Quality InspectorCMM Operator

At KMT Waterjet a Shape Technologies Group (SHAPE) company were devoted to a single goal: delivering innovative manufacturing process solutions that propel our customers to success. SHAPE is a strategic ecosystem of companies including Advanced Pressure Systems (APS) Flow International Shape Process Automation KMT Waterjet H20 Jet Aqua Dyne Aquarese Pro jet System and TOPS. Collectively we provide an extensive portfolio of manufacturing process solutions to customers around the world.

Spanning 100 countries and a broad array of industries SHAPE is expanding its reach through a growing number of direct and indirect channels. By partnering with our customers we become integral to the successful design and manufacture of their next-generation products. We continually scour the globe for new industry-leading technologies to add to our differentiated portfolio of offerings and grow our customer base. Our vision is to become the preeminent advanced process solutions partner handling the highly engineered products of tomorrow.

What We Offer.

In addition to training and career advancement opportunities we offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical dental vision 401(k) paid time off life insurance paid disability insurance education reimbursement and more.

Job Description:

The ideal candidate possesses strong blueprint reading and metrology skills experience with Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM) and a thorough understanding of quality inspection techniques in a manufacturing environment. You will work closely with Manufacturing Engineering and Production personnel to identify quality concerns support corrective actions and ensure product conformity throughout the manufacturing process.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Perform receiving in-process first article and final inspections on machined components and assemblies.
• Operate Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM) to verify dimensional compliance with engineering specifications.
• Create modify and execute CMM inspection programs as required.
• Interpret engineering drawings blueprints specifications and GD&T requirements.
• Utilize precision measuring equipment including calipers micrometers bore gauges height gauges thread gauges dial indicators and other inspection equipment.
• Conduct inspections testing and sampling activities to ensure compliance with customer engineering and quality requirements.
• Complete and maintain accurate inspection records and quality documentation.
• Identify document and segregate nonconforming materials and products.
• Assist with root cause investigations and corrective action activities.
• Support containment activities related to internal and customer quality concerns.
• Perform traceability activities and maintain quality records in accordance with company and customer requirements.
• Support gauge control and calibration activities.
• Assist with First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs) and customer documentation requirements.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities focused on quality and process capability.
• Communicate quality concerns and inspection findings to production engineering and quality leadership.
• Support plant quality and operational activities as needed.
• Maintain a safe and organized work environment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Technical training in Manufacturing Machining Metrology or Quality preferred.
• Minimum two years of quality inspection experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Experience inspecting CNC-machined components strongly preferred.
• Experience operating CMM equipment and interpreting inspection reports preferred.
• Experience with blueprint reading and GD&T interpretation required.
• Working knowledge of ISO 9001 quality systems preferred.
• Combination of education certification and relevant experience may be considered.

Qualifications:

• Strong knowledge of precision measurement and inspection techniques
• Experience operating Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM)
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings blueprints and specifications
• Knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
• Experience using calipers micrometers bore gauges height gauges and related metrology equipment
• Working knowledge of ISO 9001 quality management systems
• Understanding of traceability requirements and quality documentation
• Knowledge of statistical Process Control (SPC) methods
• Gauge calibration knowledge
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with employees at all levels of the organization

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Required Experience:

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