Job Description
Job Description About Pathway Group A recruiting and staffing firm specializing in manufacturing roles across aerospace, defense, electronics, automation, and robotics. We connect skilled professionals with industry-leading companies through direct-hire and temp-to-hire placements.
About Our Client A leading global manufacturer of professional tools, equipment, diagnostics, and repair solutions — trusted by technicians across the transportation and industrial sectors for decades.
Position Overview Performs receiving, in-process, first article, and final inspections to ensure materials and finished products meet engineering specifications, customer requirements, and company quality standards. Supports the Quality Management System (QMS) by conducting inspections, documenting results, identifying nonconformances, and assisting in corrective actions per ISO requirements.
Responsibilities
- Perform receiving, in-process, final, and first article inspections.
- Review drawings, specifications, BOMs, work instructions, and quality plans.
- Use precision measuring instruments to verify dimensions and tolerances.
- Document inspection results and maintain accurate quality records per ISO requirements.
- Identify, document, and report nonconforming materials; assist with containment.
- Participate in root cause investigations and corrective/preventive actions.
- Monitor supplier quality issues and communicate discrepancies to Purchasing and Quality.
- Support internal and external audits.
- Verify traceability and proper identification of materials.
- Assist in maintaining calibration records and inspection equipment.
- Support continuous improvement, safety, and 6S initiatives.
Requirements
- High school diploma required; Associate degree in Quality, Manufacturing, or Engineering Technology strongly preferred.
- Minimum 2 years of quality inspection experience in manufacturing.
- Experience with receiving, in-process, final, and first article inspections.
- ISO 9001 experience preferred; ASQ CQT certification a plus.
- Ability to read engineering drawings, blueprints, and GD&T.
- Proficient with calipers, micrometers, height gauges, indicators, thread, and pin gauges.
- Knowledge of NCRs, corrective actions, and root cause analysis.
- Working knowledge of SPC and sampling plans preferred.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and quality data entry systems.
- Strong attention to detail, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and in a team in a fast-paced environment.
- Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.