Precision inspector job description
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Precision inspector requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in precision inspector job postings.
Sample precision inspector requirements
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
- Previous experience in an inspection role
- Proficient in precision measuring tools
- Familiarity with Quality Management Systems
- Knowledge of industry standards and regulations
Sample required precision inspector soft skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to work independently
- Excellent organizational skills
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Excellent communication skills
Precision inspector job description example 1
Solar.com precision inspector job description
* Program and operate high accuracy measurement / instrumentation systems to make complete inspection of experimental and production parts and assemblies for conformance to standards, using precision measuring instruments and equipment as required.
* Plan and interpret inspection procedures and sequence including necessary layout, setup and mathematical computation required, working from engineering design prints, drawings, work orders, specifications and standards.
* Perform process inspection of experimental work operations during fabrication and assembly.
* Prove manufacturing and inspection capabilities of tools and fixtures by making first run inspection of parts and assemblies and presents collected data to quality assurance for the purpose of establishing standards and procedures.
* Inspect first run production and/or experimental parts and assemblies when inspection tooling and methods are not adequate.
* Plan inspection procedures including necessary layout, programming and mathematical computation required for all types of tooling and precision measuring devices in accordance with tooling standards, tool orders, service requests and tool design drawing specifications, using tooling information and data from production, tooling, engineering and other departments concerned.
* Inspect such tooling including perishable tooling and cutting tools, parallels and dies, templates and other special and general purpose tools involving closely coordinated locating points, interrelated dimensions in more than one
* plane, compound angles and irregular contours.
* Recommend tool design, product design, or planning revisions to make tools more efficient and practical to operate.
Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma, GED or equivalent
Able to interpret drawings, blueprints
2-3+ years of experience working in a production environment
Be able to work any shift
Preferred Qualifications:
5+ years of working in a production environment
CMM experience
Solar Turbines is an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants - including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply. Solar Turbines conducts Drug Screens and Background Checks.
This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as H, L, TN, F, J, E, O.
EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.
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* Plan and interpret inspection procedures and sequence including necessary layout, setup and mathematical computation required, working from engineering design prints, drawings, work orders, specifications and standards.
* Perform process inspection of experimental work operations during fabrication and assembly.
* Prove manufacturing and inspection capabilities of tools and fixtures by making first run inspection of parts and assemblies and presents collected data to quality assurance for the purpose of establishing standards and procedures.
* Inspect first run production and/or experimental parts and assemblies when inspection tooling and methods are not adequate.
* Plan inspection procedures including necessary layout, programming and mathematical computation required for all types of tooling and precision measuring devices in accordance with tooling standards, tool orders, service requests and tool design drawing specifications, using tooling information and data from production, tooling, engineering and other departments concerned.
* Inspect such tooling including perishable tooling and cutting tools, parallels and dies, templates and other special and general purpose tools involving closely coordinated locating points, interrelated dimensions in more than one
* plane, compound angles and irregular contours.
* Recommend tool design, product design, or planning revisions to make tools more efficient and practical to operate.
Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma, GED or equivalent
Able to interpret drawings, blueprints
2-3+ years of experience working in a production environment
Be able to work any shift
Preferred Qualifications:
5+ years of working in a production environment
CMM experience
Solar Turbines is an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants - including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply. Solar Turbines conducts Drug Screens and Background Checks.
This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as H, L, TN, F, J, E, O.
EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.
Not ready to apply? Submit your information to our Talent Network here.
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Precision inspector job description example 2
Panduit precision inspector job description
At Panduit, Our People Make the Difference. Their unique insights and perspectives fuel our innovation and help our customers discover more and better ways to connect with and for the people they serve. We are looking for people who are curious, insightful, collaborative, and committed to building a sustainable and connected world.
What We Can Offer You
In addition to providing our employees a comfortable work environment with the highest level of safety protocols, we offer a Total Rewards Program comprised of competitive health and financial benefit options designed for you. We provide all full-time employees 3 weeks paid vacation + 5 sick days + 1 volunteer day + 11 holidays. Panduit recognizes that our employees are key to our success, and we strive to cultivate a diverse and inclusive work environment that strengthens our Company and enables every employee to reach their full potential.
$2,000 sign on bonus Base salary + 15% premium for evening shift (3pm-11pm) Tuition assistance to attend college or obtain an advanced degree Growth & development opportunities for promotion and stretch assignments 401K match (no vesting) + profit sharing
What We Are Looking For
The CMM Programmer evaluates drawings, specifications, and inspection instructions; decides on the setup and conduct of metrology procedures; performs inspections, calibrations, and gage R&R studies on a broad range of parts to exacting tolerances; and analyzes and reports measurement results and process performance.
