Quality Control Inspector

What You’ll Be Part Of

Saltera HR is partnering with a leading precision manufacturing company in Tempe to hire an experienced Quality Control Inspector. This individual will perform incoming, in-process, and final inspections to ensure manufactured components and finished products meet engineering specifications, customer requirements, and applicable quality standards.

The ideal candidate is reliable, detail-oriented, self-motivated, and comfortable inspecting precision plastic and metal components. Strong blueprint-reading skills, knowledge of GD&T, and experience working within AS9100 and AS9102 quality systems are essential.

Why This Role Matters

What You’ll Do

• Perform incoming, in-process, and final inspections of precision components and assemblies.
• Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, GD&T, specifications, and work instructions.
• Inspect parts for dimensional accuracy, proper orientation, workmanship, and compliance with customer requirements.
• Use precision measuring equipment, including calipers, micrometers, height gauges, bore gauges, gauge blocks, thread gauges, and CMM equipment.
• Complete First Article Inspections in accordance with AS9102 requirements.
• Review material certifications, inspection documents, and product traceability records.
• Accurately document inspection results and maintain complete quality records.
• Identify and document nonconforming materials through the NCR process.
• Support root cause analysis and corrective and preventive action activities.
• Ensure parts are properly handled, labeled, stored, and protected throughout the inspection process.
• Support internal, customer, and regulatory audits.
• Communicate quality concerns clearly with production, engineering, and management.
• Perform other quality-related responsibilities as assigned.

What We’re Looking For

• High school diploma or GED required; technical certification is preferred.
• At least three years of quality inspection experience in aerospace, semiconductor, or precision manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of GD&T and dimensional inspection practices.
• Experience working within an AS9100 quality management system.
• Knowledge of AS9102 First Article Inspection requirements.
• Ability to read and interpret complex manufacturing drawings and specifications.
• Hands-on experience inspecting precision plastic and metal components.
• Proficiency with precision measuring tools; CMM experience is preferred.
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems and electronic quality documentation.
• Experience with DISCUS, UniPoint, Microsoft Office, or Adobe is a plus.

Skills and Competencies

• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and make sound quality decisions.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Coachable, dependable, and open to feedback.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Strong organizational and documentation skills.

Work Environment

• Precision manufacturing environment.
• Regular use of required personal protective equipment.
• May require standing for extended periods.
• Ability to lift approximately 25–40 pounds.
• Overtime may be required based on production needs.

About Saltera HR

Saltera HR is proud to partner with organizations who share our belief that people matter—and that opportunity, fairness, and respect belong in every workplace. We recruit, represent, and refer candidates based solely on qualifications, experience, and alignment with our clients' needs. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status protected by law. We are not the employer of record for this position. Our role is to represent both the client and the candidate with professionalism, integrity, and respect throughout the recruitment process.