Quality Specialist - Final Inspection

Quality Specialist - Final InspectionElevate your career at Marotta Controls, a New Jersey Top Workplace three 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!The Quality Specialist (final inspection) 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 (final inspection) 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).ISO9001 / AS9100 knowledgeable. Familiar with AQL, sampling methods and traceability.Strong verbal/written communication skills required for multi-faceted interactions with all levels of personnel within the organization, as well as any and all outside agents, 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.Understanding of O-ring cure dates, SUBSAFE/ Level I program, and shelf-life requirements.Experience in quality and source inspection on machined/mechanical components using GD&T, plus CMM, optical and other mechanical tools/ measuring instruments for inspections.Essential or Primary / Key ResponsibilitiesInspect products using gauges, coordinate measuring machine, scales and vision prior to shipmentPerform inspections with calipers, radius gauges, single-axis laser scanner, comparators, and measurement machinesPerform Mechanical measurements and visual quality assessments of received items, work-in-progress, and finished goodsCreate defect notes for inspected product found to be unacceptableGenerate spreadsheets for data collectionReconcile final inspection documentation for shipmentsInteract with source inspectorTest incoming raw materialsRead, understand and interpret blueprints, drawings, schematics, etc.Approve incoming materials by confirming specifications, conducting visual and measurement tests, rejecting and returning unacceptable materialsApprove in-process production by confirming specifications, conducting visual and measurement tests, communicating required adjustments to production supervisorApprove finished products by confirming specifications, conducting visual and measurement tests, returning products for re-work, and confirming re-workDocument inspection results by completing reports and logs, summarizing re-work and waste, and inputting data into quality databaseAbility to scan, retrieve, rename, and file documents into company database in accordance with company procedures.Ensure measurement equipment is operational and properly calibrated, according to operating instructions and manage repairsCoordinate with Engineering, Operations, and other sources to resolve issues and meet goalsAdditional 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 companyAbide by all safety, quality, housekeeping and company policies/procedures to ensure compliance to various regulatory and internal system requirementsFoster a positive and cooperative work environment through effective communication at all levels internal and external to the organizationActively participate in team meetings, improvement initiatives/programs, etc. to provide constructive recommendations and initiate actions to support company initiatives/goalsConsistently demonstrate commitment to company valuesKeep management informed of area activities and of any significant problemsAssume responsibility for related duties as required or assignedEnsure that work area and work areas of direct reports are clean, secure, and well maintainedComplete special projects and miscellaneous assignments as requiredWork 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, filing cabinets and fax machines, 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 screeningThe employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, or crouchThe employee may be required to lift and/or move items weighing up to 25 pounds.We offer a highly competitive compensation package for this outstanding position plus a quarterly bonus along with a full range of top quality benefits and employee services including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, life and disability income insurance programs, 401k retirement plans with company match, generous tuition aid program, paid vacation, sick and personal days, paid holidays and flexible work hours with compressed work week options. We recognize and reward our employee's accomplishments and host several employee engagement events per quarter. This position is at our Montville, NJ corporate offices location. Pay Rate: $25 - $35/hr 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.If you are looking to grow or accelerate your career and be part of a best in class organization while enjoying a work-life balance, please apply! We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity employer M/F/IWD/Veterans