Casting & Machining Quality Inspector

Job Summary:

Responsible for 100% inspection and verifying of the quality of castings (raw and machined) in compliance with customer requirements, company SOP, engineering drawings, and industry standards. Ensures non-conforming materials are identified, documented as per standard, and properly handled to maintain product quality and integrity.

Key Responsibilities:

• Visual Inspection (100%) Raw castings for any type of visual defects (cracks, unwash, porosity, shrinkage, etc.) using appropriate methods (visual, dye penetrant, etc.).
• Perform dimensional inspection of both raw and machined castings using tools like Vernier calipers, micrometers, height gauges, bore gauges, CMM, and other precision instruments.
• Interpret engineering drawings, GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing) symbols, and tolerance standards (e.g., ISO 8062, ASME Y14.5).
• Conduct in-process and 100% final inspection of machined components to ensure conformance to specifications.
• Review supplier inspection reports, test certificates (chemical, mechanical, NDT), and internal quality records.
• Identify and Document non-conformances as per PPAP Standards; assist in root cause analysis and implementation of corrective/preventive actions (CAPA).
• Maintain inspection records, generate quality reports, and support audits (internal, customer, or third-party).
• Ensure adherence to ISO 9001 / IATF 16949 / AS9100 quality standards, depending on the industry.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and suppliers to resolve quality issues.
• Operate and calibrate inspection tools and maintain their records.

Qualifications & Experience:

Education:Diploma or Degree in Mechanical/Production Engineering or equivalent.

Experience:5 years in casting and machining inspection in a manufacturing environment.

Preferred Certifications:NDT Level II (for relevant methods like PT, UT), CMM programming (optional). Skills & Competencies:

Strong understanding of casting processes (sand casting, investment casting, etc.) and machining operations (turning, milling, boring, drilling).

Knowledge of surface finish standards (Ra values, comparator scales).

Strong understanding of ALL types of measurement instruments including CMM

Familiar with sampling plans (AQL, ANSI Z1.4), SPC tools, and RCA techniques (5 Why, Fishbone diagram).

Excellent attention to detail and documentation skills.

Proficient in MS Excel,

Work Environment:Shop floor and inspection lab-based role; may involve exposure to heat, noise, or oil. Use of PPE as per safety guidelines is mandatory.

If your profile matches with requirement & if you are interested, please share your updated resume with details of your present salary, expectations & notice period.