Quality Inspector - Mechanical Mfg.

About the Role:

As a Quality Inspector, you’ll be responsible for ensuring the quality of incoming parts, in-process assemblies, and finished products. You’ll verify products against engineering drawings, specifications, and industry standards using precision measurement tools. Your work helps uphold the company’s reputation for excellence and ensures customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities:

• Inspect incoming parts, in-process assemblies, and finished products for conformance to engineering drawings and specifications.
• Perform receiving, in-process, and final inspections using appropriate tools (calipers, micrometers, indicators, bore gauges, etc.).
• Complete and document First Article Inspections (FAI) per AS9102 standards.
• Identify and document discrepancies such as damage, visual defects, incorrect dimensions, or surface imperfections.
• Work closely with production and the quality teams to resolve quality issues and ensure compliance with internal standards.

What We're Looking For:

• 2–5 years of quality inspection experience in a manufacturing environment (preferably aerospace or precision machining).
• Ability to measure critical dimensions (down to ±.0005”) and interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, and related specifications.
• Familiarity with precision measurement tools and gauges (calipers, micrometers, dial indicators, height gauges, etc.).
• Basic computer proficiency (Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word).
• Ability to complete AS9102 First Article Inspection Reports.
• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and ability to work independently.
• Must be willing to undergo background check and drug screening .

Preferred Qualifications:

While not required, candidates with the following background will stand out:

• Aerospace industry experience.
• Familiarity with visual inspection of special processes such as heat treating, anodizing, and plating .
• Knowledge of ISO/AS quality management systems .
• Experience using**CMM**and/or Keyence Visual System Machine.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Stable and growing company
• Opportunity to work on high-precision parts with a skilled and supportive team

Apply today and take the next step in your Quality career!

If you meet the above qualifications and are ready to contribute to a high-performing team, we’d love to hear from you.

Business Overview:

Valve Research & Manufacturing (VRM) is an industry leader in high-precision valve manufacturing for military and commercial aerospace and oceanographic applications.

We pride ourselves on our quality and customer-first attitude, looking to meet and exceed standards when possible. Going towards the future with growth, expansion, and quality in mind we are always looking for skilled talent to fill positions like this one. Consider working for a better, safer future. Consider a future of growth and opportunities, Consider VRM.

EEO Statement:

Valve Research & Manufacturing Company believes that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities and does not discriminate against its employees or applicants because of such individua’s race, color, religion, sex (including gender), sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, martial status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. Equal employment opportunity will be extended to all persons in all aspects of Valve Research & Manufacturing company—employee relationship, including recruitment, employment, training, promotion, transfer, corrective action, working condition, compensation, employee benefits, layoff, and termination.

You should be proficient in:

• Quality Inspection Experience
• Experience in a Manufacturing Environment
• AS9100 Experience
• Non-conforming Product ID
• Blueprint Reading
• Basic Computer Skills

Machines & technologies you'll use:

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