Lead Quality Inspector

We're hiring an experienced Lead Quality Inspector to oversee inspection activities at an established precision machining and manufacturing operation in Laconia, NH.

This is a hands-on leadership role for someone with extensive experience inspecting precision CNC-machined components who can also supervise, train, and support a team of quality inspectors.

The ideal candidate will take ownership of daily inspection operations, ensure components meet tight dimensional tolerances, and work closely with manufacturing and engineering to resolve quality issues and maintain high standards.

Location: Laconia, NH
Compensation: Up to $40/hr
Schedule: 1st Shift
Employment Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire

Responsibilities:

• Lead daily inspection activities, coordinate workloads, and oversee the quality inspection team.
• Train, mentor, and provide technical guidance to inspectors.
• Perform receiving, in-process, final, and First Article Inspections (FAIs) on precision CNC-machined components.
• Read and interpret complex engineering drawings, GD&T, and dimensional tolerances.
• Perform inspections using CMMs, micrometers, calipers, height gauges, optical comparators, and other precision measuring equipment.
• Review inspection reports and ensure accurate documentation within the Quality Management System (QMS).
• Identify nonconforming material and coordinate corrective actions with manufacturing and engineering.
• Support equipment calibration, quality audits, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain department efficiency, inspection accuracy, and compliance with established quality standards.

• 5+ years of quality inspection experience in a precision CNC machine shop environment.
• Previous lead, supervisory, or senior-level inspection experience preferred.
• Strong hands-on dimensional inspection experience with precision-machined components.
• Proficiency reading engineering drawings and interpreting GD&T.
• Experience using CMMs and a wide range of manual precision measuring equipment.
• Experience conducting First Article Inspections and documenting inspection results.
• Ability to train inspectors, prioritize workloads, and oversee daily department operations.
• Familiarity with ISO-based Quality Management Systems and quality documentation.
• Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Paid holidays