Mechanical Inspector, 1st Shift Position Available In Hillsborough, New Hampshire

Mechanical Inspector, 1st Shift
Req #1357
CounterGravity Centrifugal Cast Oper. – Scarborough Lane Campus, Milford, New Hampshire, United States of America
Mechanical Inspector, 1st Shift
Req #1357
CounterGravity Centrifugal Cast Oper. – Scarborough Lane Campus, Milford, New Hampshire, United States of America
Mechanical Inspector, 1st Shift
Req #1357
Mechanical Inspector, 1st Shift Job Description
Posted Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at 10:00 PM No manufacturing experience? No Problem! Our on-site “Center for Excellence” new hire training program will set you up for success. Founded in 1946 and headquartered in Milford, New Hampshire (USA), Hitchiner Manufacturing Co., Inc. is the premier supplier of complete-to-print, high-volume, complex thin-wall investment castings and fully-finished casting-based subassemblies and components to industry. The company leads the industry in volume production, reduced lead-times and just-in-time manufacturing. Hitchiner produces castings in hundreds of different alloys for a broad spectrum of global markets and customers that include the leaders in the automotive, aerospace, and other industries. We offer an enriching environment where learning and growing become part of your career. Hitchiner is dedicated to fostering the professional growth and development of our employees. We offer upward mobility and internal promotions.

Benefits:

Hitchiner offers highly competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including: Onsite state of the art Gym/Fitness Center, open 24/7 for all employees
Medical and Dental Insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Basic and Accidental Life Insurance (company paid)
Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurance (company paid)
401K (pre-tax and ROTH) with Excellent Company Match and Immediate Vesting
Company Profit Sharing Plan
3 weeks’ Vacation to start; 4 weeks’ Vacation at 5 Years; 5 weeks’ Vacation 10 years seniority
We set you up for success with our “Center for Excellence” onsite training center for new hires and existing employees to improve new learning and continuous growth
Training and Educational Assistance Programs

Primary Function:

• Perform all types of inspection requirements and is responsible for final inspection for all characteristics of a wide variety of very complex inspection operations.
• Works from complicated drawings and specifications.

Tools and Equipment:

Use of Calibrated equipment, measuring tools, blueprints, linear measuring instruments, fixed gages, surface plate equipment.

Materials:

Metal castings hardware, wax patterns.

Direction of Others:

None Working Procedure:

The following are the usual major job duties, but this job description does not preclude the performance of other duties as assigned by the supervisor:

• Must follow all safety requirements of job as outlined on the job safety card.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
• A Mechanical Inspector C will be given the opportunity and is expected to train for and earn Mechanical Inspector B status.
• Complete all paperwork associated with the job. Correctly maintain all forms and instruction sheets
• Maintain a clean and orderly working environment
• Inform your supervisor about problems that occur
• Setup casting to reflect drawing requirements, process operations performed on the casting, and arrive at correct measurement in shortest time possible.
• Inspect all manner of pattern castings using fixtures and gages; within measuring limits of drawing.
• Adjust and set according to inspection requirements, all measuring devices.
• Plans inspection procedures and devices using measuring and gaging setups.
• Interpret drawing and specification of products to determine if castings are conformant.
• Maintain all necessary records and reports for parts and products inspected in compliance with all requirements of Hitchiner, government, and customer quality control requirements.
• Assist all training of lower classified inspectors.
• May be required to handle hazardous waste by collecting and transferring the waste into proper containers at satellite storage areas or storage areas and assuring that the containers are properly inspected, labeled, and closed as required.

Must follow correct instruction for handling hazardous waste and report any deviations to supervisor immediately. Must attend yearly instruction in hazardous waste handling and review of current procedures if job duties could affect non-compliance. Special Skills and/or

Experience:

Must have 1 year experience as Machine Operator C. Must be able to read blueprints.
Vision requirement of 20/20 or better in at least one eye, per the J1 standard as well as color perception. Must be able to perform all duties of all inspectors of a lower classification.
Must be proficient in basic blueprint reading.
Must be capable of cross training to learn and meet all of the requirements of Mechanical Inspector B.
Requires sufficient strength and physical dexterity to frequently lift up to 35 lbs.

Minimum Education Requirements:

A minimum of a High School Diploma or GED required. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, the presence of a non-job-related medical condition or handicap, or any other legally protected status. EOE/Veterans/Disabled are encouraged to apply. For more information or questions, please contact Katie Demmons at 603-732-1503 or katie_demmons@hitchiner.com.