Supram Technologies
Quality Inspector – Precision Machining & Manufacturing
Company: Supram Technologies and Services Pvt Ltd
Department: Quality Assurance / Quality Control
Location: Manufacturing Facility
Industry: Aerospace, Automotive, Precision Machining
Position Overview
The Quality Inspector is responsible for ensuring that all manufactured parts and assemblies
meet customer specifications, engineering drawings, and applicable industry standards. The role
involves performing incoming, in-process, and final inspections, maintaining traceability, verifying
documentation, and ensuring compliance with AS9100 and IATF 16949 quality management
systems.
This position plays a critical role in ensuring airworthiness, reliability, and safety of aerospace and
automotive components.
Key Responsibilities
1. Inspection & Quality Control
Perform incoming inspection of raw materials, purchased components, and subcontracted
parts.
Conduct in-process inspections during machining, welding, and press operations.
Perform final inspection of finished components prior to dispatch.
Verify dimensions using precision measuring instruments such as:
o Vernier calipers
o Micrometers
o Height gauges
o Bore gauges
o Surface roughness testers
o Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM)
2. Drawing & Specification Verification
Interpret engineering drawings, GD&T symbols, and technical specifications.
Verify that manufactured parts meet tolerances and surface finish requirements.
Ensure compliance with customer and regulatory specifications.
3. AS9100 & IATF Compliance
Ensure quality processes comply with:
AS9100
Product traceability and identification
First Article Inspection (FAI) as per AS9102 requirements
Configuration control
Risk-based thinking in inspection processes
Non-conformance reporting and corrective actions
IATF 16949
Process control and documentation
Statistical process monitoring where applicable
Control plan verification
Measurement system analysis awareness
Compliance with PPAP requirements
4. Documentation & Record Keeping
Maintain inspection reports and quality documentation.
Record inspection results in inspection reports, check sheets, and ERP systems.
Ensure traceability of materials, parts, and inspection records.
Support audit documentation for internal, customer, and certification audits.
5. Non-Conformance Handling
Identify and segregate non-conforming products.
Raise Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs).
Work with production teams for root cause analysis and corrective actions.
6. Process Monitoring
Monitor manufacturing processes for quality deviations.
Ensure operators follow approved control plans and inspection procedures.
Verify calibration status of inspection equipment.
7. Continuous Improvement
Support implementation of:
o 5S practices
o Lean manufacturing initiatives
o Process improvement activities
Participate in quality improvement projects.
Required Qualifications
Education
One of the following:
Diploma in Mechanical Engineering
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering / Production Engineering
Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering
Technical certification in Quality Control or Metrology
Preferred for aerospace quality roles.
Required Skills
Technical Skills
Ability to read engineering drawings and GD&T
Knowledge of precision measuring instruments
Understanding of machining processes (CNC turning, milling, grinding)
Basic knowledge of welding inspection
Understanding of press and sheet metal components
Quality System Knowledge
Familiarity with:
AS9100
IATF 16949
ISO 9001 quality systems
Control Plans
PPAP documentation
First Article Inspection (FAI)
Preferred Certifications
Internal Auditor training for AS9100 / IATF 16949
GD&T certification
Calibration or metrology training
NDT Level 1 (optional but valuable for aerospace)
Experience Requirements
Junior Quality Inspector
1–3 years experience in manufacturing inspection
Senior Quality Inspector
4–8 years experience in precision machining / aerospace / automotive manufacturing
Key Competencies
High attention to detail
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Documentation accuracy
Ability to work with production teams
Commitment to quality and safety standards
Reporting Structure
Reports to:
Quality Manager / Quality Assurance Head
Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Inspection accuracy
Reduction in customer complaints
Compliance with quality procedures
Audit readiness
Non-conformance detection rate