Receiving Inspector

Salas O’Brien, Inc.; Los Alamos (NM); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Salas O’Brien, Inc. is seeking a full-time Receiving Inspector to support the Scorpius project in Los Alamos, NM. The role inspects newly received shipments and precision-engineered parts before they enter inventory or are released for use, ensuring materials meet PO, drawing, documentation, and quality requirements.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED and 2+ years in receiving/quality inspection. Background checks and drug screening apply; citizenship is required for the project.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years of receiving, quality, or manufacturing inspection experience preferred.
• Ability to read basic mechanical drawings, part numbers, and specifications and use precision measuring tools.
• Accurate documentation and familiarity with inspection reports and material tracking.

Responsibilities

• Inspect incoming Scorpius shipments, machined parts, equipment, and assemblies against purchase orders, drawings, and specifications.
• Check quantities, part identification, physical condition, material records, and certificates of conformance where required.
• Use calipers, micrometers, gauges, and inspection procedures to verify dimensions and tolerances.
• Document inspection results and material traceability; segregate and report damaged or nonconforming items.
• Coordinate discrepancies with inventory, quality, procurement, and engineering before release to assembly.

Skills

Reading drawings

Inspection

Documentation

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Gauges

Job description

Receiving Inspector | Scorpius | Full-Time

At Salas O’Brien we tell our clients that we’re engineered for impact. This passion for making a difference applies just as much to our team as it does to our projects. That’s why we’re committed to living our values every day: inspiring, achieving, and connecting as shared owners of our success with a focus on a sustainable future.

Building for the long-term means that all of our team members can expect to work on amazing projects with a people-first approach to problem solving. It also means that each member of our team has truly limitless potential to build a unique, meaningful, and high-impact career—and they’ll receive great total rewards along the way.

About Us:

Founded in 1975, Salas O’Brien is an employee-owned engineering and professional services firm focused on achieving impact for our clients, our team, and the world. We know that tomorrow’s requirements are today’s opportunities, and we are here to design lasting solutions for pressing challenges.

We work across a variety of industries providing integrated engineering and consulting services. Our specialized experience includes design for data centers, healthcare, science and technology, high-rise buildings, clean energy, education, and other building types as well as structural and building sciences, infrastructure asset management, advanced robotics, and more.

Our technical expertise is paired with an exceptional team of business development, human resources, finance and accounting, information technology, and marketing professionals, all of whom play a key role in bringing our commitments to life every day.

Job Summary:

Salas O’Brien is seeking a full-time Receiving Inspector to support the Scorpius project in Los Alamos, NM. This role inspects newly received shipments and precision-engineered parts before they are accepted into inventory or released for use. The Receiving Inspector will help ensure materials meet purchase-order, drawing, documentation, and quality requirements while supporting timely project execution.

Responsibilities:

• Inspect incoming Scorpius shipments, machined parts, equipment, and assemblies against purchase orders, drawings, and specifications.
• Check quantities, part identification, physical condition, material records, and certificates of conformance where required.
• Use calipers, micrometers, gauges, and inspection procedures to verify dimensions and tolerances.
• Document inspection results and material traceability; segregate and report damaged or nonconforming items.
• Coordinate discrepancies with inventory, quality, procurement, and engineering before release to assembly.

Qualifications and Experience:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years of receiving, quality, or manufacturing inspection experience preferred.
• Ability to read basic mechanical drawings, part numbers, and specifications and use precision measuring tools.
• Accurate documentation and familiarity with inspection reports and material tracking.
• Experience with precision-machine, vacuum-system, or other specialized equipment is a plus.
• S. citizenship is required for this project. Must be able to successfully complete a background check and drug screening as conditions of employment and site access.

Travel:

Project-related travel, if required, will be discussed during the interview process.

The expected base salary for this full-time position is $55,000–$75,000 USD per year. Actual compensation will depend on skills, experience, qualifications, and location.

As a full-time position, this role is eligible for the applicable Salas O’Brien U.S. employee benefits program, subject to plan terms, eligibility, and company policy.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

Salas O’Brien provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, colour, 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/provincial, or local laws. Salas O’Brien will accommodate the disability-related needs of applicants as required by law.

Third-Party Agency Notice

Salas O’Brien does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiters or agencies. We only work with approved partners engaged directly by our Talent Acquisition team for specific searches. Unsolicited submissions will not be eligible for placement fees.

Qualifications

Education

Required

High School or better.

Experience

Preferred

2 years:

2 years:

2+ years of receiving, quality, or manufacturing inspection experience preferred

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