Quality Control Inspector

Located in Watkins Glen, NY

Quality Control Inspector

Job Type: Full-Time
Pay: Hourly

We are looking for an experienced Quality Control Inspector to inspect machined components and ensure all products meet blueprint specifications, quality standards, and customer requirements. This position is ideal for someone with strong blueprint reading skills, knowledge of GD&T, and experience using precision measuring equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform in-process and final inspections on machined parts

• Complete first article inspections before production runs

• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and GD&T

• Verify dimensions, tolerances, and surface finishes

• Use precision measuring tools, including calipers, micrometers, and bore gauges

• Identify quality issues and communicate concerns to machinists and management

• Review inspection records and production documentation

• Help identify recurring issues and support corrective actions

• Ensure parts meet quality standards before moving to the next operation or shipment

Qualifications

• Strong blueprint reading skills

• Working knowledge of GD&T

• Experience using calipers, micrometers, height gauges, and bore gauges

• Previous quality inspection experience in a manufacturing or machine shop environment

• Strong attention to detail

• Good communication and problem-solving skills

• Ability to recognize quality issues and stop production when necessary

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team