Your precision protects lives. Every measurement matters.
Union City, CA
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$25 – $34/hour
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2+ years
Reports to: Quality Manager / Senior Quality Inspector
Quick Answer: What Does a Quality Inspector Do?
A quality inspector verifies that machined parts meet drawing specs and GD&T using a CMM, calipers, micrometers and pin gauges. At RivCut, the role covers first-article inspections per AS9102, in-process checks and final inspections on aerospace and defense components, plus inspection reports, non-conformance documentation and AS9100 compliance.
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Role snapshot: Union City, CA | Full-time | Pay $25 – $34/hour | 2+ years experience | tools: CMM × calipers × micrometers × height gauges | standards: AS9102 first-article & AS9100 quality system | tolerances to ±0.0005″
About This Role
Inspect precision-machined components using CMM, calipers, micrometers, and optical comparators. Perform first-article inspections (FAI), in-process checks, and final inspections to ensure every part meets customer specifications and AS9100 quality standards.
Document findings, generate inspection reports, and work with machinists to resolve non-conformances. Your attention to detail is the last line of defense before parts ship to our customers. We're a startup — everyone gives 110%, one shared goal.
This role is critical to our reputation and growth. You'll work on parts for aerospace, defense, and medical industries where precision isn't optional — it's everything. Help us build the quality systems that define RivCut.
Key Responsibilities
Perform first-article inspections (FAI) per AS9102 standards
Conduct in-process and final inspections on machined components
Operate CMM equipment for dimensional verification
Use precision measuring instruments: calipers, micrometers, height gauges, pin gauges
Read and interpret engineering drawings with GD&T callouts
Generate detailed inspection reports and quality documentation
Identify and document non-conformances with clear descriptions
Work with machinists to resolve quality issues and prevent recurrence
Maintain calibration records for all inspection equipment
Support internal and external quality audits
Track and report on quality metrics (scrap rate, first-pass yield)
Verify incoming material certifications and traceability
Use optical comparators and surface roughness testers when required
Contribute to continuous improvement of quality processes
Requirements
2+ years of quality inspection experience in a machine shop or manufacturing environment
