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Quality Inspector roles qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process, where your employer documents that no qualified U.S. workers are available before filing your I-140 petition. Manufacturing, aerospace, and medical-device employers regularly sponsor foreign quality professionals for permanent residency.
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Garden City, NY, US, 11530
Business Unit: Treitler FMH
Posting Date: Oct 29, 2026
Job Description:
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM-3:30 PM (eligible for overtime)
AMETEK Hughes-Treitler is seeking an experienced Quality Inspector to support our aerospace manufacturing operations. In this role, you will perform first-piece, in-process, and final inspections of precision components and assemblies to ensure compliance with engineering drawings, specifications, and quality requirements.
The ideal candidate has hands-on mechanical inspection experience in an aerospace or precision manufacturing environment, a strong understanding of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T), and experience operating and/or programming Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs) using PC-DMIS.
Key Responsibilities
- Read and interpret aerospace engineering drawings, specifications, and technical requirements, including GD&T and Maximum Material Condition (MMC).
- Perform first-piece, in-process, and final inspections of detail parts and assemblies.
- Inspect components using precision measuring equipment, including calipers, micrometers, height gauges, CMMs, and other inspection instruments.
- Program and/or operate Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs) using PC-DMIS.
- Prepare, complete, and maintain accurate inspection records and reports.
- Perform hardness testing as required.
- Collect, record, and tabulate inspection data for Statistical Process Control (SPC).
- Review supplier First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs) and prepare First Article Inspection documentation in accordance with AS9102 requirements.
- Verify applicable drawing and specification requirements related to special processes, including heat treatment, welding, and non-destructive testing (NDT).
- Follow established quality procedures, work instructions, and inspection requirements.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- 3-5 years of mechanical inspection experience, preferably within aerospace or another precision manufacturing environment.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and GD&T.
- Working knowledge of standard precision measuring and inspection equipment.
- Experience operating and/or programming CMM equipment.
- PC-DMIS programming skills.
- Working knowledge of applicable MIL, NAS, MS, AMS, AWS, and AS specifications and standards.
- Familiarity with special-process requirements, including heat treatment, welding, and non-destructive testing.
- Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Excel and Word.
Preferred Qualifications
- Post-secondary education or technical training in mathematics, engineering, metrology, inspection techniques, manufacturing technology, or a related field.
- Previous aerospace manufacturing inspection experience.
- Experience preparing or reviewing AS9102 First Article Inspection Reports.
Due to the nature of our business programs and products, applicants must have the legal right to work in the US and additionally must be legally authorized to access export-controlled information and source code.
Compensation
- Employee Type: Hourly
- Currency: USD
- Salary Minimum: 60,000
- Salary Maximum: 60,000
- Incentive: No
Disclaimer: Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market/business considerations, and geographic location.
For more information on AMETEK's competitive benefits, please click here.
AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.5 billion.
AMETEK is committed to making a safer, sustainable, and more productive world a reality. We use differentiated technology solutions to solve our customers’ most complex challenges. We employ 22,000 colleagues, in 35 countries, that are grounded by our core values: Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. AMETEK is a component of the S&P 500.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process should call 1 (866) 263-8359.
Location:
Garden City, NY, US, 11530
Business Unit: Treitler FMH
Posting Date: Oct 29, 2026
Job Description:
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM-3:30 PM (eligible for overtime)
AMETEK Hughes-Treitler is seeking an experienced Quality Inspector to support our aerospace manufacturing operations. In this role, you will perform first-piece, in-process, and final inspections of precision components and assemblies to ensure compliance with engineering drawings, specifications, and quality requirements.
The ideal candidate has hands-on mechanical inspection experience in an aerospace or precision manufacturing environment, a strong understanding of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T), and experience operating and/or programming Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs) using PC-DMIS.
Key Responsibilities
- Read and interpret aerospace engineering drawings, specifications, and technical requirements, including GD&T and Maximum Material Condition (MMC).
- Perform first-piece, in-process, and final inspections of detail parts and assemblies.
- Inspect components using precision measuring equipment, including calipers, micrometers, height gauges, CMMs, and other inspection instruments.
- Program and/or operate Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs) using PC-DMIS.
- Prepare, complete, and maintain accurate inspection records and reports.
- Perform hardness testing as required.
- Collect, record, and tabulate inspection data for Statistical Process Control (SPC).
- Review supplier First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs) and prepare First Article Inspection documentation in accordance with AS9102 requirements.
- Verify applicable drawing and specification requirements related to special processes, including heat treatment, welding, and non-destructive testing (NDT).
- Follow established quality procedures, work instructions, and inspection requirements.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- 3-5 years of mechanical inspection experience, preferably within aerospace or another precision manufacturing environment.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and GD&T.
- Working knowledge of standard precision measuring and inspection equipment.
