Quality Control / Inspector

Job Description

Job DescriptionAbout Us

ACAL Precision Products is a small, fast-paced precision machining shop specializing in automotive prototypes, defense, and low-volume production work. With a team of about 10 highly skilled professionals, we thrive on flexibility and collaboration. Everyone wears multiple hats to deliver complex, high-tolerance parts on time and with the highest quality.

Position Summary

We are seeking a Quality Control Inspector with strong CMM programming skills to join our team. This role will be hands-on with both surface plate inspection and CMM inspection/programming, covering first-piece, in-process, and final inspections. The ideal candidate will be experienced, detail-oriented, and confident in both traditional metrology and modern CMM techniques.

Responsibilities

• Perform first-piece, in-process, and final inspections of precision machined parts.

• Create and run CMM programs (Zeiss) for prototype and production parts.

• Use a variety of inspection tools including height master, shadow graph, micrometers, calipers, and surface plate setups.

• Interpret and apply GD&T per engineering drawings.

• Prepare and maintain documentation including FAI, PPAP, NCRs, and customer inspection reports.

• Work closely with machinists and management to identify and resolve quality issues.

• Maintain inspection equipment and contribute to continuous improvement of quality processes.

Qualifications

• Experience with both surface plate inspection and CMM programming/operation (Zeiss preferred).

• Strong working knowledge of GD&T (mandatory).

• Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings.

• Familiarity with inspection reporting requirements (FAI, PPAP, NCRs).

• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.

• Education: open to all backgrounds — experience will be valued over formal education.

• Automotive or defense industry experience preferred.

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly pay: $25–$35 (based on experience).

• Trial period with review after 3 months to adjust starting rate.

• Overtime opportunities.

• Day shift schedule (7:00am–3:30pm, occasional Saturday half-days).

• Growth potential in a small, dynamic shop environment.

You should be proficient in:

• GD&T
• Quality Inspection Experience
• Continuous Improvement
• Quality Control Experience
• Quality Control Data Analysis
• PPAP Process Experience
• Blueprint Reading

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) (Zeiss)
• Measurement Gauges
• Calipers and Micrometers