Receiving Quality Inspector – GD&T & Dimensional

Fender; Corona (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Fender Musical Instruments Corporation in Corona, CA is seeking a Quality Assurance Receiving Inspector to perform dimensional, visual, and functional inspection of incoming components and materials. You will apply GD&T from blueprints, conduct surface plate layouts, and use precision tools to ensure conformance before entering production.

The role requires reading engineering drawings, performing measurements with calipers, micrometers, height gages, and related equipment, and applying

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3–5 years of mechanical/dimensional inspection experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and GD&T.
• Proficiency with surface plate set-ups and layout inspection techniques.
• Hands-on experience with precision measuring tools (calipers, micrometers, height gages, indicators, etc.).
• Knowledge of sampling procedures and AQL-based acceptance sampling.
• Strong math and data recording skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage workload.

Responsibilities

• Perform incoming inspection of purchased parts and raw materials against drawings and purchase order requirements.
• Interpret GD&T callouts, datums, and tolerances from blueprints.
• Set up surface plate layouts and inspections using precision tools.
• Conduct dimensional inspection with calipers, micrometers, height gages, and other gauges.
• Apply AQL-based sampling to determine lot acceptance or rejection.
• Inspect plated, coated, and finished parts including coating thickness verification.
• Document results and maintain inspection records; issue NCRs when needed.
• Verify calibration status of inspection equipment before use.
• Review C of C, material/test certs, and FAI reports with suppliers.
• Communicate issues to Quality/Purchasing/Engineering and support disposition of held material.
• Maintain 5S and safe work area; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Blueprint reading

GD&T understanding

Measurement tools

ERP/SAP experience

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Height gauges

Optical comparator

Surface plate layouts

Gage blocks

Job description

Fender Musical Instruments Corporation in Corona, CA is seeking a Quality Assurance Receiving Inspector to perform dimensional, visual, and functional inspection of incoming components and materials. You will apply GD&T from blueprints, conduct surface plate layouts, and use precision tools to ensure conformance before entering production.

The role requires reading engineering drawings, performing measurements with calipers, micrometers, height gages, and related equipment, and applying