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# Lead Quality Inspector

- **Company:** Small Parts, Inc.
- **Location:** Beaumont, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Office, Statistical Process Control (SPC), Plex
- **Published:** October 27, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=04490a23d0698d77

## About the Role

* Alignment with MPI Mission and Values
 * Understands and performs to the Small Parts Quality Management System
 * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
 * Ability and desire to perform accurate work
 * Accountable and dependable
 * Able to understand work and process instructions
 * Ability to work effectively and efficiently with minimal supervision
 * Ability to work well with others
 * Clear and effective communication skills
 * Proficient with a PC, Microsoft Office, and the Plex ERP system
 * Good understanding of SPC and the ability to use SPC software

Preferred

 * Demonstrated ability to identify and leverage employee strengths
 * Experience providing positive recognition and coaching to employees
 * Proven team-building and leadership skills, * High School Diploma or equivalent; 3 years' quality lab experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
 * Ability and desire to problem solve and carry out instructions
 * Able to read, write, and speak fluent English
 * Mechanical aptitude
 * Able to read blueprints and understands GD&T
 * Ability to accurately complete basic mathematics functions
 * Ability to measure parts with calipers, micrometers, or various job-specific gages

## Description

This position maintains the annual layout program (including gage calibration and part testing), monitors the effectiveness of the Small Parts measuring system, and maintains all metrology-related items both internally and externally. It also directly supports and trains employees in Quality Inspection roles., * Maintains the annual layout program, including gage calibration and part testing.

 * Programs inspection routines into the OGPs.
 * Maintains calibration and ERP gage control, including Gage R&Rs; performs all internal gage calibration and schedules and prepares outsourced calibration.
 * Assists in pre-launch monitoring and work instructions for inspecting product throughout the pre-launch process.
 * Creates, performs, and assists in preventive maintenance projects.
 * Verifies vision system equipment, and programs, validates, and troubleshoots when necessary.
 * Creates control plan checksheets for receiving and production, and creates and controls work instructions for setup and production personnel.
 * Performs supplier audits when necessary and assists with corrective actions.
 * Assists the Quality labs with measurement methods and blueprint interpretation.
 * Approves incoming materials, in-process production, and finished products by confirming specifications and conducting visual and measurement tests; rejects and returns unacceptable materials and confirms rework.
 * Documents inspection results by completing reports and logs.
 * Conducts final inspections and dock audits on items that are shipping.
 * Performs heat treat testing and verification of standards.
 * Uses inspection and measurement tools such as Smartscopes, X-Ray machines, force gages, micrometers, calipers, gage pins, gage blocks, height gages, and more, and keeps equipment operating per operating instructions.
 * Performs process capability studies and supports statistical analysis.
 * Reads and interprets complex blueprints with a working knowledge of GD&T callouts, and ensures new and existing products meet drawing requirements.
 * Performs annual scrapping and proper disposal of retains.
 * Conducts work in a manner that supports ISO 9001 / IATF / AS9100 standards and maintains a safe and healthy work environment.
 * Directly supports employees in a specified area or group within Quality and trains employees in Quality Inspection roles.