What You Will Do
Perform precision inspections on products, tooling, components using basic inspection equipment and intermediate inspection equipment, as well as advanced inspection equipment with guidance Record data on time, labor, dimensions, and other parameters applied to inspection jobs, projects, WASes, etc. Manage equipment calibration database, including calibration dates, methods, and capabilities Maintain controlled documents for production parts Develop simple through moderately complex semi-automatic and automatic measurement programs Organize process capability data and prepare control charts, prepare distribution curves, and interpret results With guidance, plan measurement system studies, organize data, calculate and interpret results Perform verification and calibration of measurement equipment Prepare and review reports on the results of inspection and analyses, including factual data and proper interpretations
What You Will Bring
Required Degree: Highschool Diploma or GED equivalent Preferred Degree: Some geometry and trigonometry college courses preferred Certificate(s): ASQ CMI (Historic)/CQI required within 18 months of hire Required: 3-5 years experience with inspection, operation, and programming, specialized inspection equipment, including CMMs and Vision Measurement Systems Applied experience creating inspection programs for CMMs, including setup, calibration, software programming, and other required tasks Ability to interpret features, dimensions, tolerances, and notes, and GD&T callouts, represented on Engineering drawings (Blueprint and document reading) Ability to utilize basic tools with high level of skill and efficiency with calipers, micrometers, indicators, etc. Ability to utilize intermediate tools with an intermediate to advanced level of skill and efficiency with video measurement system, laser micrometer, electronic height gage Ability to utilize advanced tools with an intermediate to advanced level of skill and efficiency with computer-controlled coordinate measurement system and any other state-of-the-art measurement system acquired
We do not conduct drug screening as part of our background screening process for any position.We will continue to do impairment checks on the job and will test for all drugs and alcohol after any incident.
We thank all those interested in joining the Panduit team; however only those that complete the online application and meet the minimum job qualifications will be considered for this role.
Panduit celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Panduit is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Work Shift
Evening (United States of America)
What We Can Offer You
In addition to providing our employees a comfortable work environment with the highest level of safety protocols, we offer a Total Rewards Program comprised of competitive health and financial benefit options designed for you. We provide all full-time employees 3 weeks paid vacation + 5 sick days + 1 volunteer day + 11 holidays. Panduit recognizes that our employees are key to our success, and we strive to cultivate a diverse and inclusive work environment that strengthens our Company and enables every employee to reach their full potential.
$2,000 sign on bonus Base salary + 15% premium for evening shift (3pm-11pm) Tuition assistance to attend college or obtain an advanced degree Growth & development opportunities for promotion and stretch assignments 401K match (no vesting) + profit sharing
What We Are Looking For
The CMM Programmer evaluates drawings, specifications, and inspection instructions; decides on the setup and conduct of metrology procedures; performs inspections, calibrations, and gage R&R studies on a broad range of parts to exacting tolerances; and analyzes and reports measurement results and process performance.
What You Will Do
Perform precision inspections on products, tooling, components using basic inspection equipment and intermediate inspection equipment, as well as advanced inspection equipment with guidance Record data on time, labor, dimensions, and other parameters applied to inspection jobs, projects, WASes, etc. Manage equipment calibration database, including calibration dates, methods, and capabilities Maintain controlled documents for production parts Develop simple through moderately complex semi-automatic and automatic measurement programs Organize process capability data and prepare control charts, prepare distribution curves, and interpret results With guidance, plan measurement system studies, organize data, calculate and interpret results Perform verification and calibration of measurement equipment Prepare and review reports on the results of inspection and analyses, including factual data and proper interpretations
What You Will Bring
Required Degree: Highschool Diploma or GED equivalent Preferred Degree: Some geometry and trigonometry college courses preferred Certificate(s): ASQ CMI (Historic)/CQI required within 18 months of hire Required: 3-5 years experience with inspection, operation, and programming, specialized inspection equipment, including CMMs and Vision Measurement Systems Applied experience creating inspection programs for CMMs, including setup, calibration, software programming, and other required tasks Ability to interpret features, dimensions, tolerances, and notes, and GD&T callouts, represented on Engineering drawings (Blueprint and document reading) Ability to utilize basic tools with high level of skill and efficiency with calipers, micrometers, indicators, etc. Ability to utilize intermediate tools with an intermediate to advanced level of skill and efficiency with video measurement system, laser micrometer, electronic height gage Ability to utilize advanced tools with an intermediate to advanced level of skill and efficiency with computer-controlled coordinate measurement system and any other state-of-the-art measurement system acquired
We do not conduct drug screening as part of our background screening process for any position.We will continue to do impairment checks on the job and will test for all drugs and alcohol after any incident.
