Quality Inspector

Capitol City Components

Quality Inspector

Schenectady, NY
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Job Overview

    In this role, you will be responsible for conducting in-process and final inspections, interpreting technical specifications, and maintaining detailed documentation. Your expertise will be critical in upholding quality assurance and ensuring smooth production operations.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Inspection & Verification:
    * Execute in-process and final inspections following established guidelines.
    
    * Determine appropriate inspection methods and set up requirements, especially for first article parts.
    
    • Quality Control Authority:
    * Exercise the authority to halt production to prevent further processing of defective parts.
    
    • Documentation & Reporting:
    * Maintain accurate records of inspection results and complete all required quality assurance forms.
    
    * Produce clear and meaningful reports on quality metrics and findings.
    
    • Equipment Calibration:
    * Oversee and manage calibration programs to monitor and control production and quality control gauges.
    

    Required Knowledge & Skills

    • Technical Expertise:
    * Solid foundation in mechanical and mathematical inspection principles.
    
    * Familiarity with ISO specifications, quality standards, and Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T).
    
    * Proficient in reading and interpreting blueprints and technical drawings.
    
    • Measurement & Instrumentation:
    * Skilled in programming Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM) for automated part verification.
    
    * Proficiency with hand-held gauging tools, including micrometers, thread gauges, dial indicators, vernier calipers, height gauges, internal/external thread gauges, ID/OD micrometers, and bore gauges.
    
    • Data Management:
    * Competent in documenting inspection data using computer systems and generating analytical reports.
    
    • Interpersonal & Organizational Skills:
    * Ability to work effectively in a team environment alongside machinists and engineers.
    
    * Capable of coordinating inspection plans, working with minimal supervision, and maintaining strong communication with internal and external stakeholders.
    

    Position Requirements

    • **Education: **Associate’s Degree in a relevant field.

    • Experience:

    * 0–2 years of quality control experience in a manufacturing environment, including exposure to metrology.
    
    * Experience as the primary operator/programmer of both stationary and portable CMMs.
    
    * Demonstrated ability to read and interpret both single-part and assembly drawings.
    
    • Preferred Experience:
    * Working knowledge of PC-DMIS software.
    
    * Basic understanding of metallurgy and instrument calibration.
    

    Physical Demands

    • General Requirements:
    * Ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 30 pounds frequently, and up to 10 pounds constantly.
    
    * Tasks involve reaching, fine motor activities (typing, using hand tools), and precise visual inspection.
    
    * Must be comfortable working near moving parts, vehicles, or electrical sources, with strict adherence to safety protocols.
    

    Salary info:

    $18 - $25 / hr