Quality Control Inspector

Description

Location: Hillsboro, OR

Sten Tech is seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Quality Control Inspector to join our team in our Hillsboro, OR facility. This position plays a critical role in ensuring our products meet customer specifications and quality standards. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, has a keen eye for detail, and enjoys hands-on work inspecting precision metal components.

• Inspect incoming, in-process, first article (first part buyoff), finished, and outgoing metal parts to verify compliance with customer specifications, quality standards, and production requirements.
• Perform incoming inspections of supplier materials and final inspections of finished products before shipment.
• Review inspection paperwork, work orders, and supporting documentation for accuracy, completeness, and final approval.
• Identify, document, and communicate defects, discrepancies, and non-conforming materials.
• Use precision measuring equipment, including calipers, micrometers, height gauges, pin gauges, optical comparators, Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM), and other inspection tools to verify dimensions and product quality.
• Complete First Article Inspections (FAIs), including AS9102 documentation, and accurately maintain electronic inspection records.
• Read and interpret customer blueprints, engineering drawings, specifications, and inspection requirements.
• Visually inspect products for defects, damage, workmanship issues, and dimensional inconsistencies while handling precision metal components with care.
• Monitor product quality throughout production and recommend improvements to quality processes when appropriate.
• Assist with assembly or other production-related duties as needed.
• Prioritize multiple tasks while maintaining efficiency and attention to detail in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Previous quality control, inspection, manufacturing, or related experience preferred.
• Experience using precision measuring equipment, including calipers, micrometers, height gauges, pin gauges, optical comparators, and Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM).
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, customer specifications, and inspection requirements.
• Knowledge of CNC machining processes or experience inspecting machined components preferred.
• Experience performing incoming, in-process, and final inspections, including First Article Inspections (FAIs) and AS9102 documentation, preferred.
• Ability to create or modify CMM programs is highly preferred.
• Basic computer skills with the ability to accurately enter inspection data and maintain electronic quality records.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify defects, non-conformances, and dimensional discrepancies.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Reliable, dependable, and committed to producing high-quality work.

• Ability to stand or walk for extended periods throughout the shift.
• Ability to frequently use hands and fingers to inspect, handle, and measure small precision metal components.
• Ability to perform repetitive hand and wrist motions.
• Good visual acuity for detailed inspection work and operation of measuring equipment.
• Ability to occasionally bend, stoop, reach, and lift materials.
• Ability to lift to 50 pounds.
• Ability to safely operate a forklift or willingness to become forklift certified.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record if operating company vehicles or equipment is required.

Join Sten Tech and become part of a team that values quality, integrity, and attention to detail. If you take pride in producing accurate work and ensuring products meet the highest standards,