We thank all those interested in joining the Panduit team; however only those that complete the online application and meet the minimum job qualifications will be considered for this role.
Panduit celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Panduit is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Work Shift
Evening (United States of America)
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Precision inspector job description example 3
A.W. Chesterton precision inspector job description
Who We Need:
You have experience with inspection tools and methodologies.
You understand mechanical specifications , blue prints, and drawings.
You can troubleshoot and solve problems quickly and welcome a challenge!
Given these skills, you could work anywhere. So why not bring your talents somewhere great?
How about working at a company:
+ With 130+ years in US manufacturing, whose business is still growing
+ That is led by successful, strategic, personable leaders who know your name
+ That has a significant global environmental impact with products and services that prevent and reduce industrial pollution
+ That encourages you to dedicate 5% of your on the clock time to career development
+ That gives you a formal on-boarding program to get you on a fast path to success
+ That offers tuition reimbursement, a global employee recognition program where you can win gift cards, a mentoring program, a paid volunteerism time-off program, a scholarship program for children of employees and many more!
+ That has people who are fun, smart, engaged and like working together to bring world-class service to our Customers every day
Check out our formal job description below:
Job Summary
At Chesterton, we have a laser focus on our customers. This job impacts the customer by being responsible for setting up and performing a variety of inspections on manufactured assemblies & material to ensure compliance with customer, quality, and company requirements. Responsible for setting up and performing a variety of inspections, using predetermined methods on purchased or manufactured material to ensure compliance with customer, quality, and company requirements. The ability to set-up and measure the accuracy of compound angles and numerous dimensions in accordance with geometric tolerance requirements. The ability to interpret inspection requirements from blueprints/drawings, sketches and Engineering Specifications. Indicates acceptance or rejection of material based on quality inspection procedure dimensions / requirements.
Job Model: On-Site
Hybrid positions will require employees to work both on-site and remote each week under a schedule that has been determined and agreed upon by you and your manager.
On-Site positions will require employees to work on-site for each of their scheduled shifts.
Responsibilities:
+ Inspects incoming raw materials and/or machined product to determine acceptability in accordance with quality plans, engineering drawings, specifications or procedures.
+ Maintains quality records that are legible and easily retrievable according to documented procedures
+ Maintains and adheres to Quality procedures and work instructions.
+ Maintains and adheres to quality and safety policies & procedures.
+ Assists engineering, manufacturing, and customer personnel in the investigation, and verification of customer and/or process problems.
Complexity of Duties:
+ Works under minimal supervision. Works independently & follows established procedures. Work is reviewed for soundness of technical judgment and overall adequacy and accuracy.
+ Must interact effectively with other department personnel, such as purchasing, manufacturing and engineering. May interact with external contacts on routine matters.
+ Full use and application of quality tools and practices.
+ Demonstrate skills in interpreting engineering drawings, specifications and customer requirements.
+ Erroneous decisions, including incorrect inspection data, may cause delays in production schedules.
+ Ability to work under pressure
Essential Skills:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
+ Ability to inspect to Engineering drawings; quality procedures; purchase order requirements; product, process and material specifications and visual standards
Education and/or Experience:
+ High School or equivalent; Trade school or apprentice program preferred.
+ Knowledge of machining operations, types of materials, inspection tools and equipment, and intermediate math skills.
+ 2-5 years of related experience in a manufacturing/quality environment preferred. ASQ Certification in Mechanical Inspection a plus
Other Skills and Abilities:
+ Basic PC skills (Microsoft Office suite) preferred.
+ Basic grammar / interpersonal/communication skills
+ Strong math skills and the ability to understand drawings and use inspection tools.
+ Demonstrated understanding of quality control principles and the ability to follow procedures.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, walk, sit, talk, or hear and reach with hands and arms. May require: repetitive elbow movements, rotating wrist movements, grasping, squeezing and handling objects, tools or controls. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 35 pounds and may be required to crouch, kneel or bend and reach above shoulder height. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision and ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of the job the employee works near moving mechanical parts. Exposure to high levels of noise and temperature in the work environment.
