QC Inspector (FARO)

Job Title: QC Inspector (FARO)

Department: Quality

Location: Conroe, Texas

Reports To: Quality Manager

Position Overview

We are seeking a skilled QC Inspector with hands-on experience in FARO portable CMM systems (Arm and/or Laser Tracker) to support dimensional inspection activities in a fast-paced sheet metal fabrication environment.

This role is responsible for ensuring product conformance through precise measurement, inspection programming, and data-driven analysis. The ideal candidate brings strong GD&T expertise, practical shop-floor experience, and the ability to translate inspection data into actionable quality improvements.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform high-precision dimensional inspections using FARO Arm to validate parts against CAD models and engineering drawings.
• Develop, execute, and maintain inspection programs for First Article Inspection (FAI), in-process verification, and final inspection.
• Must be able to create programs for new parts to support NPD activities.
• Ability to integrate measurements into workflows
• Generate and analyze inspection outputs including deviation reports, color maps, and point cloud comparisons
• Interpret GD&T requirements to establish datums, inspection strategies, and acceptance criteria
• Proficient with precision measuring equipment including calipers, micrometers, height gauges, bore gauges, profilometers, WFT and DFT gauges
• Document and report inspection results, including any non-conformities, in accordance with company's IMS (Integrated management system)
• Identify and document non-conformances; support root cause analysis and corrective actions with engineering and production teams
• Maintain accurate inspection records and prepare reports (including FAIR/AS9102 when applicable)
• Ensure FARO equipment is properly maintained, calibrated, and compliant with certification requirements
• Support internal audits, customer audits, and quality system compliance (ISO 9001 / AS9100 as applicable)
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts by identifying trends in dimensional variation and process capability

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical certification in metrology, CMM, or FARO operation preferred
• Minimum 1–3 years of hands-on experience operating FARO Arm or Laser Tracker in a manufacturing environment
• 3–5 years of overall quality inspection experience in fabrication, machining, or similar industries
• Valid and recent certifications are a plus

Technical Skills

• Strong proficiency with FARO hardware and inspection software (PolyWorks, FARO CAM2, Verisurf, or equivalent)
• Solid understanding of GD&T with ability to build inspection plans from drawings and CAD models
• Experience with inspection reporting, deviation analysis, and dimensional validation workflows
• Proficient in conventional inspection tools (calipers, micrometers, height gauges, etc.)
• Familiarity with quality systems (ISO 9001, AS9100 preferred)
• Working knowledge of SPC and data analysis tools is a plus

Soft Skills

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Problem-solving mindset with ability to support root cause analysis
• Effective communication across quality, engineering, and production teams
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced manufacturing environment