Manufacturing Inspector

Education Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Additional quality assurance, manufacturing, or inspection training is a plus.
• Understanding of basic math principles and blueprint reading preferred.

Experience Requirements

• Previous quality inspection experience preferred in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Level 1: Ability to determine inspection criteria from work orders and identify color variations, surface textures, and dimensional requirements.
• Level 2: Experience using manual measuring tools such as calipers, pin gauges, and other precision instruments.
• Level 3: Ability to perform First Article Inspections (FAI), dimensional layouts, and PPAP documentation.
• Experience operating Optical Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM) to verify product dimensions is preferred.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy.

Physical Capabilities

• Ability to lift and move materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods while performing inspections.
• Strong hand-eye coordination and visual acuity for detailed quality checks.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while maintaining quality standards.

Job Duties

• Inspect manufactured products to ensure compliance with customer specifications and quality standards.
• Review work orders and determine appropriate inspection criteria.
• Measure parts using visual gauges and precision measuring instruments.
• Verify dimensions, color shades, surface finishes, and product quality.
• Perform customer-specific inspections and documentation as required.
• Conduct First Article Inspections and PPAP activities for advanced quality verification.
• Utilize Optical Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM) to validate part dimensions.
• Maintain accurate inspection records and support continuous quality improvement efforts.
• Assist in ensuring all products meet company and customer requirements before shipment.

The base pay range listed reflects what we reasonably expect to offer for this role. Actual pay may vary based on location, experience, and performance. Depending on the position, benefits may include medical, dental, and vision coverage; retirement and savings plans; paid holidays and time off; supplemental insurance; and additional wellness or incentive programs.