Quality Control Inspector

Quality Control Inspector
Location: 203A Log Canoe Circle Stevensville MD 21666-2128
Work Hours: 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM Monday through Friday
Salary Range: $22 - $30/hr

Hydrasearch is seeking a Quality Control Inspector to join our team in Stevensville MD. In this role you will support manufacturing operations by verifying that all incoming materials in-process work and finished products strictly meet defined engineering and quality requirements.

Operating within our AS9100-certified precision manufacturing environment you will perform critical dimensional and visual inspections using standard measurement equipment. You will be responsible for reviewing supplier documentation to ensure total conformance to purchase requirements and will play a key role in communicating technical findings to both production and quality personnel to ensure operational excellence.

At Hydrasearch we value the contributions of our Military Veterans and proudly employ our nations heroes. Veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.

What Youll Do:

• Inspection: Verify incoming materials in-process production and finished products against engineering drawings specifications and purchase orders.

• Metrology: Perform dimensional and visual inspections using standard mechanical measurement tools (calipers micrometers etc.).

• Documentation: Review supplier certificates of conformance (CoC) material certifications and test reports for compliance.

• Traceability: Verify traceability between product identification supplier certifications and applicable documentation.

• Quality Control: Identify and document nonconforming material; coordinate with Quality and Production teams on proper disposition.

• Reporting: Maintain accurate inspection records and status identification.

• Collaboration: Communicate findings and required adjustments to production personnel and maintain an organized safe inspection area.

What Were Looking For:

Required Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED equivalent.

• Experience: 03 years of experience in a manufacturing quality control or technical environment (or equivalent vocational training).

• Technical Literacy: Ability to read and interpret basic engineering drawings blueprints or technical specifications.

• Measurement Skills: Basic familiarity with mechanical measurement tools such as calipers or micrometers.

Preferred Qualifications

• Education: Technical trade school certificate or an Associate degree in Manufacturing Technology Engineering or a related field.

• Industry Knowledge: Previous experience working within an AS9100 or ISO 9001 certified quality management system.

• Specialized Tools: Experience using height gages thread gages or CMM (Coordinate Measuring Machine) equipment.

• Software: Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems or specialized Quality Management Software (QMS).

• Problem Solving: Demonstrated experience in identifying non-conformances and participating in root-cause analysis.

What We Offer:

• Medical dental and vision insurance for you and your family
• Competitive salary
• Bonus programs
• 401K retirement plan
• Training opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid vacation PTO and holidays
• Gym reimbursements and more!

Who We Are: Hydrasearch is a U.S. manufacturer specializing in fluid-transfer and control systems for maritime aerospace and defense applications. Since its founding in 1962 Hydrasearch has developed capabilities in hose assemblies valve fittings and customer machined parts often to meet MIL-SPEC and naval standards.

Join us and be a part of a team that values your contributions and supports your goals!

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