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Quality Inspector – Mechanical / GD&T Knowledge Jobs in North Andover, MA at Microwave Engineering Corporation
Microwave Engineering Corporation is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
Microwave Engineering Corporation is an industry leader in aerospace manufacturing, precision machining, and engineering. We take pride in delivering top-tier components that meet the highest standards of precision, safety, and performance. We are looking for an experienced, skilled and detail-oriented Quality Inspector to join our team and help ensure our products continuously meet exact customer and regulatory specifications.
Position Summary
As a Quality Inspector, you will play a critical role in maintaining our product standards through raw material, in-process, and final mechanical inspections. You will read and interpret complex engineering blueprints using Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) standards to verify that all parts strictly align with design specifications.
Key Responsibilities
- Inspection & Testing: Perform first-piece, in-process, receiving, and final mechanical inspections on precision-machined parts and assemblies.
- Blueprint Reading & GD&T: Interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and model files; utilize GD&T principles to evaluate critical dimensions, form, orientation, and profile tolerances.
- Tool & Equipment Operation: Proficiently use hand tools (calipers, micrometers, dial indicators, height gauges, bore gauges) and setup/operate precision measurement equipment (such as CMMs and optical comparators).
- Documentation & Reporting: Accurately record first piece inspection results and First Article Inspections (FAI) reports.
- Non-Conformance Handling: Identify, tag, and segregate non-conforming parts; create Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) and collaborate with engineering and production teams to assist in root-cause analysis.
- Process Improvement: Assist in improvements to the inspection processes and workflows.
Qualifications & Skills
Required:
- Experience: Minimum of 2 years of hands-on experience as a Quality Inspector in a manufacturing, machining, or precision engineering environment.
- GD&T Expertise: Strong proficiency in interpreting blueprints using ASME Y14.5 / GD&T standards.
- Mechanical Inspection: Proven mastery of conventional precision measuring tools (micrometers, digital height gauges, indicators, plug/thread gauges).
- Computer Literacy: Basic to intermediate computer skills for entering data into ERP/QMS systems and Microsoft Office (Excel/Word).
- Attention to Detail: Excellent analytical skills, high accuracy, and a commitment to quality standards.
Preferred / Plus:
- Experience operating or programming Coordinate Measuring Machines and Digital Height Gages
- Knowledge of AS9100 quality management systems.
- Formal GD&T or Quality Inspector Certification or training
Employment Requirements ✔ U.S. Citizenship or Green Card holder (required due to ITAR regulations) ✔ Must pass a pre-employment background check ✔
Benefits
- Competitive pay + overtime
- Health, dental, vision, life & disability insurance
- 401(k)
- Paid holidays and PTO
- Opportunities for career growth and advancement
· If you are a meticulous Quality Inspector looking to bring your mechanical expertise to a dynamic, growing team, we’d love to hear from you!
· Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your experience with GD&T and mechanical inspection to [email protected]
Pay: $25.00 – $38.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Language:
- Fluent English (Required)
Work Location: In person
Title: Quality Inspector – Mechanical / GD&T Knowledge
Company: Microwave Engineering Corporation
Location: North Andover, MA
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