Receiving QC Dimensional Inspector
NOVWork with suppliers and internal stakeholders to investigate nonconformances and support supplier corrective action activities. Perform on-site or off-site supplier inspections, including inspection of NDE activities and records when required. Provide technical guidance to other inspectors and support consistent application of inspection requirements and procedures. Maintain calibration records and support the inspection equipment calibration program through internal activities and coordination of external services. Verify that measuring and inspection equipment is within calibration and traceable to NIST standards before use. Serve as a technical point of contact for complex inspection and product quality concerns involving Suppliers, Purchasing, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality. Identify recurring quality issues and recommend corrective or preventive actions to support continuous improvement. Perform and document receiving inspections of machined, fabricated, manufactured, and purchased components against engineering drawings, specifications, inspection plans, and applicable codes. Reviews and approves Material Traceability Reports (MTRs) Conduct advanced dimensional, visual, and mechanical inspections using precision measuring equipment and appropriate inspection techniques. Performs NDE on applicable materials, weldments, and components, and verify that inspection methods, acceptance criteria, and documentation meet project and quality requirements. Identify and escalate NDE indications, discrepancies, or documentation gaps for appropriate technical evaluation and disposition. Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, GD&T, product specifications, and applicable standards to establish inspection requirements. Accurately document inspection results and maintain complete, traceable inspection records in accordance with company procedures. Initiate and process Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs), support material disposition, verify corrective actions, and document closure. Follow company Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) requirements and Quality Management System procedures. Perform other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications High School Diploma or GED required 5+ years of experience in quality inspection, receiving inspection, dimensional inspection, or mechanical inspection in a manufacturing, machining, fabrication, or related industrial environment. Significant experience with NDE requirements and documentation for weldments, materials, or manufactured components. Working knowledge of common NDE methods, such as visual testing (VT), liquid penetrant testing (PT), magnetic particle testing (MT), ultrasonic testing (UT), and radiographic testing (RT). Ability to review NDE reports for traceability, completeness, and conformance to specified acceptance criteria. Experience interpreting engineering drawings, blueprints, specifications, and GD&T in accordance with ASME Y14.5. Strong dimensional inspection skills using precision instruments such as calipers, micrometers, height gauges, dial indicators, bore gauges, thread gauges, surface plates, depth gauges, and pin gauges. Working knowledge of metrology principles, measurement uncertainty, and dimensional inspection techniques. Experience supporting or administering calibration systems with equipment traceable to NIST standards. Ability to identify, document, and clearly communicate nonconforming conditions with sound technical justification. Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to work effectively with suppliers and cross-functional teams. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and electronic quality management or ERP systems. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage complex inspection priorities independently. Ability to provide technical guidance to other inspectors and contribute effectively to cross-functional quality initiatives. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs Ability to stand/stoop/sit f…