mechanical quality inspector.

Job Summary DESIGN/OL, Inc. is seeking an experienced and meticulous Mechanical Quality Inspector. In this role, you will act as a primary safeguard ensuring that precision-machined, fabricated, or assembled components meet strict engineering blueprints, aerospace/defense standards, and client-specific requirements. You will be responsible for validating components across all key manufacturing checkpoints: at the initial setup (First Article), during production runs (In-Process), and prior to shipment (Final Inspection).



salary: $64,000 - $84,000 per year
shift: First
work hours: 8 AM - 4 PM
education: High School

Responsibilities

1. First Article Inspection (FAI)

• Validate the very first part of a production run against design blueprints and AS9102 / ISO standards to verify the machine setup is accurate.
  
  

2. In-Process Inspection

• Conduct routine, scheduled audits of parts directly on the manufacturing floor during active production cycles.
  
  

3. Final Inspection

• Perform the definitive verification of completed mechanical parts, assemblies, or finished goods before they reach the packing and shipping stage.
  
  

Required:

• Experience: 2–5+ years in mechanical/quality inspection (precision manufacturing, aerospace, or CNC machining).
  
  
• Blueprint Literacy: strong proficiency in reading complex engineering drawings and GD&T callouts.
  
  
• Tooling: Hands-on mastery of standard manual inspection instruments (micrometers, calipers, height gauges, thread gauges).
  
  
• Communication: Clear, constructive communication when reporting defects to machinists and floor teams.
  
  

Preferred:

• Experience with AS9102 Aerospace First Article standards.
  
  
• CMM operation or programming experience.
  
  
• ASQ Certified Quality Inspector (CQI) designation.
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk the manufacturing floor for extended shifts.
  
  
• Excellent visual acuity (natural or corrected) for micro-defect detection.
  
  
• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs.
  
  

The essential functions of this role include:

working in a smoke free environment

Skills

Quality Assurance

Quality Control

Inspection

Production Control

Testing

Providing Feedback

Blueprints

Mechanical Assembling

Qualifications

Years of experience: 5 years

Experience level: Experienced

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This posting is open for thirty (30) days.