Job Details

At a Glance

Company: Ricaurte Precision, Inc.Location: Santa Ana, CaliforniaJob Type: Full-Time | ExemptPay Range: $56,000 – $85,000 per year (DOE)Experience Level: Intermediate / SeniorIndustries: Aerospace, Medical, Defense, Advanced ManufacturingQuality Systems: AS9100D, ISO 9001:2015

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Why This Role Exists

Ricaurte Precision machines mission-critical, tight-tolerance components where quality is non-negotiable. This role exists to ensure that every part leaving the shop meets customer, regulatory, and internal quality standards , while also strengthening accountability and continuous improvement across the shop floor.

As a QC Inspector at RPI, you are not just inspecting parts — you are a key guardian of quality, documentation, and trust with customers.

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The Work You'll Be Doing

In this role, you will:

Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, GD&T, and production schedules

Perform First Article, In-Process, and Final Inspections on CNC-machined parts

Accept or reject parts based on customer specifications and quality standards

Communicate inspection results and quality issues with machinists, supervisors, production, and management

Hold machinists accountable for drawing compliance, documentation accuracy, and corrective actions

Identify, tag, and isolate non-conforming material

Write and support non-conformance reports (NCRs) and assist with root cause analysis

Support CAPA, CARs, and audit findings in collaboration with cross-functional teams

Participate in customer and ISO audits , including preparation and ongoing compliance monitoring

Maintain inspection records, documentation, and traceability within the quality system

Escalate critical quality issues promptly and professionally

This role has real authority, real accountability, and real impact.

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Inspection Equipment & Tools

You'll work with precision inspection tools and systems including:

Calipers, micrometers, gauge pins

Height gauges, indicators, comparators

CMM and vision-based inspection systems (where applicable)

ERP and quality systems for documentation and traceability

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What We're Looking For

Required

2+ years of quality inspection experience in a CNC machining environment

Hands-on experience performing FAI, in-process, and final inspections

Working knowledge of AS9100D and ISO 9001:2015 quality systems

Strong understanding of blueprints and GD&T

Proficiency with precision measuring tools

Ability to evaluate inspection data and identify deviations

Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced shop environment

Preferred (Not Required)

Bachelor's degree plus inspection experience (or equivalent experience)

Experience with PC-DMIS, SolidWorks, 1Factory , or similar software

Experience writing NCRs, CAPAs, and CARs

Familiarity with ERP systems such as Fulcrum

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Quality Culture at Ricaurte Precision

RPI quality professionals are expected to live these core values every day

Excellence in Communication – honest, timely, and transparent

Attention to Detail & Quality – every part, every time

Flexibility & Resourcefulness – adapt and solve problems as a team

Eagerness to Grow – continuous improvement for yourself and others

Gratitude – for the team, customers, and opportunities

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Pay, Benefits & Schedule

$56,000 – $85,000 annually , DOE

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and paid holidays

401(k) with company match

Stable, long-term role in an AS9100-certified shop

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Physical Requirements

Ability to lift up to 40 lbs (inspection tools and materials)

Frequent standing, walking, bending, and fine motor work

Ability to focus on detailed inspection tasks for extended periods

Work safely in a CNC shop environment with appropriate PPE

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