QUALITY INSPECTOR - FPI NDT / CMM - 2ND SHIFT

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking a meticulous initiative-taking 2nd shift Quality Inspector utility player to join our team. We are looking for someone who is interested in developing his or her career as a Quality Inspector in the aerospace / gas turbine industry. In this vital role, you will ensure that all manufactured products meet strict quality standards and requirements. Your keen eye for detail and commitment to excellence will help maintain our reputation for delivering high-quality solutions. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic manufacturing environment where quality is at the forefront of everything we do.

Hi-Tek offers competitive wages and a full benefit package which includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long-term disability, 9 paid holidays per year, paid vacation time, 401K plan with company match, HSA & Flex Spending programs, supplemental health plans, and more! Hi-Tek offers a clean, climate-controlled environment and we believe in quality and safety above all else.

2nd shift- Monday-Friday 3:30pm-12:00am *Overtime may be requested but not required

Hi-Tek is a Drug-Free Workplace and conducts pre-employment drug and background screening and random drug screening

Responsibilities: Primary Role * You will receive training to become a certified Level II inspector if selected for this role

NDT [ Non-Destructive Testing ] Fluorescent Penetrant Inspection [ FPI ] Technician

• Verifies conformance of finished workpiece to customer specifications, using precision measuring tools and equipment as necessary such as borescopes, rulers, calipers, gauges, or micrometers
• Perform, and Document scheduled FPI test log and reports
• Maintain, Test, and Replenish dipping solutions
• Clean parts using chemical degreaser and parts wash machine
• Prep parts using specialized material
• Inspect parts using ultraviolet light
• Load/unload parts, inspect parts using various precision measuring tools

Responsibilities: Secondary Role * You will assist as a CMM Technician if work is slow in FPI

• Perform incoming part inspections, in-process inspections, and final inspections
• Verifies conformance of finished workpiece to customer specifications, using precision measuring tools and equipment as necessary
• Loads, unloads, and analyzes measurement data to identify deviations from specifications
• Clean, set up, calibrate, and troubleshoot CMM equipment prior to use
• Provide necessary data to machine operators to reduce defect rate

Other responsibilities shared by both roles:

• Analyze and interpret Op sheets, blueprints, mechanical drawings, and travelers to produce products that meet or exceed customer specifications
• Communicate effectively with engineering, management, and CNC operators to ensure that measurement processes and inspection methodologies are optimized
• Inform management when concerns with quality issues arise
• Documents actions by updating control charts, travelers, and reporting labor in the ERP system
• Operates overhead crane when necessary
• Maintains a safe and clean work environment by performing daily housekeeping duties
• Any other duties assigned to help drive our vision, fulfill our mission, and abide by our organization’s values

Qualifications, Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or GED required
• Three + years of Coordinate Measuring Machine [ CMM ] production operation experience preferred
• Experience in an industrial / manufacturing environment, aerospace industry preferred
• Experience with Repair and Overhaul FPI Inspection a plus
• Experience with other NDT fields e.g., X-Ray a plus
• 3+ years of experience in CMM operation preferred
• Experience required in at least one of the following: Calypso, OpenDMIS, or MCOSMOS software
• Experience required in at least one of the following: ZEISS, Mitutoyo, or WENZEL CMM machines
• Proficient in reading and interpreting technical drawings and specifications
• Strong understanding of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T)
• Knowledge of linear and rotary axes a plus
• Knowledge of quality control principles and practices
• Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions in English
• Must be able to clearly communicate information to others verbally and in writing in English
• Must meet the ITAR definition of §120.15 U.S. person

Physical Demand Levels

• Lift, push, and/or pull up to thirty-five pounds regularly
• Operate overhead crane or other lifting equipment when necessary
• Stand or Sit at least 95% of scheduled shift
• Routinely perform reaching, twisting, bending, lifting, and grasping
• Frequently use gross and fine motor skills to manage various parts, tools, and tooling
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color perception, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. 20/20 vision (natural or corrected) required with the ability to pass annual vision test as required
• Perform under AS9100 quality standards and NADCAP accreditation

Key Competencies

• Reliable attendance within acceptable standards of the attendance policy
• Integrity and conscientiousness in all work-related matters
• The ability to work efficiently with others or independently as required
• Complex problem-solving
• Safety conscious always

This job description is a tool to be followed. Other job duties may be assigned to you, this outline is not to be considered a detailed description, and you may have other duties assigned as needed.

EEO Statement: Hi-Tek is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the policy of the company to recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We recognize that diversity and inclusion are a driving force in the success of our company.

Monday - Friday 3:30pm - 12:00am *Overtime would be until 2:00am if needed, but not required