Mechanical Inspector

Job Description: Mechanical Inspector Raw Material & Forging Inspection

Job Title:

Mechanical Inspector Raw Material and Forging Inspection

Location:

Kolkata

Job Summary:

We are looking for a Mechanical Inspector with hands-on experience in raw material and forging inspection. This role involves incoming inspection of raw materials such as steel, aluminum, and alloys, as well as forged parts. The inspector will assess material certifications, dimensional accuracy, visual and surface defects, and ensure conformance to technical standards and specifications.

Key Responsibilities:

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Inspect incoming raw materials including bars, billets, plates, and forgings for dimensional and visual compliance.

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Verify mill test certificates (MTC), heat numbers, chemical and mechanical properties against purchase specifications.

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Perform hardness testing, grain flow inspection, and micro/macro structural evaluation (in coordination with lab).

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Check forging defects like laps, folds, cracks, underfills, and surface decarburization.

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Ensure traceability and proper marking of accepted materials and quarantining of rejected lots.

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Coordinate third-party inspections, sample testing, and mechanical testing where applicable.

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Utilize inspection instruments such as vernier calipers, micrometers, ultrasonic testers, and hardness testers.

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Prepare inspection reports, NCRs, and maintain documentation for quality records.

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Collaborate with procurement, engineering, and supplier quality teams to address non-conformances.

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Follow safety and material handling procedures in the inspection area.

Qualifications:

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Diploma / Degree in Mechanical or Metallurgical Engineering.

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35 years of experience in raw material and forging inspection in a manufacturing or forging environment.

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Understanding of metallurgy, forging processes, and inspection standards (e.g., ASTM, IS, EN).

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Familiarity with NDT methods (UT, MPI, DPI) and grain flow orientation.

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Ability to interpret material test certificates and engineering drawings.

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Certified Level II in DP,VT & UT

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Preferred Skills:

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Knowledge of ISO 9001, IATF 16949, or AS9100 quality systems.

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Hands-on experience with ERP or quality tracking software.

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Basic understanding of material traceability and lot control.