Quality Inspector II

Quality Inspector IIElevate your career at Marotta Controls, a New Jersey Top Workplace four years running! Dedicated to innovation, quality and excellence, we deliver cutting edge control systems for the Aerospace & Defense industry. At Marotta, we value bold thinking and teamwork, and we empower our employees to push boundaries while delivering top-tier solutions to our customers. Our team fosters a fun, collaborative culture where creativity and technical excellence thrive! Your next big opportunity starts here. Be part of a company where your work supports a mission that makes a difference-apply today!Quality Inspector II OverviewThe Quality Specialist is responsible for visual and dimensional inspections on manufactured parts, assemblies, and/or sub-assemblies. This role independently conducts inspections, according to engineering drawings, customer purchase order(s), industry standards, and specifications. The Quality Specialist will be required to report detailed inspection accept/reject information directly to the customer with shipments.Minimum Required QualificationsTechnical school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experienceMinimum 2-5 years' experience at test and inspection in a manufacturing or production environment with tight tolerance mechanical components (aerospace/defense preferred).Experience in quality and source inspection on machined/mechanical components using GD&T, plus CMM, optical and other mechanical tools/ measuring instruments for inspections.Experience with Programming CMMs for various mechanical componentsExperience in creating Inspection Plans for machined/mechanical components applying knowledge of GD&T to determine the most accurate, repeatable, and efficient methods of measurementISO9001 / AS9100 knowledgeable. Familiar with AQL, sampling methods and traceability.Strong verbal/written communication skills required for multi-faceted interactions with all levels of personnel inside and outside the including but not limited to; vendors, suppliers, customers, etc.Strong computer literacy, with MS Office/PC expertise, and demonstrated experience with applicable systems, programs, equipment, etc.Must be a US CitizenEssential or Primary / Key ResponsibilitiesCreate inspection plans to assure all drawing / print requirements are measuredInspect products using gauges, coordinate measuring machine, scales, and vision prior to acceptance or shipment.Perform inspections with calipers, radius gauges, single-axis laser scanner, comparators, and measurement machines.Perform mechanical measurements and visual quality assessments of received items, work-in-progress, and finished goods.Create defect notes or NCRs as applicable for inspected product found to be unacceptable.Create data packages and/or generate spreadsheets for data collection.Reconcile final inspection documentation for shipments.Interact with customer or US Government source inspectors.Read, understand, and interpret blueprints, drawings, schematics, GD&T, etc.Approve incoming materials by confirming specifications, conducting visual and measurement tests, rejecting, and returning unacceptable materials.Approve in-process production by confirming specifications, conducting visual and measurement tests, communicating required adjustments to production supervisor.Approve finished products by confirming specifications, conducting visual and measurement tests, returning products for re-work, and confirming re-work.Document inspection results by completing reports and logs, summarizing re-work and waste, and inputting data into quality database.Ensure measurement equipment is operational and properly calibrated, according to operating instructions and manage repairs.Coordinate with Engineering, Operations, and others to resolve issues, NCRs, to meet goals/objectives/KPIs.Assist with training requirements of new hires and existing employees and facilitate training as needed.Additional Duties / ResponsibilitiesBring initiatives and activities to closure in a timely manner through effective interaction with individuals, both internal and external to the Marotta organization (as required).Maintain and continue to elevate relationships with Business Development, Engineering, Operations, Customer Service, and all other facets of the company.Abide by all safety, quality, housekeeping and company policies/procedures to ensure compliance to various regulatory and internal system requirements.Foster a positive and cooperative work environment through effective communication at all levels internal and external to the organization.Actively participate in team meetings, improvement initiatives/programs, etc. to provide constructive recommendations and initiate actions to support company initiatives/goals.Consistently demonstrate commitment to company valuesKeep management informed of area activities and of any significant problems.Assume responsibility for related duties as required or assigned.Ensure that work area and work areas of direct reports are clean, secure, and well maintained.Complete special projects and miscellaneous assignments as required.Work EnvironmentWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee can be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The noise level in the work environment may be loud.This job interacts both in a professional office environment and a manufacturing/machine shop environment. This role uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, scanners, as well as environments inclusive of the appropriate eye, hearing and foot protection (as required).This is a full-time position. Occasional overtime and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.No travel is expected for this position.Physical RequirementsWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear.Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Vision and color vision must pass job-required vision screening.The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, or crouch.The employee may be required to lift and/or move items weighing up to 25 pounds.Pay Range: $27 - $32 per hour This position is at our Chaska, MN office & production location. Many of our contracts require proof that you are a U.S. citizen and/or that an export license has been obtained for employees who are citizens of certain countries. Your employment, both initially and continually thereafter, is conditioned on production of such proof of citizenship and/or any export license that may be required to comply with any and all applicable laws, regulations, or executive orders, or required by Federal, State, or local government contracts.At Marotta Controls, we are committed to a fair, performance-driven compensation approach that promotes consistency across all levels of our organization. We ensure that pay decisions are free from bias, based on objective criteria, and are regularly reviewed. Your level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, experience, and internal consistency. Additionally, we offer a highly competitive compensation package for this opportunity, including incentive compensation and a comprehensive suite of premium benefits. These include medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, a 401(k) plan with company match, tuition assistance, paid vacation, sick and personal days, paid holidays, and flexible scheduling options such as compressed workweeks. 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