QA Inspector

Quality Inspector

Receives and inspects outside vendor parts for compliance with required process, certification and any other required paperwork. Documents and reports on all discrepancies.

Inspects purchased parts, assemblies, accessories, and raw materials for conformance to specifications, using precision measuring instruments and devices: Examines items for defects in materials, work and damage occurring in transit.

Performs in-process inspections per documented requirements and reports on all discrepancies.

Prepares Inspection Discrepancy Report (IDR) as required. Inputs data into the QA database as required. Documents acceptance/rejections on the appropriate router.

Performs source inspections as requested by customers and completes all associated documentation.

Compares completed product with parts list, drawings, blueprints, customer purchase order, customer specifications and/or sample model to ensure that the product meets customer expectations. Verifies specified dimensions of product or material. Prepares and completes Detailed Inspection Plan (DIP).

Performs first article inspections and completes all associated documentation.

Assist in the writing and updating inspection procedures, protocols and checklists.

Prepare inspection procedure outlines for reference use in subsequent inspections, using data obtained from blueprints, customer specifications, and procurement text.

Evaluate problems and make initial recommendations for possible corrective actions.

Keep work area clean at all times (5 S's).

Other projects as assigned by Quality Supervisor or Quality Manager.

Education and Experience: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

High School diploma or GED; or completed apprenticeship from an accredited trade school. 0-2 years of demonstrated experience for Level 1 Quality Inspector, 2-5 years of demonstrated experience for Level 2 Quality Inspector, 5 or more years of demonstrated experience for Level 3 Quality Inspector.

Minimum five years' experience of dimensional tolerance inspection (Y14.5) of aerospace products preferred.

Must have the ability to read blueprints, interpret work instructions, strong PC skills and proficiency with Microsoft word and Excel.

ISO and/or NADCAP experience is preferred.

Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Experience Expected Specialized Training Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Level 1

Demonstrates the experience of 0-2 years in a position or specialization

Visual Inspection

In process inspection

Receiving Inspection

CMM operation

Manual CMM operation

Entry level position with little or no prior relevant work experience

Acquires basic skills to perform routine entry level operator tasks to operate

Work is prescribed and completed with little autonomy

Works with either close supervision or under clearly defined procedures

Level 2

Demonstrates 2-5 years of experience in position or specialization

All Level 1 specialized training in addition to:

FAIRS

CMM Setup

Manual CMM Setup

Final Inspection

GD&T

Has developed knowledge and skills through training or considerable work experience

Works within established procedures with a moderate degree of supervision

Identifies the problem and all relevant issues in straightforward situations, assesses each using standard procedures, and makes sound decisions.

Must be capable of running the majority of jobs in the department.

Level 3

Demonstrates 5 or more years of experience in position or specialization

All level 1 and 2 specialized training in addition to:

CMM programming

Manual CMM programming

SAE AS 13001 Source

PWC

RR

GE

UTAS

Honeywell

Has developed specialized skills or is multi-skilled through job-related training and considerable on-the-job experience

Completes work with a limited degree of supervision

Likely to act as an informal resource for training new department operators.

Must be capable of running all jobs in the department.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Perform inspection duties within the designated quality inspection area separate from production.

Frequently required to use hand to finger, handle or feel and reach with hands and arms

Occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

Must be able to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Specific vision abilities by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.