QA Inspector

Description

About the Company:

DwyerOmega is a globally trusted leader in manufacturing innovative instrumentation solutions for the Process Measurement, Automation, Control and HVAC markets. With very strong brand recognition and high levels of customer loyalty, DwyerOmega has an unmatched reputation for providing customized solutions that meet and exceed customer needs. Our team of engineering experts help our customers select technical, and often configured, product solutions for their unique applications.


The company offers over 300,000 state-of-the-art products for process measurement and control of temperature, humidity, pressure, strain, force, flow, level, pH, conductivity, and indoor air quality, and is a recognized global leader in the digital marketing of technical products. The products that we manufacture are used to control and drive process efficiency, creating safe and sustainable environments.


At DwyerOmega, we enable our customers to improve the world - one measurement at a time. We achieve this through our unwavering commitment to technology, customer service, and overall continuous improvement. Every day, we strive to cultivate a culture of ingenuity, empowerment, accountability, adaptability, and speed.


The company's corporate headquarters are based in Michigan City, Indiana, and Norwalk, CT with manufacturing locations and sales offices located throughout the world.

About Fluid Components International, LLC:

Fluid Components International (FCI) is a leading global manufacturer of advanced flow and level measurement instrumentation, utilizing patented thermal dispersion technologies to deliver highly accurate, reliable solutions for industrial process applications. With more than 60 years of innovation and experience, FCI serves a wide range of industries including chemical, oil & gas, power and energy, water and wastewater, pharmaceutical, nuclear power, and aerospace, with products such as mass flow meters, flow switches, level switches, and sensors. FCI's engineering and production facilities are headquartered in San Marcos, California, and the company operates globally within DwyerOmega. FCI is recognized for its rigorous testing, calibration capabilities, and commitment to quality, backed by ISO 9001 and AS9100 certifications.

Position Summary:

Under the direction of the Quality Assurance Manager, the Quality Inspector is responsible for maintaining quality standards by inspecting incoming materials, in-process production, and finished products, and accurately documenting inspection results.

Essential Job Functions

• Perform receiving, in-process, and final inspections.
• Complete operation sheets, including stamping and dating for controlled production.
• Maintain accurate lot traceability throughout the inspection process.
• Interpret production schematics, specifications, and blueprints.
• Conduct final inspections of complex assemblies and First Article Inspections (FAI).
• Administer prescribed inspection procedures, including setup and verification checks.
• Perform visual inspections of bench-assembled components and subassemblies to ensure conformance.
• Verify electrical and/or mechanical standards, specifications, and tolerances.
• Maintain inspection gauges and tools in proper working condition.
• Provide training and guidance to other employees as needed.

Safety Responsibilities

• Follow established safe work practices, participate in required safety training, and promptly report unsafe conditions, near misses, or accidents.

Quality Responsibilities

• Understand and support the Quality Policy and applicable elements of the Quality Management System relevant to assigned work areas.
• Take proactive action to reduce, eliminate, and prevent quality deficiencies, including product or process escapes.
• Initiate actions to prevent nonconformities related to products, processes, and quality systems.
• Exercise responsibility and authority to identify quality concerns and elevate issues for timely resolution within the quality system.

Communication

• Communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Maintain professional, constructive, and collaborative working relationships with internal teams and external stakeholders.

Salary

$20.00-$25.00 per hour

Requirements

Essential/Preferred Skills:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in manufacturing quality inspection.
• Ability to operate standard inspection tools and basic testing equipment.
• Experience testing subassemblies.
• Ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams, schematics, and blueprints.
• Ability to follow verbal and written job instructions.
• Ability to pass IPC-A-610 / J-STD-001 certification.
• Experience working in a controlled manufacturing environment requiring lot traceability.

Work Conditions and Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and type for extended periods.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
• Use of standard office equipment, inspection tools, and measurement devices is required.
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), such as safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, or steel-toe footwear, may be required in designated areas.
• Standard business hours are typical, with occasional extended hours to support production schedules, audits, or customer requirements.
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods and walk throughout the facility as needed.
• Visual acuity (with or without corrective lenses) sufficient to inspect parts, read drawings, measurements, and documentation.

Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice as assigned by the Manager. The job description does not constitute a contract of employment, and the position remains at-will.

Dwyer Instruments, LLC is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, status as a qualified individual with a disability, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, ancestry, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.


We believe in transparent and equitable pay. All U.S. job postings include a good-faith salary range based on role, location, experience, and internal equity. We're happy to discuss compensation openly throughout the hiring process.


Salary Description


$20.00-$25.00 per hour