- Experience operating and/or programming CMM equipment.
- PC-DMIS programming skills.
- Working knowledge of applicable MIL, NAS, MS, AMS, AWS, and AS specifications and standards.
- Familiarity with special-process requirements, including heat treatment, welding, and non-destructive testing.
- Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Excel and Word.
Preferred Qualifications
- Post-secondary education or technical training in mathematics, engineering, metrology, inspection techniques, manufacturing technology, or a related field.
- Previous aerospace manufacturing inspection experience.
- Experience preparing or reviewing AS9102 First Article Inspection Reports.
Due to the nature of our business programs and products, applicants must have the legal right to work in the US and additionally must be legally authorized to access export-controlled information and source code.
Compensation
- Employee Type: Hourly
- Currency: USD
- Salary Minimum: 60,000
- Salary Maximum: 60,000
- Incentive: No
Disclaimer: Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market/business considerations, and geographic location.
For more information on AMETEK's competitive benefits, please click here.
AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.5 billion.
AMETEK is committed to making a safer, sustainable, and more productive world a reality. We use differentiated technology solutions to solve our customers’ most complex challenges. We employ 22,000 colleagues, in 35 countries, that are grounded by our core values: Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. AMETEK is a component of the S&P 500.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process should call 1 (866) 263-8359.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Quality Inspector
Document your inspection credentials before applying
Certifications like CQI, CQE, or ASQ credentials strengthen your PERM case by demonstrating specialized qualifications. Gather original certificates, transcripts, and employer letters confirming hands-on inspection experience before your first sponsorship conversation.
Target industries with established PERM filing patterns
Aerospace, automotive, medical-device, and semiconductor manufacturers run formal quality systems requiring credentialed inspectors and routinely sponsor foreign workers through PERM. Filter your search by these industries rather than applying broadly across all manufacturing sectors.
Search green card sponsor history using Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to identify Quality Inspector roles at employers with active EB-3 sponsorship history, so you're targeting companies that have already cleared the PERM process for this specific occupation rather than guessing at willingness to sponsor.
Confirm the job description matches your EB classification
PERM requires the offered role to genuinely require your degree or credentials. If the job posting says 'bachelor's preferred' rather than 'required,' your employer may struggle to justify the EB-2 classification during DOL review.
Understand the PERM recruitment timeline before accepting an offer
DOL requires employers to complete a mandatory recruitment period and retain documentation for at least five years. Ask your prospective employer whether they've completed a prevailing-wage determination with OFLC and how far along the PERM recruitment steps are.
Verify your offered wage against the OFLC Wage Search
DOL requires your employer to pay at least the prevailing wage for your SOC code and work location. Check the OFLC Wage Search yourself so you know whether the offer meets Level I through Level IV thresholds before your employer files the LCA.
Green Card Quality Inspector: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Quality Inspector roles typically qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship?
Most Quality Inspector positions are sponsored under EB-3, which covers skilled workers requiring at least two years of training or experience and professionals with a bachelor's degree. EB-2 is available if the role genuinely requires an advanced degree or your employer pursues a National Interest Waiver, but that is uncommon for standard inspection roles. USCIS reviews the actual job requirements, not just the title, when classifying the petition.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for Quality Inspector jobs?
Green card sponsorship through PERM leads to permanent residency, not a temporary status tied to a single employer. Unlike H-1B visa, EB-3 has no annual lottery, so your petition is filed when the employer is ready rather than waiting for a random selection. The PERM process involves a DOL-supervised recruitment period that typically adds six to twelve months before USCIS even receives the I-140 petition, making the total timeline longer but the outcome permanent.
What documentation should I prepare to support a PERM-based Quality Inspector sponsorship?
You'll need official transcripts, degree certificates, and letters from past employers detailing your inspection responsibilities and years of experience. If you hold certifications from ASQ or a similar body, gather those originals. Your employer's attorney will use this record to demonstrate you meet the minimum requirements stated in the PERM job description, so gaps in documentation can delay or jeopardize the labor certification filing.
How can I find Quality Inspector jobs where the employer is ready to sponsor a green card?
Use Migrate Mate to search Quality Inspector openings filtered by employers with documented EB sponsorship history. Many manufacturers are willing to sponsor but don't advertise it prominently in job postings, so searching by sponsorship track record rather than just job title gives you a more targeted list of realistic opportunities.
Can my employer start the PERM process while I'm working on a different visa status?
Yes. PERM labor certification can begin while you're in valid H-1B, O-1 visa, or other nonimmigrant status, and most employers start early to account for DOL processing times, which USCIS and DOL data show can exceed twelve months for backlogged analyst review queues. Filing early also protects your priority date, which determines your place in the EB-3 visa queue, particularly important for nationals of India and China where backlogs extend significantly.