Quality Inspector

Company Description

Smiths Interconnect, is a global leader in the design and manufacture of high-performance interconnect solutions. Our products are used in mission-critical applications across industries such as aerospace, defense, telecommunications, and industrial markets. At Smiths Interconnect, we are committed to innovation, quality, and providing cutting-edge solutions that connect the world’s most demanding systems.

Smiths Interconnect is part of Smiths Group. For over 170 years, Smiths has been pioneering progress by engineering for a better future. We serve millions of people every year, to help create a safer, more efficient and productive, and better-connected world across four global markets: energy, security & defense, space & aerospace and general industrial. Listed on the London Stock Exchange, Smiths employs c.16,000 colleagues in over 50 countries. 

Job Description

We're looking for a detail-oriented and analytical Quality Inspector to join our team in Salisbury, United States. In this role, you'll play a critical part in maintaining our commitment to excellence by ensuring that all products meet our rigorous quality standards and specifications. As a Quality Inspector, you'll work collaboratively with engineering, production, and management teams to identify opportunities for continuous improvement while upholding the highest levels of product quality and customer satisfaction.

• Measure and verify angular dimensions, radii, contours, clearances, threads, wall thickness, and other product characteristics according to established inspection plans and engineering drawings
• Operate and maintain precision measuring instruments and gauges, including calipers, micrometers, and specialized testing equipment
• Verify that all gauges and measuring instruments conform to calibration intervals and maintain accurate calibration records
• Inspect products at specified stages throughout the production process to identify defects or deviations from quality standards
• Test units for proper fit and function of moving parts, mechanical assemblies, electrical components, and coating integrity
• Analyze engineering drawings and collaborate with management and engineering staff to understand and confirm quality requirements
• Document inspection findings accurately and report both conformances and non-conformances to engineering and management teams
• Identify and communicate changes to existing quality or production procedures that could enhance product quality and operational efficiency
• Maintain organized and detailed inspection records to support traceability and continuous improvement initiatives
• Demonstrate consistent reliability and punctuality in meeting production inspection schedules
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support organizational goals and team needs

Qualifications

Must be US Citizen or Permanent Resident to work in this facility

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 2-3 years of quality inspection within a manufacturing facility
• Solid understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
• Experience with CMM Programming and Operating Systems
• Experience with receiving and inspection of parts from manufactures 
• Proficiency with precision measuring instruments and gauges (calipers, micrometers, dial indicators, etc.)
• Strong ability to read, interpret, and apply engineering drawings and technical specifications
• Solid understanding of quality assurance processes and production procedures
• Knowledge of quality standards and best practices (ISO standards preferred)
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to communicate findings clearly in written and verbal formats
• Reliable attendance and punctuality
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certification in quality inspection or related field
• Certification in IPC/J Standards
• Knowledge of statistical process control (SPC)
• Demonstrated ability to identify and recommend process improvements

Must be US Citizen or Permanent Resident to work in this facility

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.

At no time during the hiring process will Smiths Group, nor any of our recruitment partners ever request payment to enable participation – including, but not limited to, interviews or testing. Avoid fraudulent requests by applying jobs directly through our career’s website (Careers - Smiths Group plc)