Full-Time

Quality Inspector

IDEX

IDEX

1,001-5,000 employees

Precision engineering for health and safety

Compensation Overview

$42.5k - $63.7k/yr

+ Performance-based bonus plan

Rochester, NY, USA

In Person

On-site role; must be within commuting distance to West Henrietta, New York.

Category
QA & Testing (1)
Required Skills
GD&T
Word/Pages/Docs
Oscilloscope
Data Analysis
Excel/Numbers/Sheets

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Requirements
  • One-year certificate from college or technical school; or three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Ability to read and understand technical drawings and specifications
  • Minimum of one-year previous experience regularly using computer and measuring instruments (i.e. Zygo interferometers, SmartScope Vision Systems, Scratch-dig references, Stylus profiler, Optical Comparator, Laser Ruler, Oscilloscope, and other machines or equipment tools required to complete duties listed above)
  • Experience with interpretation of GD&T tolerancing
  • Ability to interface with all manufacturing departments
  • Ability to compile data for analysis
  • Regularly work in a cleanroom environment with gowning protocol
  • Comply with the Clean Room Protocol when entering a clean room environment
  • Proficient computer skills (Microsoft Word/Excel)
  • High degree of accuracy and/or alertness required
  • Familiarity with special terminology as related to the manufacture of optical lens and related products
  • Ability to read and understand technical drawings and specifications
Responsibilities
  • Performs precise visual and dimensional inspection of optical components and metal parts as needed.
  • Performs FAI's (First Article Inspections) on diverse range of optical components down to 6mm.
  • Approves incoming materials by confirming specifications; conducting visual and measurement tests; rejecting and returning unacceptable materials
  • Documents inspection results by completing reports and logs; summarizing re-work and waste; inputting data into quality database
  • Clearly and professionally communicate inspection findings, quality issues, requests, and status updates via email, Microsoft Teams, and in person with engineers, leads, supervisors, and assembly technicians.
  • Uses good judgment to resolve internal and supplier quality issues
  • Keeps measurement equipment operating by following operating instructions and upkeep; monitoring their calibration status
  • Ability to challenge fellow employees regarding quality
  • Ability to prioritize workload and manage constant shifting daily priorities
  • Ability to work well independently
  • Complies with health and safety policies and procedures
  • Supports company values including ethical conduct and high integrity in all actions
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience or familiarity with MIL-spec compliance for optical surfaces is highly preferred.

IDEX manufactures high-precision components and systems for specialized industries, including medical diagnostics, fire safety, and industrial manufacturing. Its products, such as liquid subassemblies for labs and pumps for fire trucks, work by providing exact control and measurement in environments where accuracy is critical to safety or research. Unlike competitors that focus on mass-market goods, IDEX specializes in niche markets by engineering custom solutions for highly technical problems. The company's goal is to provide reliable, engineered tools that help professionals in health, rescue, and industry perform essential tasks more effectively.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Northbrook, Illinois

Founded

1987

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What believers are saying

  • Q1 2026 sales rose 9%, showing resilient demand across the portfolio.
  • Management raised FY2026 guidance to 3%-4% organic growth and $8.35-$8.55 EPS.
  • AI-driven data-center power and semiconductor demand is boosting Health & Science Technologies.

What critics are saying

  • Fire & Safety weakness can keep dragging consolidated organic growth lower.
  • Acquisition integration missteps can compress margins and slow deleveraging.
  • Foreign-exchange headwinds can erode reported growth across IDEX's global businesses.

What makes IDEX unique

  • IDEX sells highly engineered components for mission-critical niche markets.
  • Its three segments span health science, fluid handling, and fire safety.
  • Acquisitions like Mott and Micro-LAM extend capability into adjacent high-growth markets.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Paid Vacation

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

3%

1 year growth

3%

2 year growth

3%
Yahoo Finance
Mar 6th, 2026
IDEX stock rises 18.6% on FMT, HST strength despite FSDP segment weakness

IDEX Corporation is benefitting from strong performance in its Fluid & Metering Technologies and Health & Science Technologies segments, driven by increased demand in municipal water, industrial applications and life sciences markets. The company continues expanding through acquisitions, including Micro-LAM in July 2025 and Mott Corp. in September 2024 for $1 billion, enhancing its capabilities in semiconductor, medical technologies and water purification markets. Acquisitions contributed 1% to fourth-quarter 2025 sales. IDEX remains committed to shareholder returns, paying $212.6 million in dividends in 2025 and raising its quarterly dividend to 71 cents per share. The company holds $926.7 million in remaining share repurchase authorisation. However, weakness in the Fire & Safety/Diversified Products segment and foreign currency headwinds pose challenges. IDEX shares gained 18.6% over three months.

Yahoo Finance
Feb 4th, 2026
Idex Q4 earnings beat expectations at $2.10 per share on $899M revenue

Idex Corp reported fourth-quarter earnings of $2.10 per share, exceeding Wall Street expectations of $2.04 per share. The Northbrook, Illinois-based maker of the Jaws of Life device and other engineered products posted revenue of $899.1 million, beating analyst forecasts of $881.6 million. For the full year, Idex reported profit of $483.2 million, or $6.41 per share, on revenue of $3.46 billion. The company projects first-quarter earnings between $1.73 and $1.78 per share, with full-year earnings expected to range from $8.15 to $8.35 per share.

Michigan Rise Pre-Seed Fund III
Aug 5th, 2025
Micro-LAM Acquired by IDEX for $90M

Micro-LAM, a Michigan Rise portfolio company specializing in laser-assisted machining, has been acquired by IDEX Corporation for $90 million, with potential earn-out payments up to $12 million. The acquisition, completed in July 2025, marks a significant milestone for Michigan's tech startup scene. Michigan Rise, which invested in Micro-LAM in 2023, has supported over 135 companies, attracting over $800 million in follow-on funding. Micro-LAM will continue to operate under CEO Dr. Deepak Menon.

Michigan Rise Pre-Seed Fund III
Aug 5th, 2025
Micro-LAM Acquired by IDEX Corporation

IDEX acquired Micro-LAM for $90 million in cash, subject to customary adjustments, plus up to $12 million in potential earn-out payments.

Business Micro
Apr 2nd, 2025
IDEX Corporation Expands Heavy-Duty EODD Pump Line with Launch of Cognito 1" for Global Impact

IDEX Corporation expands heavy-duty EODD pump line with launch of Cognito 1" for global impact.