Dimensional Quality Inspector — Precision Machining
About The Position
Dimensional Quality Inspector — Precision Machining Join a precision manufacturing team in the Downers Grove area where accuracy and craftsmanship define every part we ship. As a Dimensional Quality Inspector, you will be the last line of defense for product integrity, performing both in-process and final checks on precision machined components to ensure they meet demanding customer and industry standards. A day in the role You arrive at our clean, climate-controlled facility and head to the line you support. With micrometers, calipers, height gages, and dial indicators at the ready, you verify critical dimensions and surface finishes against engineering drawings and inspection criteria. You translate GD&T callouts into practical measurements, compare results to specifications, and record your findings with care. When a dimension drifts or a finish looks off, you collaborate with operators and supervisors in real time—sharing clear, actionable feedback so production can adjust quickly. You’ll document inspection results, nonconformances, and test data per established quality procedures, keeping records accurate and traceable. Between inspections, you help maintain gage calibration status and inspection logs, and you uphold cleanliness and documentation standards across the work area.
Requirements
- 2+ years in manufacturing or quality inspection, ideally in aerospace, automotive, or precision machining.
- Proficiency in blueprint reading and GD&T interpretation.
- Hands-on skill with precision metrology tools (micrometers, calipers, height gages, dial indicators, etc.).
- Exceptional attention to detail, strong communication, and a dedication to quality.
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with CMM operation or reviewing CMM data is a plus, not a requirement.
Responsibilities
- Conduct in-process and final inspections of precision parts using hand and digital instruments (micrometers, calipers, height gages, indicators, etc.).
- Verify dimensions and surface finishes against blueprints, specifications, and inspection plans.
- Interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, and process sheets to confirm compliance.
- Document results, nonconformances, and test data following established procedures.
- Communicate quality issues and dimensional discrepancies to operators and supervisors promptly.
- Assist with calibration upkeep for measurement tools and related records.
- Maintain traceability, documentation accuracy, and cleanliness requirements.
Benefits
- Competitive hourly pay with overtime potential
- Stable, long-term opportunity in a clean, climate-controlled facility
- Excellent benefits package available after hire (health, dental, vision, 401k, etc.)
- Team-oriented environment with opportunities for advancement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
