Quality Inspector
Summary
Quality Inspector performs incoming inspection and verification of raw materials, components, and outsourced parts for a defense contractor, using precision measurement tools to ensure compliance with engineering specifications and quality standards. Works closely with Quality, Purchasing, Engineering, and Production teams.
Gwynedd Manufacturing is a rapidly growing defense contractor and state-of-the-art manufacturing facility located in North Wales, PA. We are proud to serve the U.S. Department of Defense and federal law enforcement agencies with high-quality firearms and accessories. As an innovative and forward-thinking organization, we are committed to continuous technological advancement and process improvement.
Position Summary
We are seeking a detail-oriented Quality Inspector to perform inspection and quality verification of incoming raw materials, components, and outsourced processes for a manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for ensuring that all received items meet engineering requirements, purchase order specifications, and quality standards before being released to production. The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of technical drawings, GD&T, and inspection methods, and is comfortable working closely with Purchasing, Engineering, and Quality teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform inspection on incoming raw materials, components, and finished or semi-finished parts
- Verify conformance to purchase orders, engineering drawings, specifications, and quality requirements
- Conduct dimensional and visual inspections using precision measurement tools (calipers, micrometers, height gauges, pin gauges, etc.)
- Apply AQL and sampling plans as required for incoming inspection
- Review certifications, material test reports, and supplier documentation for accuracy and compliance
- Identify, document, and segregate nonconforming material in accordance with SOPs
- Generate and maintain inspection records, inspection reports, and nonconformance documentation
- Communicate quality issues with internal teams (Quality, Purchasing, Engineering, Production) to support timely resolution
- Assist Quality Management with root cause investigations and corrective action activities related to supplier issues
- Ensure compliance with internal quality systems, ISO standards, and applicable customer or military specifications
- Support continuous improvement initiatives related to incoming quality and supplier performance