Precision Metrology and NDT Inspector

A day in the life at Timken Aurora Bearing Company

As a Precision Metrology and NDT Inspector, you begin by reviewing incoming component shipments and supplier certifications, confirming that every lot aligns with the safety, quality, and quantity expectations set by Timken Aurora Bearing Company. You set up gauges, verify counts on electronic scales, and compare measurements to engineering blueprints. Later in the day, you pivot to final assembly inspection, document your findings, perform Magnetic Particle Inspection (MPI) in the Magnaflux booth, and complete microscopic evaluations—including mounting, sectioning, and polishing with photomicroscope measurements. Throughout, you keep your area clean, follow safety protocols, and promptly flag anomalies to the Lead Person or Supervisor.

Your core responsibilities

• Carry out inspections with a strong safety-first mindset; follow company and departmental procedures, arrive on time, and maintain a tidy, orderly workspace.
• Set up and operate gauges and other metrology tools to measure component parts and final assemblies.
• Accurately document, file, and maintain inspection records; immediately report unusual conditions or anomalies to the Lead Person or Supervisor.
• Read and interpret blueprints to verify product conformance to specifications.
• Review and approve supplier certifications to ensure compliance with applicable requirements.
• Perform receiving inspection for component parts and execute final assembly inspections.
• Analyze returned goods to identify quality issues or defects and provide clear feedback.
• Inspect and approve master gages used in manufacturing processes.
• Use microscopic equipment for detailed product analysis; conduct mounting, sectioning, and polishing with photomicroscope measurements.
• Verify part counts using electronic scales to ensure accuracy during inspections.
• Perform Magnetic Particle Inspection (MPI) to detect surface and subsurface discontinuities.

What you know

• Strong arithmetic skills: addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, decimals, and metric conversions.
• Fluency in blueprint reading and interpretation.
• Hands-on proficiency with inspection equipment including micrometers, calipers, bore plugs, thread plugs, air gauges, optical comparators, hardness testers, and more.

Tools you’ll use

Inspection Equipment: Micrometers, calipers, bore plugs, thread plugs, thread rings, air gauges, Sunnen gauges, supermic, optical comparator, hardness tester, surface analyzer, plating thickness equipment, eddy current, radial and axial clearance gauges, CMM machine.

Miscellaneous Equipment: Magnaflux booth, calculator, weigh scale, basic hand tools, two-wheel hand dolly, die cart/lifter, pallet lifter.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in quality inspection, preferably within a non-food manufacturing environment.
• Meticulous attention to detail and comfort with complex inspection work.
• Clear communication skills and a collaborative approach.
• Ability to operate the inspection tools and equipment listed above.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• STD and LTD
• Health savings account (with company provided contribution)
• Flexible spending account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Employee discount
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• …and much more!