a 24/7/365 operation. This shift is Friday through Sunday, and every other Thursday, from 6:00 am to 6:00 pm.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform First Article Inspections (FAI) and routine part inspections using calipers, micrometers, and other gauges.
• Verify that materials, equipment, processes, and productscomply withquality specifications.
• Develop andvalidateinspection and test methods;assistin creating SOPs and inspection protocols.
• Monitor,analyze, and report onproduct qualitymetrics.
• Support compliance with customer, internal, industry (AS9100, ISO 9001, ISO 13485), and regulatory requirements through audits and gap analysis.
• Assist in developing and implementing process controls, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure that workflows, processes, and productscomply withsafety regulations.
• Investigate and troubleshoot product or production issues.
• Inspectmanufactured parts, issuing non‑conformance reports, and facilitating MRB hardware disposition and corrective action tasks.
• Work independently and manage daily priorities with minimal supervision.
• Communicate and collaborate with operations personnel to ensure production needs are met.
• Initiate and communicate identified nonconformances.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience performing part inspections with strong drawing interpretation skills.
• Extensive knowledge of GD&T principles.
• Experience with First Article Inspections (FAI), Test Method Validation (TMV), and developing inspection methods.
• Proficiency in AQL sampling techniques.
• Skilled in performing dimensional and visual inspections.
• Experience with root cause analysis, data analysis, and troubleshooting.
• Experience in medical device, aerospace, or defense manufacturing required.
• Hands‑on experience with advanced inspection equipment and software, including CMMs, PCMMs, vision systems, profilometers, and blue light scanners (e.g., Zeiss, Faro, Keyence).
• Ability to troubleshoot issues encountered with inspection equipment.
• Verify that materials, equipment, processes, and productscomply withquality specifications.
• Self‑motivated, hands‑on team player with excellent communication skills, adaptable to fast‑paced startup environments and excited by new challenges in metal additive manufacturing.

VulcanForms offers a competitive salary and equity package. Actual compensation is based on factors such as the candidate's skills, qualifications, and experience. In addition,VulcanForms provides comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; generous paid time off; and a 401(k) plan with company match.

The role shall also include a pay differential of 5% on any applicable shift not included in the standard base‑pay shifts.

The hourly pay range for this position is $23 - $38 per hour.