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Bench Inspector

Kadon Precision Machining
Rockford, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 7/18/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/15/2026
Description

Kadon Aerospace is seeking a detail-oriented Bench Inspector to inspect machined components throughout the manufacturing process to ensure compliance with customer specifications, engineering drawings, and AS9100 quality standards. The Bench Inspector performs dimensional and visual inspections using precision measuring equipment, documents inspection results, and works closely with production personnel to maintain the highest levels of quality for aerospace components.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

  • Perform first article, in-process, and final inspections of machined aerospace components.
  • Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, customer specifications, and work instructions.
  • Inspect parts using precision measuring equipment including:
    • Micrometers
    • Height gages
    • Dial test indicators
    • Bore gages
    • Pitch Micrometers
    • profilometers
    • Optical comparator
    • Vision system (Keyence) preferred
  • Verify dimensions, tolerances, and visual characteristics meet customer and engineering requirements.
  • Complete inspection documentation accurately and legibly.
  • Identify and segregate nonconforming material.
  • Communicate quality concerns promptly to supervisors and production personnel.
  • Support root cause investigations and corrective actions when quality issues arise.
  • Maintain a clean and organized inspection area.
  • Follow all company safety policies and procedures.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements

Required

  • Understands basic QMS requirements & the importance of documentation
  • At a minimum, be proficient with inspection equipment (micrometers, pitch micrometers, profilometers, comparators, depth micrometers, height gages, vision inspection equipment, bore gages and test indicators (CMM is a plus))
  • Experience performing first piece inspections, in-process inspections, and final inspections (aerospace industry preferably)
  • Ability to interpret drawings and specifications to discern requirements
  • Understands GD&T and how to apply bonus tolerance
  • 20/20 vision, exam required (can be with correction)

Preferred

  • Aerospace manufacturing environment experience.
  • Knowledge of with AS9100 quality systems.
  • Knowledge of ISO 9001 quality requirements.
  • CMM experience (but not required)

Why Join Kadon Aerospace?

At Kadon Aerospace, we manufacture high-precision components for the aerospace industry where quality and precision are critical. We invest in our employees, advanced manufacturing technology, and continuous improvement while providing opportunities for career growth in a team-oriented environment.

If you're passionate about precision machining and want to be part of a company committed to excellence, we'd love to hear from you.

Benefits

Kadon Aerospace offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including:

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Company-paid life insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid holidays
  • Paid time off
  • Career advancement opportunities
  • Ongoing training and professional development

Equal Employment Opportunity

Kadon Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law.

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