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The Senior Precision Inspector performs advanced dimensional inspections, CMM programming, calibration, and metrology analysis to ensure products, tooling, and components meet engineering specifications. This role develops measurement strategies, evaluates measurement system and process performance, and collaborates with product engineers to resolve technical challenges and improve product quality. Working with limited technical direction, the Senior Precision Inspector also provides technical guidance and mentorship to team members.

What You Will Do

• Perform precision inspections using CMMs, gauges, micrometers, surface measurement instruments, and other equipment to verify products, tooling, and components against engineering drawings and specifications.
• Program and optimize CMMs by developing automated measurement routines, operating and troubleshooting equipment, and improving inspection methods using Mitutoyo MCOSMOS or similar software.
• Conduct metrology and statistical analyses including measurement system analyses, gauge repeatability and reproducibility (R&R) studies, process capability assessments, control charts, and distribution curves to evaluate measurement and process performance.
• Manage equipment calibration and verification by maintaining calibration records and databases, coordinating external calibration services, and supporting fixture and gauge design.
• Maintain inspection records and reporting by tracking requests, measurement results, labor, and project data; maintaining controlled production part documentation; and preparing and communicating inspection and analysis reports.
• Collaborate on technical problem-solving with product engineers and internal customers to interpret requirements, assess dimensional impacts on product performance, and resolve measurement and inspection challenges.
• Provide technical leadership and support by working independently with limited direction, mentoring team members, supporting inspection planning and process improvements, and complying with company policies and standards. Perform other duties as assigned.

What You Will Bring

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree in a science, technology, engineering, or mathematics (STEM) field preferred.
• Experience: 5-7 years of related experience required.
• Certifications: Certified Quality Inspector certification required; Certified Quality Technician or Calibration Technician certification required within 18 months of hire; PI Bronze certification required within six months of hire.
• Experience programming, operating, and troubleshooting CMMs and using precision measurement equipment, including gauges, micrometers, and surface measurement instruments; experience with Mitutoyo MCOSMOS or similar software preferred.
• Knowledge of measurement system analysis (MSA), gauge repeatability and reproducibility (R&R) studies, process capability, statistical reporting, equipment calibration, and related documentation; fixture and gauge design knowledge preferred.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications, develop measurement strategies, select appropriate inspection equipment, analyze data, and solve technical problems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and measurement data analysis and reporting.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and customer service skills, with strong organizational and time management skills, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize competing requests.
• Ability to work independently with limited technical direction, resolve technical challenges, and provide guidance and mentorship to team members.

What We Can Offer You 

• Competitive Pay & Benefits: Enjoy a robust Total Rewards Program that includes health, financial benefits, and more. 
• Generous Time Off: Take advantage of our generous vacation, sick days, holidays, plus a volunteer day to give back to the community. 
• Retirement & Growth: 401(k) match, profit sharing, and abundant growth and development opportunities to help you advance your career. 
• Parental Leave: Because we care about your family and your future. 

Compensation: The expected base pay range for this role is $30-$36 an hour. Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.  

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