Quality Control Inspector

Location: St. Louis

Quality Control Inspector – Manufacturing

Location:

St. Louis / Kirkwood, MOJob Type: Full-Time | Hourly Position Summary We are seeking an experienced Quality Control Inspector to inspect precision-machined and fabricated components to ensure compliance with engineering drawings, customer specifications, and established quality standards.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in manufacturing inspection, precision measurement, blueprint interpretation, and a minimum of 2 years of hands-on Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) experience.

Key Responsibilities Perform first-article, in-process, and final inspections of manufactured components.

Operate Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs) to verify dimensional accuracy and tolerances.

Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and GD&T specifications.

Inspect CNC-machined, fabricated, and assembled components.

Use precision measuring instruments, including micrometers, calipers, height gauges, indicators, and optical comparators.

Document inspection results and maintain accurate quality records.

Identify and report nonconforming materials and dimensional discrepancies.

Work closely with machinists, production personnel, and engineering to resolve quality issues.

Follow ISO 9001 quality procedures and inspection requirements.

Maintain inspection equipment and support calibration processes.

Required Qualifications Minimum 2 years of hands-on CMM experience — REQUIRED.Experience operating CMM equipment to inspect manufactured components and verify dimensional accuracy.

Previous quality inspection experience in a machining or manufacturing environment.

Strong ability to read and interpret blueprints and GD&T.Proficiency with micrometers, calipers, height gauges, and other precision measurement tools.

Ability to document inspection findings and identify out-of-tolerance conditions.

Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications Experience inspecting CNC-milled and turned components.

CMM programming or program modification experience.

Familiarity with ISO 9001 quality standards.

Experience with first-article inspections and inspection documentation.

Experience in a precision machining or job shop environment.

Important Requirement Candidates must have at least 2 years of actual hands-on CMM experience. Experience using only handheld measuring tools, without CMM experience, will not meet the minimum qualifications.

You should be proficient in:

GD&TStatistical process control (SPC)
ISO 9001 Certification Experience First Article Inspection (FAI)
Blueprint Reading Blueprint Reading & Engineering DrawingsCNC Machining & Manufacturing Processes Coordinate Measuring Machines In-Process & Final Quality Inspection Metrology & Calibration Nonconformance Identification & Documentation Precision Measurement & Dimensional Inspection Quality Assurance & Quality Control Quality Inspection Precision Measurement Machines & technologies you'll use:

Optical Comparator Thread Gauges (GO/NO-GO)
Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM)- Inspection Reporting & Quality Documentation Software Bore Gauges

CaliperCMM SoftwareCNC Mills & Lathes Coordinate Measuring Machines Depth Micrometers Dial Indicators Digital & Dial Calipers Gauge Blocks & Surface Plates Height Gauge Height Gauges Indicator Inside  & Outside Micrometers Manual & CNC CMM Equipment Micrometer Optical  Comparators Surface Roughness Testers