Disclaimer:
A.W. CHESTERTON IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER
The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
All of A.W. Chesterton Company employment is contingent upon successfully passing a background check, drug test, and the respective medical surveillance requirements.
Chesterton is an equal opportunity employer M/F/V/D
#LI-DNI
ID: 2022-3434
Shift: 1st Shift
External Company URL: www.chesterton.com
Street: 860 Salem Street
You have experience with inspection tools and methodologies.
You understand mechanical specifications , blue prints, and drawings.
You can troubleshoot and solve problems quickly and welcome a challenge!
Given these skills, you could work anywhere. So why not bring your talents somewhere great?
How about working at a company:
+ With 130+ years in US manufacturing, whose business is still growing
+ That is led by successful, strategic, personable leaders who know your name
+ That has a significant global environmental impact with products and services that prevent and reduce industrial pollution
+ That encourages you to dedicate 5% of your on the clock time to career development
+ That gives you a formal on-boarding program to get you on a fast path to success
+ That offers tuition reimbursement, a global employee recognition program where you can win gift cards, a mentoring program, a paid volunteerism time-off program, a scholarship program for children of employees and many more!
+ That has people who are fun, smart, engaged and like working together to bring world-class service to our Customers every day
Check out our formal job description below:
Job Summary
At Chesterton, we have a laser focus on our customers. This job impacts the customer by being responsible for setting up and performing a variety of inspections on manufactured assemblies & material to ensure compliance with customer, quality, and company requirements. Responsible for setting up and performing a variety of inspections, using predetermined methods on purchased or manufactured material to ensure compliance with customer, quality, and company requirements. The ability to set-up and measure the accuracy of compound angles and numerous dimensions in accordance with geometric tolerance requirements. The ability to interpret inspection requirements from blueprints/drawings, sketches and Engineering Specifications. Indicates acceptance or rejection of material based on quality inspection procedure dimensions / requirements.
Job Model: On-Site
Hybrid positions will require employees to work both on-site and remote each week under a schedule that has been determined and agreed upon by you and your manager.
On-Site positions will require employees to work on-site for each of their scheduled shifts.
Responsibilities:
+ Inspects incoming raw materials and/or machined product to determine acceptability in accordance with quality plans, engineering drawings, specifications or procedures.
+ Maintains quality records that are legible and easily retrievable according to documented procedures
+ Maintains and adheres to Quality procedures and work instructions.
+ Maintains and adheres to quality and safety policies & procedures.
+ Assists engineering, manufacturing, and customer personnel in the investigation, and verification of customer and/or process problems.
Complexity of Duties:
+ Works under minimal supervision. Works independently & follows established procedures. Work is reviewed for soundness of technical judgment and overall adequacy and accuracy.
+ Must interact effectively with other department personnel, such as purchasing, manufacturing and engineering. May interact with external contacts on routine matters.
+ Full use and application of quality tools and practices.
+ Demonstrate skills in interpreting engineering drawings, specifications and customer requirements.
+ Erroneous decisions, including incorrect inspection data, may cause delays in production schedules.
+ Ability to work under pressure
Essential Skills:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
+ Ability to inspect to Engineering drawings; quality procedures; purchase order requirements; product, process and material specifications and visual standards
Education and/or Experience:
+ High School or equivalent; Trade school or apprentice program preferred.
+ Knowledge of machining operations, types of materials, inspection tools and equipment, and intermediate math skills.
+ 2-5 years of related experience in a manufacturing/quality environment preferred. ASQ Certification in Mechanical Inspection a plus
Other Skills and Abilities:
+ Basic PC skills (Microsoft Office suite) preferred.
+ Basic grammar / interpersonal/communication skills
+ Strong math skills and the ability to understand drawings and use inspection tools.
+ Demonstrated understanding of quality control principles and the ability to follow procedures.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, walk, sit, talk, or hear and reach with hands and arms. May require: repetitive elbow movements, rotating wrist movements, grasping, squeezing and handling objects, tools or controls. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 35 pounds and may be required to crouch, kneel or bend and reach above shoulder height. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision and ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of the job the employee works near moving mechanical parts. Exposure to high levels of noise and temperature in the work environment.
Disclaimer:
A.W. CHESTERTON IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER
The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
All of A.W. Chesterton Company employment is contingent upon successfully passing a background check, drug test, and the respective medical surveillance requirements.
Chesterton is an equal opportunity employer M/F/V/D
#LI-DNI
ID: 2022-3434
Shift: 1st Shift
External Company URL: www.chesterton.com
Street: 860 Salem Street
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024