Quality Inspector

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The Quality Assurance Inspector performs inspection of optical components, metal/manufactured parts, subassemblies/assemblies, products and/or materials for quality and conformance to designed specification by visual comparison, adjustable gauges and test sets.

• Performs precise visual and dimensional inspection of optical components and metal parts as needed.
• Performs FAI's (First Article Inspections) on diverse range of optical components down to 6mm.
• Approves incoming materials by confirming specifications; conducting visual and measurement tests; rejecting and returning unacceptable materials.
• Documents inspection results by completing reports and logs; summarizing re-work and waste; inputting data into quality database.
• Clearly and professionally communicates inspection findings, quality issues, requests, and status updates via email, Microsoft Teams, and in person with engineers, leads, supervisors, and assembly technicians.
• Uses good judgment to resolve internal and supplier quality issues.
• Keeps measurement equipment operating by following operating instructions and upkeep; monitoring their calibration status.
• Ability to challenge fellow employees regarding quality.
• Ability to prioritize workload and manage constant shifting daily priorities.
• Ability to work well independently.
• Complies with health and safety policies and procedures.
• Supports company values including ethical conduct and high integrity in all actions.

• One-year certificate from college or technical school; or three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Ability to read and understand technical drawings and specifications.
• Minimum of one-year previous experience regularly using computer and measuring instruments (i.e. Zygo interferometers, Smart Scope Vision Systems, Scratch‑dig references, Stylus profiler, Optical Comparator, Laser Ruler, Oscilloscope, and other machines or equipment tools required to complete duties and responsibilities listed above).
• Experience or familiarity with MIL‑spec compliance for optical surfaces is highly preferred.
• Experience with interpretation of GD&T tolerancing.
• Ability to interface with all manufacturing departments.
• Ability to compile data for analysis.
• Regularly work in a cleanroom environment with gowning protocol.
• Comply with the Clean Room Protocol when entering a clean room environment.
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading technical publications.
• Personal protective equipment and clean room attire, as required.
• Proficient computer skills (Microsoft Word/Excel).
• High degree of accuracy and/or alertness required.
• Familiarity with special terminology as related to the manufacture of optical lens and related products.

• This position requires working with very small components (down to 6mm) under magnification and specialized lighting.
• Requires regularly entering a cleanroom environment, which involves a quick and standard gowning process (smock, hair nets, shoe covers, gloves, etc.).

The compensation range for this position is $42,500.00 - $63,700.00, depending on experience. This position may be eligible for performance based bonus plan.

Our comprehensive U.S. benefit offerings include:
Health benefits, 401(k) retirement savings program with company match, PTO, and more. More information on our benefits and rewards can be found on our career page:

IDEX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. IDEX gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without…