Quality Inspector

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Key Responsibilities

Line Inspection

• Perform in-process inspections during manufacturing and assembly operations.
• Verify compliance with engineering drawings, specifications, work instructions, and quality standards.
• Conduct dimensional, visual, and functional inspections using calibrated measuring equipment.
• Monitor production processes to ensure adherence to aerospace quality requirements.
• Identify, document, and report non-conformities and defects.
• Support root cause analysis and corrective/preventive action activities.
• Ensure proper traceability of materials, components, and manufacturing records.
• Review production documentation and inspection reports for completeness and accuracy.

Final Inspection

• Conduct final inspections of aerospace components, assemblies, and finished products before shipment.
• Verify product conformity against customer requirements, engineering drawings, and aerospace standards.
• Review First Article Inspection (FAI) documentation where applicable.
• Ensure all inspection records, certificates, and quality documents are complete and accurate.
• Approve or reject products based on inspection findings.
• Coordinate with production, engineering, and customer quality representatives to resolve quality issues.
• Support customer audits and regulatory inspections.

Quality Management & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with AS9100, ISO 9001, customer specifications, and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in internal audits and quality improvement projects.
• Maintain calibration control and inspection equipment records.
• Support continuous improvement activities using Lean, Six Sigma, and quality tools.
• Assist in preparing quality metrics and inspection reports.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field.

Experience

• 2-8 years of experience in aerospace quality inspection, manufacturing quality, or quality assurance.
• Experience with aerospace components, assemblies, and manufacturing processes preferred.

Technical Skills

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, and technical specifications.

• Knowledge of AS9100, FAA/EASA regulations, and aerospace quality standards.

• Proficiency in inspection tools such as:

• Vernier Calipers

• Micrometers

• Height Gauges

• CMM (Coordinate Measuring Machine)

• Surface Plate Equipment

• Familiarity with First Article Inspection (FAI) and AS9102 requirements.

• Knowledge of non-conformance reporting (NCR), root cause analysis, and corrective actions.

Soft Skills

• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
• Problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• First Pass Yield (FPY)
• Defect Reduction Rate
• Audit Compliance Score
• Product Acceptance Rate
• NCR Closure Time
• On-Time Inspection Completion
• Customer Quality Performance Metrics