Inspector, Quality Control

Job Details: Job Location: Mount Laurel

• Mount Laurel, NJ, Salary Range: $18.00 - $27.00Hourly, $1,000 Sign On Bonus BLUSA Defense Manufacturing is seeking a detail-oriented and quality-focused Quality Control Inspector to support our manufacturing operations by ensuring products meet customer specifications, industry standards, and company quality requirements. This position is responsible for performing receiving, first-piece, in-process, and final inspections; documenting inspection results; supporting calibration activities; and maintaining accurate quality records. The ideal candidate has strong mechanical inspection skills, a thorough understanding of blueprint reading and GD&T, and is committed to delivering high-quality products in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

Perform receiving, first-piece, in-process, and final inspections to verify compliance with customer drawings, specifications, and quality standards. Document inspection results using AS9102 First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs) and other required quality reporting formats. Conduct roaming in-process inspections throughout the manufacturing floor to verify product conformity and process compliance.

Perform visual inspections to evaluate workmanship, surface finish, and overall product quality. Read, interpret, and manually balloon customer drawings to create detailed inspection reports and documentation packages. Utilize precision measuring equipment, including micrometers, dial indicators, height gages, optical comparators, pin gages, thread gages, and other inspection tools to verify dimensional accuracy.

Assist with calibration activities to ensure inspection and measuring equipment remains accurate and compliant. Prepare quality documentation packages to support customer shipments and regulatory requirements. Identify and communicate nonconforming conditions to production and quality management while assisting with corrective actions as needed.

Maintain accurate inspection records in accordance with company procedures and customer requirements. Collaborate with manufacturing, engineering, production, and quality teams to support continuous improvement initiatives and maintain product quality. Follow all company safety procedures, quality standards, and applicable industry regulations.

Perform other quality inspection and related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Qualifications Required Education High school diploma or equivalent required. Technical training, vocational certification, or an Associate degree in Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, Engineering Technology, or a related field is a plus. Required Experience Minimum of 3–5 years of quality inspection experience in a manufacturing environment.

Experience performing receiving, first-piece, in-process, and final inspections. Experience completing AS9102 First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs) or similar quality documentation. Experience interpreting engineering drawings, blueprints, and specifications with a strong understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).

Experience using precision measuring instruments to inspect close-tolerance machined components. Experience in aerospace or defense manufacturing is preferred. Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) experience is preferred.

Required Skills

& Abilities Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, military specifications, and customer requirements. Proficiency using precision inspection equipment, including micrometers, dial indicators, optical comparators, height gages, pin gages, thread gages, and other dimensional measuring tools.

Excellent attention to detail with the ability to detect defects and ensure compliance with strict quality standards. Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to clearly document inspection findings. Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple inspection priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify quality issues and recommend corrective actions. Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams. Ability to maintain accurate inspection records and documentation with a high degree of accuracy. Physical ability to stand for extended periods and perform inspections throughout the manufacturing facility.

Commitment to safety, quality, continuous improvement, and customer satisfaction.