Mechanical Quality Inspector

Madden Industrial Craftsmen is seeking a Mechanical Quality Inspector for a long-term role with plastics manufacturing company located in Tigard, OR. The Level III Mechanical Quality Inspector is a senior technical and leadership role responsible for advanced inspection, GD&T interpretation, quality system compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives. This position ensures product conformity to engineering and customer requirements while supporting and strengthening the organization’s ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System (QMS).

Pay: $27+

Mechanical Quality Inspector Responsibilities:

• Perform complex first article (FAIR), in-process, final, and receiving inspections on machined and fabricated components.

• Interpret and validate compliance to complex engineering drawings, specifications, and customer requirements.

• Apply advanced GD&T principles to verify form, fit, and function of precision components.

• Inspect complex geometries using advanced metrology methods including CMM and FARO programming and execution.

• Develop inspection strategies for tight tolerance and high-risk features.

• Perform and support weld inspections (AWS) and specialized inspections where applicable.

• Review and redline drawings and travelers to ensure clarity and manufacturability.

• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001:2015.

• Lead and participate in internal audits, ensuring process adherence and identifying gaps.

• Support corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) and root cause analysis.

• Maintain and improve inspection records, FAIR documentation, and traceability systems.

• Assist in the creation and revision of Work Instructions (WI) and Operational Method Sheets (OMS).

• Serve as a Level II Trainer, mentoring and developing Level I and II inspectors.

Mechanical Quality Inspector Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical training or degree preferred

• 5–8+ years of mechanical inspection experience in machining and/or fabrication environments

• Proficient in all hand measuring tools:

  • Calipers, micrometers, height gages, thread gages, bore gages

• Strong drawing interpretation and inspection execution

• FAIR inspection and reporting experience

• Knowledge of RMA processes, traceability, and part marking

• Experience with:

  • Optical comparator (operation & programming)

  • CMM/FARO operation

  • In-process, receiving, and production inspection

• Intermediate GD&T (demonstrated)

• Working knowledge of ISO 9001 quality systems

• Advanced GD&T (Demonstrated Skills)

• Advanced CMM/FARO Programming and inspection strategy development

• Internal auditing experience (ISO 9001)

• Calibration and traceability ownership/support

Benefits:

• $27/hr+

• Medical

• Paid Sick Leave

• 401K with Match

• Paid Holidays