Infinia Search Inc is hiring: Visual Inspector in Rochester

We are seeking experienced Visual Inspectors to perform 100% visual inspection under a microscope on small, precision-machined metal components used in aerospace and defense applications. This is a focused, detail-oriented role—your primary responsibility is to identify cosmetic and surface defects and accurately document pass/fail results.

What You’ll Do:

• Perform microscope inspection of CNC-machined Aerospace parts per work instructions, samples, and acceptance criteria.
• Identify and segregate nonconforming product (e.g., nicks, burrs, scratches, dents, tool marks, FOD, coating/plating blemishes).
• Record and document inspection results (pass/fail, defect codes/notes) in excel logs and ERP system.
• Tag and escalate defects to the Quality Lead/Inspector for disposition.
• Maintain a clean, organized, FOD-controlled workstation; handle delicate parts safely.
• Meet daily throughput and accuracy targets while following AS9100/ISO 9001 procedures and EHS guidelines.
• Utilize and care for inspection tools (microscopes, optical comparators, calipers, micrometers, height gages, Radius gages, chamfer/countersink gage, bore gage, thread pitch gage (for simple confirmation checks) for visual inspections.

Requirements

What You’ll Bring:

• 3+ years of prior experience with Microscopes, for visual inspections in precision manufacturing environments (aerospace/defense, medical device, optics, or similar), required.
• Exceptional attention to detail, steady hands, and comfort with repetitive, precision work.
• Ability to read and follow written work instructions with GD&T and basic drawings/visual standards.
• Basic computer skills for entering inspection results.
• Physical ability to sit/stand for extended periods, use hands to handle small parts, and maintain visual focus under magnification.
• Must know how to use inspection and metrology equipment & tools; microscopes, calipers, micrometers, gage blocks, stage micrometers, optical comparators, height gages, Radius gages, chamfer/countersink gage, bore gage, thread pitch gage (for simple confirmation checks) to conduct visual inspections.
• High school diploma/GED required.
• Prior experience with MS Office Suite Software, excel, and ERP systems, preferably Epicor.
• Willingness to work assigned shift and overtime as needed.