Quality Inspector

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Location:

West Henrietta, NY, US

Job Type: Regular Full Time Manual Labor

Posted: 5 days ago | Requisition

Salary Range: $24.00 – $25.00 Hourly

The Quality Inspector is responsible for performing in-process and final inspections of precision optical components, assemblies, and related manufacturing processes to ensure compliance with customer requirements, engineering specifications, and internal quality standards. Working within a cleanroom manufacturing environment, this role plays a critical part in identifying defects, maintaining product quality, and supporting on‑time delivery of high-performance optical products. This position regularly collaborates with Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, and Shipping teams to verify product conformity, document inspection results, and elevate quality concerns when necessary.

Success in this role requires strong attention to detail, excellent visual acuity, sound judgement, and the ability to consistently follow established inspection procedures.

• Perform in-process and final inspections of precision optical components, assemblies and manufacturing processes to verify compliance with customer, engineering and quality requirements.
• Conduct visual inspections using established procedures, inspection criteria and applicable measurement equipment.
• Review engineering drawings, work instructions, specifications, material certifications and test documentation to verify product conformity.
• Accurately document inspection results, nonconformance’s and quality data in accordance with internal procedures and quality system requirements.
• Identify and communicate nonconforming or questionable conditions to Quality, Manufacturing and Engineering personnel for evaluation and disposition.
• Utilize microscopes, comparators and other inspection equipment to evaluate product quality standards.
• Maintain compliance with cleanroom protocols, contamination control practices and proper handling procedures for sensitive optical components.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality and Shipping teams to support on‑time delivery of conforming product and continuous improvement efforts.
• Maintain accurate quality records and support audits, investigations, corrective actions and quality system activities as required.

• High School Diploma or GED required;
  Associate degree or technical coursework in Quality, Manufacturing, Engineering Technology, Optics or a related field is beneficial but not required.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a manufacturing quality, inspection, testing or other detail‑oriented technical environment.
• Experience working with precision products, assemblies, components or documentation where accuracy and attention to detail are critical.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, work instructions and inspection criteria.
• Strong visual inspection skills with the ability to identify defects, discrepancies and nonconforming conditions.
• Proficiency with computers and standard software, including Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong organisational, documentation and time‑management skills.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining a high level of accuracy and consistency.

• Results‑Oriented:
  Motivated, hard‑working and ready to level‑up.
• Curious:
  Never stops learning and has an insatiable desire to gain new skills and knowledge.
• Process‑Oriented:
  Well organised, demonstrating attention to detail.
• Analytical:
  Possesses a "If there’s a problem, I’ll find a solution" attitude.
• Accountable:
  Demands the highest quality from yourself and team members.
• Detail‑Oriented:
  Excellent time management and organisational skills.
• A Team Player:
  Reliable, collaborative, flexible with a positive "get things done" attitude.

Pursuant to ITAR, EAR and other export compliance laws and regulations, applicants for this position must be U.S. Persons as defined by U.S. law, i.e., U.S. citizens,…