Job Title: Quality Assurance Inspector
Irvine, CA, US, 92614
Position Summary
The Quality Inspector maintains the flow of quality product by performing product acceptance for incoming, in-process, and completed components/assemblies. The optimal Quality Inspector candidate applies knowledge and expertise and incorporates guidance from internal/external customers to utilize efficient/effective inspection methodologies. A Quality Inspector documents all inspection activities as necessary to support the acceptance, rejection, and evaluation of product. Chosen candidate is pro-active in improving product/process design by providing feedback to necessary support functions.
How You Will Do It
- Conducts tests, inspections, audits, and validations to accept incoming material /in-process inspection / completed assemblies by confirming adherence to specifications; conducting visual and measurement tests; rejecting and returning unacceptable materials and providing feedback to suppliers/production staff as required.
- Initiates and/or completes necessary quality records, reports, logs, test data, and other associated paperwork required to accomplish acceptance, rejection, and movement of material.
- Is responsible for the completeness and accuracy of rejection reports, quality records, and inspection data.
- Works from prints, drawings, sketches, specifications, packing sheets and other written or verbal instructions.
- Takes direction from MRB team in the course of inspection, audits, and validations
- Provides feedback to Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering and Procurement with regard to product and process design impact on producibility and inspectability.
- Continuously improves the inspection function to ensure efficient support of quantity of work, and improvement in quality of work.
- Collects and uses statistical data for the monitoring and evaluation of trends.
- Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading technical publications.
- Provides training and tutoring to other inspection personnel.
- Keeps measurement equipment operating by following operating instructions; calling for repairs when needed.
- Maintains safe and healthy work environment by following standards and procedures; complying with legal regulations.
- Provides activity and status reports to management.
What We Look For
- High School Diploma (required);
- 3+ years related experience to include experience using sophisticated dimensional measurement instruments such as micrometers, calipers, plug thread, optical comparator, borescope, and other gauges.
- Experience preparing, executing, and reviewing First Article Reports in accordance with AS9102.
- Analyzing Information, Reporting Research Results, Documentation Skills, Promoting Process Improvement, Safety Management, Managing Processes, Manufacturing and Inspection Methods and Procedures, Supports Innovation.
- Full understanding of AS9100 aerospace quality system; understanding of quality processes.
- Ability to read, understand and interpret prints/drawings and other technical documents that describe the system and processes.
- Ability to use most inspection tools, measuring and test equipment.
- Ability to read and understand policies, procedures and processes.
- Solid understanding Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T)
- Ability to partner with colleagues for mutual benefit of the company.
- Ability to positively influence others and create a passion for excellence.
- Ability to work in a team environment as well as individually
- Willingness and ability to work rotating shifts including weekend support as needed.
What’s In It For You
- Competitive Compensation & Holiday Pay
- Great Health Benefits, and 401(k) plans
- Paid Time Off per year depending on level
- Less red tape – we have an environment that supports the entrepreneurial spirit
- Fun & Professional culture while also providing work/life balance for our employees
- Fast growth opportunities and quicker career development for the right candidate
- Mentors to help you grow both personally and professionally
Nearest Major Market: Irvine California
Nearest Secondary Market: Los Angeles