Shipping/Rec. QA Inspector - 1st Shift

JOB TITLE: QA INSPECTOR OBJECTIVE: Performs first article, in-process and finished part inspection of machined, fabricated and assembled aerospace parts, maintains quality documentation, and performs related tasks to ensure customer quality standards have been met in the manufacture and processing of customer parts

SPECIAL WORK CONDITIONS AND AMERICANS WITH DISABILITY REQUIREMENTS :

• Prolonged periods of standing, stooping, crouching, bending and stretching
• Lifting up to 50 lb. without assistance and over 50 lb. with assistance
• Constant exposure to general shop conditions, including machine noise and metal dust
• Constant repetitive use of hands, wrists and arms

Level I: Major Activities Performed and Machines/Tools Used by All Job Levels

• Precision measuring equipment (PME), i.e., micrometers, calipers, depth micrometers, protractors, etc.
• Blueprints, mylars and check fixtures/templates
• Shop charts, shop sketches and other supporting documents (Engineering Orders, SPCO’s, Drawing Change Notices)
• Rockwell hardness and conductivity testing

Typical Job Requirements

• Reads customer blueprints and checks parts for conformance with customer specifications using standard inspection procedures
• Uses gauges and certified tools as required
• Follows instructions from manufacturing planning, setup sheets, shop charts and verbal work instructions
• Learns one or more certified inspection operations and passes certification exam (i.e. Rockwell, conductivity, weld,)
• Understands and follows hazardous waste disposal requirements
• Demonstrates good communication and self-management skills
• Knows how to input FAI data into FAI forms
• Performs end of line activities including Certificate of Conformances
• Scans work orders from various departments and areas
• Knows how to operate a part mark machine

Education & Experience

• High School graduate or equivalent
• Mechanical aptitude and good work ethic
• Minimum one-year work experience in aerospace machining environment, preferably as a machinist or inspector
• Demonstrated mathematical ability
• Demonstrated ability to read and comprehend technical documents
• Temper inspector must receive Rockwell and conductivity training and pass certification exam

Level II: Major Activities Performed and Machines/Tools Used by Job Level

• Performs all major activities identified in Level I
• Uses all tools and machines indicated in Level I
• Reviews and interprets technical customer, supplier and internal documentation for application in the inspection process
• Demonstrated ability to review CMM Reports and interpret them with little assistance
• Demonstrated ability to bench inspect features to correlate CMM results on most part configurations
• Performs all quality inspection functions at a senior level
• Provides guidance to Level I Inspectors as required

Typical Job Requirements

• Performs all requirements of Level I
• Fully competent in the understanding and interpretation of manufacturing planning, setup sheets, shop charts and verbal work instructions
• Reviews and approves first article paperwork prepared by Level I Inspectors
• Reviews manufacturing documents including customer purchase orders, materials and processing documentation, engineering specifications and is able to extract and apply information to the current job or work order without assistance
• Advanced blueprint reading capabilities
• Trains Level I Inspector in Level II tasks
• Performs special assignments (example: tooling acceptance or 1st part conformity)
• Maintains certification in one or more certified inspection operations (i.e. Rockwell, conductivity, weld,)
• Performs multifunctional operations and is cross-trained in multiple inspection functions
• Performs as a lead person if required
• Demonstrates high efficiency in daily activities
• Understands and can navigate in Net-Inspect to upload FAI information

Education & Experience Possesses all Education and Experience credentials as Level I with the following additions:

• Minimum of three years of work experience as a Quality Inspector in a machining or assembly aerospace manufacturing facility
• Has received specialized training in blueprint, math, communication or other applicable training
• Demonstrates good computer skills (Excel and Word)
• Ability to work in NWI manufacturing software

General Duties and Responsibilities for both Level I and Level II

• Comply with all company and safety rules and regulations. Wear personal protective equipment as required.
• Follow corporate policies and procedures as well as department goals and objectives.
• Actively participate in cross-training, cost savings and team activities to improve processes.
• Maintain appropriate tact and diplomacy when interacting with co-workers, team members and supervisors

Safety Functions

• Promote a safe, clean and organized work environment
• Maintain good housekeeping practices on machines and in work area
• Wear required safety equipment (safety glasses, ear protection, safety toe shoes, etc.)
• Report all work related injuries to supervisor as soon as possible
• Notify senior management when safe conditions do not comply

Note: This description indicates, in general terms, the type and level of work performed and responsibilities held by the employee(s). Duties described are not to be interpreted as being all inclusive or specific to any individual employee.