Senior Machine Shop Parts Inspector – DoD Access

Collins Machine Works; Portsmouth (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K with company match

Paid Time Off

Short Term Disability

Life Insurance

Job summary

Collins Machine Works is seeking an experienced Machine Shop Parts Inspector to join our Portsmouth, VA team. You will inspect and test parts produced to ensure adherence to drawings and quality standards, with access to DoD facilities.

The role requires strong measurement skills, blueprint reading, and experience with calibrated instruments. A background check and site access are required; a sign-on bonus is offered based on satisfactory performance.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of machining experience preferred.
• At least 5 years of experience as a quality control inspector preferred.
• Ability to read blueprints and perform tests/inspections with calibrated instruments.
• Portable CMM experience (FARO, Keyence) highly desired.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Conducts visual and dimensional tests using calibrated equipment to ensure parts meet drawings.
• Determines and uses inspection processes; creates inspection reports confirming requirements.
• Collaborates with production to ensure timely inspections.
• Confirms and approves quality of finished parts; documents nonconforming parts.
• Participates in root cause analysis meetings when required.
• Maintains a clean, organized work area; performs related duties as assigned.

Skills

Machining experience

Quality control

Blueprint reading

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

MS Office

English communication

Tools

Portable CMM (FARO)

Calipers & micrometers

Job description

Collins Machine Works is seeking an experienced Machine Shop Parts Inspector to join our Portsmouth, VA team. You will inspect and test parts produced to ensure adherence to drawings and quality standards, with access to DoD facilities.

The role requires strong measurement skills, blueprint reading, and experience with calibrated instruments. A background check and site access are required; a sign-on bonus is offered based on satisfactory performance.