Quality Specialist

Precision CNC Manufacturing | Aerospace & Regulated Industries | Rochester, NY Cure Consulting Solutions is recruiting several experienced quality professionals for a leading precision CNC manufacturing organization in Rochester, NY. Quality & Visual Specialists Employment Type: Full-time, direct hire, onsite, non-exempt Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m. / 7am-3:30pm Compensation: $18.00–$28.00 per hour, based on experience, skills, and qualifications Why Join Our Client's Organization? Career advancement and onsite training opportunities Innovative company investing in employees, technology, and equipment Medical and dental insurance Paid vacation, sick time, and additional benefits Position Summary: The Quality & Visual Inspection Specialist is responsible for inspecting precision-machined metal components to verify compliance with engineering drawings, customer specifications, dimensional tolerances, and applicable quality standards. This position performs first article, first-piece, in-process, open-plate, visual, and final inspections using microscopes, gauges, precision measurement instruments, and other inspection equipment. The specialist documents inspection results, identifies and records nonconformities, maintains traceability records, and works closely with production, engineering, and quality personnel to resolve issues and improve manufacturing processes. Job Qualifications: Experience performing first article, first-piece, in-process, open-plate, visual, and final inspections of precision-machined metal components Experience documenting nonconformities and maintaining inspection records within an ERP or quality-management system Proficiency using calipers, micrometers, microscopes, height gauges, CMMs, and other precision inspection equipment Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, inspection plans, GD&T, and tight dimensional tolerances Experience working in a CNC machining, precision manufacturing, aerospace, defense, medical-device, or similarly regulated environment Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, and problem-solving abilities Ability to collaborate effectively with manufacturing, production, engineering, and quality teams High school diploma or equivalent required Technical coursework or certification in machining, manufacturing, or quality is preferred Ability to commute daily to the Rochester, NY facility Quality Control Leader & Internal Auditor Precision CNC Manufacturing | Aerospace Quality Compliance Employment Type: Full-time, direct hire, onsite, non-exempt Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m. or 7:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Overtime: May be available based on production requirements Compensation: $28.00–$48.00 per hour, based on qualifications and experience Position Summary: Our client partner is seeking an experienced Quality Control Leader and Internal Auditor to support CNC machining operations and an aerospace-focused quality management system. This position requires more than general auditing experience. The successful candidate must understand how precision-machined components move through the complete manufacturing process—from raw-material receipt, job setup, machining, and outside processing through dimensional inspection, documentation, traceability, and final product release. The Quality Control Leader and Internal Auditor will conduct internal audits, evaluate manufacturing controls, identify compliance gaps, support corrective actions, strengthen documentation, and help maintain readiness for customer, registrar, regulatory, and quality-system audits. Job Responsibilities: Plan, schedule, conduct, and document internal audits of the quality management system, manufacturing processes, and supporting departments Audit CNC machining operations throughout the full production cycle, including material identification, machine setup, machining, in-process inspection, outside processing, final inspection, and product release Evaluate employee compliance with approved procedures, work instructions, routers, control plans, inspection plans, drawings, and customer-specific requirements Verify compliance with aerospace quality standards, internal policies, regulatory requirements, and customer specifications Review objective evidence, including production travelers, inspection records, setup documentation, calibration records, material certifications, training records, and nonconformance reports Confirm that raw materials, work-in-process components, completed parts, and outside-processed products remain properly identified and traceable Assess controls involving machine setup, tooling, CNC program revisions, first-piece approval, in-process verification, dimensional inspection, and final acceptance Verify that drawings, specifications, revision levels, CNC programs, and controlled documents are current and available at the point of use Audit suppliers and outsourced processes to confirm required certifications, documentation, acceptance criteria, and customer requirements are maintained Identify audit findings, documentation gaps, repeat issues, process weaknesses, and risks affecting product quality or compliance Prepare detailed, evidence-based audit reports and communicate findings professionally to process owners and leadership Support corrective and preventive actions, root-cause analysis, and effectiveness verification Conduct follow-up audits to confirm corrective actions have been implemented and sustained Use structured problem-solving tools such as 5 Whys, fishbone analysis, CAPA, FMEA, and other approved methodologies Monitor nonconformances, corrective actions, recurring defects, and audit trends to identify systemic improvement opportunities Participate in initiatives to reduce scrap, rework, variation, documentation errors, and quality-related risk Support customer, registrar, regulatory, and certification audits Maintain audit-ready documentation and help departments sustain compliance between formal audits Perform or support first-piece, in-process, and final inspections when additional quality support is required Review dimensional inspection results to confirm compliance with drawings, blueprints, specifications, and tolerances Support calibration activities and recordkeeping within the organization’s gauge-management system Collaborate with manufacturing engineers, CNC personnel, production teams, and quality staff to improve processes, inspection methods, documentation, and controls Protect confidential customer, employee, supplier, and proprietary manufacturing information Job Qualifications: Five or more years of experience in quality assurance, dimensional inspection, internal auditing, quality leadership, or a related role within precision manufacturing Practical knowledge of CNC milling and turning processes, machine setup, tooling, program control, in-process inspection, and final inspection Experience conducting internal audits in aerospace, defense, medical-device, or another regulated precision-manufacturing environment Understanding of tight-tolerance machining, dimensional inspection, traceability, and quality-management requirements Ability to evaluate manufacturing operations against procedures, drawings, customer specifications, and quality-system standards Experience reviewing travelers, routers, inspection reports, material certifications, calibration records, nonconformance documentation, and corrective actions Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, specifications, revision levels, and GD&T Proficiency using precision inspection equipment, including micrometers, calipers, height gauges, bore gauges, indicators, optical comparators, surface-finish equipment, CMMs, and related instruments Strong technical writing, analytical, investigative, organizational, and problem-solving skills Ability to manage multiple audits, corrective actions, priorities, and deadlines High school diploma or equivalent required Preferred Qualifications: Formal internal-auditor or lead-auditor training Experience auditing an AS9100-certified aerospace manufacturing facility Working knowledge of ISO 9001 and AS9100 requirements Familiarity with AS9102 First Article Inspection Reports Experience with root-cause analysis, CAPA, FMEA, SPC, process capability, risk-based thinking, and continuous improvement Knowledge of aerospace traceability, configuration control, counterfeit-parts prevention, and foreign-object damage prevention Previous hands-on experience as a CNC machinist, manufacturing engineer, quality technician, or precision-parts inspector This position operates in both office and active manufacturing environments. The employee will routinely enter CNC machining, inspection, production, shipping, and receiving areas to observe processes, interview employees, and review documentation. Appropriate personal protective equipment and compliance with all facility safety requirements are mandatory. Apply Today! Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply for immediate consideration. Cure Consulting Solutions and our client partners are Equal Opportunity Employers and recruiting partners. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, New York State, or local law. Reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process for qualified individuals with disabilities and sincerely held religious beliefs, in accordance with applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr