Shop‑Floor Quality Inspection Lead — Tight‑Tolerance Components

Jerpbak-Bayless Machining; Solon (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Job summary

Jerpbak Bayless Machining in Solon, Ohio seeks a Shop-Floor Quality Inspection Lead to own first‑article, in‑process, and final inspections for tight‑tolerance CNC components, translating blueprints and GD&T into inspection plans on the shop floor.

You will use CMMs, profilometers, optical comparators, and other gauges, verifying 16 Ra finishes and critical dimensions, collaborating with machinists and engineers to prevent defects.

Qualifications

• 5+ years inspecting components in a precision CNC environment.
• Expert blueprint/GD&T interpretation and communication.
• Mastery of precision gauges and advanced metrology techniques.
• Zero-defect mindset with shop-floor collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Own first‑article, in‑process, and final inspections for precision CNC components.
• Translate blueprints and GD&T into clear inspection strategies.
• Verify microfinish requirements and key dimensions to exacting tolerances.
• Create and maintain precise inspection records and reports.
• Escalate nonconforming material and support root‑cause investigations.

Skills

GD&T interpretation

Blueprint reading

Metrology

Quality control

Attention to detail

Tools

CMM

Optical comparator

Profilometer

Surface finish tester

Micrometers

Calipers

Height gauges

Bore gauges

Thread gauges

FARO arm

Job description

Shop‑Floor Quality Inspection Lead — Tight‑Tolerance ComponentsLocation: Solon, Ohio (Jerpbak Bayless)Schedule: Full-TimeIs this you?Do you speak GD&T fluently? Can you feel the difference between a 32 and a 16 Ra finish—and prove it on a profilometer? Do you enjoy collaborating with machinists at the machine to nail dimensions to tenths (.0001\")? If yes, you’ll thrive leading inspection at the source—right on the shop floor.What you’ll doOwn first‑article, in‑process, and final inspections for precision CNC components with complex features and critical surfaces.Translate detailed blueprints and GD&T into clear inspection strategies aligned with engineering specs.Apply advanced metrology: optical comparator, surface finish tester/profilometer, CMM, height/bore/thread gauges, micrometers, calipers, and more.Verify microfinish requirements (including 16 Ra and below) and key dimensions to exacting tolerances.Work alongside machinists, programmers, and engineers to prevent defects and accelerate problem‑solving.Create and maintain precise inspection records and reports.Escalate and disposition nonconforming material; support root‑cause investigations and corrective actions.Contribute to FAI execution, capability studies, and customer documentation deliverables.What makes you successful here5+ years inspecting components in a precision CNC environment.Proven skill with tight tolerances and sophisticated geometries.Expert blueprint/GD&T interpretation and communication.Mastery of precision gauges and advanced metrology techniques.Relentless attention to detail with a zero‑defect mentality.Comfort operating on the production floor in close partnership with machinists and engineering.Bonus pointsFARO arm operation/programming experience.Documented work with microfinishes down to 16 Ra and below.ISO 9001 or AS9100 quality system exposure.Background in CNC machining or machine setup.Your toolkitGD&T expertise; blueprint readingQuality inspection and quality control practicePrecision measurement; advanced gauge methodologyTape measure know‑howFirst Article Inspection (FAI)QC data analysisGood Manufacturing Practices (GMP)Precision dimensional inspectionWhere you’ll apply it3–4 axis VMCs (Fanuc, Mazak, Doosan, Makino) and 5+ axis VMCs (Fanuc, Mazak)2–4 axis and 5+ axis CNC lathes (Mazak, Doosan)Horizontal machining centers — 3–4 axis (Doosan, Makino) and 5+ axisCoordinate Measuring Machine (CMM), optical comparator, measurement gaugesCalipers, micrometers, height/bore/thread gauges; Hardness Tester (Starrett)Cylindrical grinderAutoCAD and SolidWorks for 2D drawings and 3D modelingMaterial handling: crane and forkliftsWhat you getCompetitive pay aligned to experienceHealth, dental, and vision insurancePaid time offRetirement planA stable, high‑end precision machining environment where craftsmanship mattersAbout usJerpbak Bayless is a precision CNC manufacturer specializing in complex, tight‑tolerance components made on advanced multi‑axis machining centers. Our team takes pride in delivering exceptional quality and finishes on parts others won’t attempt. If you value precision and partnership, let’s talk.