Quality Assurance Receiving Inspector Corona, CA

Fender Musical Instruments Corporation is a world-famous brand with offices across the globe. Fender was born in Southern California and has built a worldwide influence beyond the studio and the stage. A Fender is more than an instrument; it’s a cultural symbol that resonates globally.

We are currently searching for an exceptional Quality Assurance Receiving Inspector to join our team in Corona, CA
. The Receiving Inspector is responsible for performing dimensional, visual, and functional inspection of incoming purchased components, raw materials, and supplier-provided parts to verify conformance to engineering drawings, specifications, and quality standards. Working from blueprints and applying geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T), the Receiving Inspector uses surface plate set‑ups and a full range of precision measuring instruments to accept, reject, or route nonconforming material, ensuring only conforming components enter production.

• Perform incoming (receiving) inspection of purchased parts, components, and raw materials against engineering drawings, purchase order requirements, and applicable specifications.
• Interpret and apply GD&T callouts, datums, and tolerances from blueprints and technical drawings.
• Set up and perform surface plate layouts and inspections using height gages, gage blocks, angle plates, sine bars, and related tooling.
• Conduct dimensional inspection using standard measuring tools, including calipers, micrometers, height gages, bore/depth gages, thread gages, pin/plug gages, dial indicators, radius/thread gages, and optical comparators.
• Apply statistical sampling procedures and AQL-based acceptance sampling plans to determine lot acceptance or rejection.
• Perform visual and dimensional inspection of plated, coated, and finished parts, including verification of finish, appearance, and coating/plating thickness where specified.
• Document inspection results, record measured data, and complete inspection reports and receiving records accurately.
• Identify, tag, segregate, and document nonconforming material; initiate nonconformance reports (NCRs) and support material review board (MRB) and supplier corrective action activities.
• Verify that inspection, measuring, and test equipment is within calibration prior to use and support the calibration program.
• Review supplier documentation such as certificates of conformance (C of
  
  C), material/test certifications, and first article inspection (FAI) reports.
• Communicate quality issues to Quality, Purchasing, Supply Chain, and Engineering, and support disposition of held material.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area and comply with all safety, quality, and housekeeping (5S) standards.
• Additional duties as assigned

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3–5 years of mechanical/dimensional inspection experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and GD&T.
• Proficiency with surface plate set‑ups and layout inspection techniques.
• Hands‑on experience with all standard precision measuring tools (calipers, micrometers, height gages, indicators, thread/pin gages, optical comparator, etc.).
• Working knowledge of sampling procedures and AQL-based acceptance sampling.
• Solid math skills and attention to detail with the ability to accurately record and interpret measurement data.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize, and manage inspection workload to support production schedules.
• Experience inspecting plated, coated, and finished components, including coating/plating thickness verification.
• Experience with nonconformance/MRB processes and first article inspection.
• Experience using ERP/quality systems (e.g., SAP) for receiving and…