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AkroFire · 3 days ago

Inspector III (2nd shift)

Kamatics Corporation, Bloomfield, CT, US

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$24.61/hr - $36.91/hr

2+ years exp

Kamatics is a global leader in high-performance bearings and engineered tribological solutions for aerospace, defense, and industrial applications. They are seeking an Inspector III to perform inspection activities on products and materials, ensuring compliance with quality standards and engineering drawings while supporting production schedules.

Aviation & Aerospace

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Perform visual and dimensional inspections of mechanical components and assemblies to close tolerances

Conduct first-piece and in-process inspections within assigned value streams

Identify surface, dimensional, visual, material, documentation, and workmanship non-conformities in accordance with blueprints and Kamatics’ quality standards

Report non-conforming materials or unusual conditions to the Quality Supervisor and cell leader

Utilize inspection equipment to verify drawing specifications, including:

Mastery: Calipers, micrometers, dial bore gages, chamfer gages, profilometers

Proficiency: Optical comparators, Sunnen gages

Demonstrate proficiency in measuring GD&T characteristics, including roundness, parallelism, concentricity, runout, perpendicularity, flatness, and total runout

Demonstrate ability to identify GD&T items such as true position and material modifiers

Operate coordinate measuring machines (CMM) to inspect product

Complete all responsibilities in accordance with productivity, quality expectations, and established work procedures

Maintain inspection records, data, and logs; create inspection documentation such as IMS, first article, and related forms

Navigate computer systems and software to access drawings, inspection plans, and verification requirements

Provide leadership and training support as needed to ensure production schedules are met

Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment; follow all safety and environmental procedures and report incidents as required

Recommend improvements to work processes and procedures; actively contribute to 5S initiatives

Deliver a high level of service to internal and external customers while fostering a positive team environment

Perform other duties as assigned and participate in cross-training or learning additional positions

Qualification

Inspection experienceCMM operationGD&T knowledgePrecision measuring instrumentsStatistical Process ControlShop math knowledgeAttention to detailProblem-solving skillsEffective communicationTeam-focused

Required

High school diploma or GED required

2–3 years of inspection experience in a manufacturing environment or equivalent demonstrated experience

Must meet all defined competency requirements for the role

Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills

Effective verbal and written communication (speaking, listening, questioning, documentation)

Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings and blueprints

Experience completing inspection method sheets and first article documentation

Customer-focused mindset with occasional interaction with customer inspectors

Results-oriented, dependable, and team-focused

Initiative and leadership capability

Proficiency using precision measuring instruments, including CMMs

Shop math knowledge

Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) knowledge

Statistical Process Control (SPC) knowledge

Frequent mental and visual attention to detail

Occasional lifting and moving of materials weighing up to 50 lbs. (15–40%)

Ability to work overtime and weekends as needed to meet customer demands

Flexibility to work varying schedules as required

This position requires using information subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR