BUILD A BETTER CAREER WITH MSC
Serving customers and our community starts with the best people doing their best work. That is precisely what we have created at MSC Industrial Supply Co. We are a leading North American distributor of metalworking and maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO), products and services. We offer more than 2 million products and have over 80 years of experience across dozens of industries. We aim to execute our Built to Make You Better brand promise for all our stakeholders, including our associates.
Requisition ID:
18526
Employment Type
: Full Time
Job Category
: Metalworking
Work Location
: East Aurora/Buffalo NY
BRIEF POSITION SUMMARY:
This position will report to a Metalworking Sales Manager or Metalworking Specialist Manager and is dedicated to a customer site location.
The Cutting Tool Inspector will perform meticulous inspections and verification of precision cutting tools and components to ensure they meet engineering specifications, blueprints, and internal quality standards. This role is critical to maintaining product quality and is part of our commitment to delivering superior products to our customers.
DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Dimensional inspection: Perform in-process and final inspections on cutting tools, including but not limited to, end mills, drills, and inserts, to verify conformance with all dimensions and tolerances specified on engineering drawings.
- Blueprint and specification interpretation: Read and accurately interpret complex engineering drawings, blueprints, and technical specifications, including Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
- Measurement equipment operation: Expertly use a wide range of precision measuring instruments, both manual and automated, such as:
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- Micrometers and calipers
- Height gauges and indicators
- Optical comparators and digital microscopes
- Zoller POM Basic Inspection equipment
- Documentation and reporting: Accurately document all inspection results, create and maintain inspection reports, and track non-conforming products.
- Non-conformance initiation: Initiate and follow up on Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) and collaborate with production to resolve quality issues and implement corrective actions.
- Equipment calibration and maintenance: Follow established procedures for the maintenance and calibration of inspection equipment to ensure its accuracy.
- Process auditing: Conduct visual and dimensional quality audits of manufacturing processes to ensure compliance with quality standards and procedures.
- Team collaboration: Work closely with machinists, production personnel, and engineers to provide feedback and support root cause analysis for defects.
- High school diploma or equivalent. Technical training or certification in metrology, quality inspection, or a related field is preferred.
- Desired experience (typically 2+ years) in a quality inspection role within a precision machining or manufacturing environment.
- Demonstrated ability to read and interpret complex technical drawings and apply GD&T principles.
- Proficiency in using a variety of manual inspection tools and familiarity with advanced automated inspection equipment like Zollers.
- Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and a results-driven approach.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively report findings and communicate with team members.
- Familiarity with quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001) is a plus.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
- A valid driver’s license and the ability to travel are required.
- This position may require access to International Traffic in Arms Regulations Information (“ITAR”) and/or Controlled Unclassified Information (“CUI”).
Compensation starting at $73430– $115390 depending on experience
The salary range represented is based on similar roles in comparable industries, and the cost of labor in respective cities. Actual compensation is based on the candidate’s relevant experience; education requirements and peer pay equity. The Company reserves the right to modify the range as market conditions change.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for this position at this time.
WHY MSC?
People. Collaboration. Insight. That’s how you build something that works. Built on a foundation of trust, MSC works side by side with our customers to help them drive business results. With more than one million product offerings and 80+ years of experience across industries, MSC strives to help our customers achieve greater productivity, profitability, and growth through inventory management and other innovative supply chain solutions. We care about our associates and have programs in place to help our 6,500+ team members achieve their potential.
OUR COMMITMENT TO YOU
Our associates are our top priority and investing in their well-being is one way we execute our Built to Make You Better brand promise. Alongside competitive pay, we have a comprehensive benefits program to support you and your family's health, well-being and financial future. We offer dynamic healthcare plans, generous 401K and stock purchasing programs, tuition reimbursement opportunities, and paid time away for holidays, vacations, and illness. Visit our page for a better look at our extensive benefits: Your Future Benefits .
You will also have the opportunity to join our Associate Inclusion Circles: Women, Pride, Black, Generational, Veterans, HOLA, and Able. These circles are open to all associates and are designed to promote awareness, collaboration, and respect.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT
At MSC, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all qualified applicants and our associates without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation or any category protected by applicable law. Accommodation requests can be made at any stage of the recruitment process; applicants are asked to make their needs/requirements known.