Mahler Machining Ltd
Quality Control Inspector
Coquitlam, British Columbia•Full-time
About the Job
Mahler Machining is seeking an experienced Quality Control Inspector. This is a full-time position on our Day Shift 7:30 am to 4:00 pm, Monday to Friday (opportunities for overtime as desired).
We are open to candidates with varying levels of experience. This role could be an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual looking to build a career in precision manufacturing and quality assurance, or for an experienced inspector looking to take ownership of advanced inspection systems and help drive continuous improvement within a world-class machining environment.
The successful candidate will play a critical role in ensuring that precision machined components meet customer, engineering, and regulatory requirements. Depending on experience, responsibilities may range from performing dimensional inspections and maintaining quality records through to advanced metrology, programming inspection equipment, and supporting AS9100 quality initiatives.
Responsibilities Include:
Responsibilities Include:
- Perform first article, in-process, and final inspections of machined components.
- Interpret engineering drawings, GD&T requirements, specifications, and customer documentation.
- Measure and verify parts using precision inspection equipment including calipers, micrometers, bore gauges, height gauges, thread gauges, optical comparators, and other metrology tools.
- Record inspection results and maintain quality documentation within ProShop ERP.
- Support non-conformance reporting, corrective actions, and quality investigations.
- Verify material certifications, outside processing documentation, and completed manufacturing records.
- Assist production teams with dimensional and quality-related troubleshooting.
- Maintain calibration records and support the calibration program.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and professional quality department.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.
Additional Responsibilities for Experienced Candidates:
- Operate and program advanced inspection equipment including the Keyence Instant Measurement System ( KEYENCE IM-X1000) and coordinate measuring machines (CMMs). At minimum, an aptitude to learn key software.
- Develop inspection plans and inspection methodologies for new components.
- Support AS9100 quality system compliance, audits, and customer quality requirements.
- Mentor team members outside of QA (production) to enhancing Mahler’s quality of the overall team.
- Analyze quality trends and recommend process improvements based on NCR data.
Desired Experience:
- Minimum 1-2 years experience in a manufacturing or machining environment.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
- Knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.
- Experience with AS9100, ISO 9001, aerospace, defence, or other regulated industries is an asset.
- Experience operating or programming Keyence inspection systems and/or CMMs is highly desirable.
- Experience using ERP or digital quality systems is an asset.
Benefits Include:
- Extended Health, Dental, Life & Disability Insurance.
- Flex health and lifestyle spending accounts on top of regular benefits.
- Paid vacation starting at 2 weeks, 3 weeks at 5 years.
- Paid sick days 5 days.
- Discretionary annual bonus based on individual and company performance.
- Employee uniform and boot allowance.
- Company events and offsite.
About our Quality Department:
Quality is central to everything we do at Mahler. Our Quality Department supports a diverse mix of aerospace, defence, energy, marine, medical, and industrial manufacturing customers with demanding precision requirements. Mahler manufacturers over 3,000 unique parts per year.
The department is equipped with advanced metrology equipment including coordinate measuring machines (CMMs), a Keyence Instant Measurement System, calibrated inspection equipment, and a fully climate-controlled inspection environment. We are continuously investing in technology, automation, and digital systems to support growth and maintain the highest standards of quality.
About Mahler Machining Ltd
For over 40 years Mahler Machining has been providing high-precision components for BC and international customers. No two days will be the same given our company's focus on low-medium volume, high complexity work from a variety of industries including deep sea submergence, aerospace, alternative energy, medical, and manufacturing OEMs. Our climate controlled 20,000-square-foot facility in Coquitlam BC and is equipped with 20 CNC machines including a mix of 3, 4 and 5-axis vertical mills, lathes, and 7-axis mill turns. Quality is central to everything we do – we’re ISO 9001 and AS9100 aerospace certified with a full quality control department consisting of two CMM's and two full-time inspectors. Come join our growing team of 45+ team members across three shifts.
Just as importantly, culture matters here. We value respect, teamwork, ownership, hustle, personal growth and doing things right. We’re serious about our work but we also look out for one another. Candidates are strongly encouraged to review our core values before applying and to visit our website to learn more: https://mahler-machining.com/
Just as importantly, culture matters here. We value respect, teamwork, ownership, hustle, personal growth and doing things right. We’re serious about our work but we also look out for one another. Candidates are strongly encouraged to review our core values before applying and to visit our website to learn more: https://mahler-machining.com/