Quality Inspector IV

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UCT is looking for a talented Quality Inspector II to join us in Austin, TX!

The Quality Inspector IV provides expert-level inspection and programming support to ensure products meet all engineering and customer specifications. This role specializes in interpreting GD&T, developing and executing CMM programs, and applying advanced measurement techniques. It drives quality compliance through audits, reverse engineering, and collaboration with engineering and manufacturing teams to support new product introduction and continuous improvement.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform advanced mechanical inspections of components, assemblies, and enclosures, including first article, receiving, in-process, and final inspections.
• Develop, execute, and optimize CMM programs; generate precise inspection reports and records.
• Interpret engineering drawings, solid models, travelers, and specifications to ensure compliance and accuracy.
• Audit quality control processes and conduct internal and external inspections, including source inspections.
• Analyze inspection data and produce statistical reports (e.g., CPK, SPC) as required.
• Perform reverse engineering to convert physical parts into electronic data for engineering or manufacturing use.
• Evaluate discrepancies between solid models and blueprints; drive corrective actions with engineering and customers.
• Participate in New Product Introduction (NPI) to assess CMM program adequacy, identify potential failure modes, and recommend tooling solutions.
• Develop inspection techniques, instructions, and training materials for Levels I–III inspectors.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, suppliers, and customers to resolve quality issues.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment and perform other duties as assigned.

Other Duties

• Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Expert ability to interpret and apply GD&T principles, engineering drawings, BOMs, and specifications.
• Advanced proficiency in CMM programming, manual operation, and inspection of complex geometries.
• Strong mathematical skills for determining optimal inspection practices and tolerance calculations.
• Expertise in mechanical measurement techniques, machining standards, and secondary processes (e.g., painting, plating, powder coating).
• Ability to interpret weld symbols, wiring, crimping requirements, and calculate flat patterns for sheet metal inspection.
• Skilled in using precision measurement tools (micrometers, calipers, etc.) and applying statistical analysis methods.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills; proficient in MS Office and database applications.

Education, Certifications, Requirements:

• High School Diploma/equivalent.
• Some technician coursework/AA degree preferred.
• ASQ (American Standard of Quality) certification preferred.
• 4-6 years working in production environment in the same and/or related industry.
• 5+ years CMM programming (Full time) experience a must.
• Able to make suggestions for process development a plus.
• Able to program Laser Tracker (Portable CMM) experience a plus.
• Mitutoyo and/or Zeiss CMM programming previous experience a plus.

Ultra Clean Technology is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, and any other characteristic protected under laws and regulations.