Quality Inspector

Quality InspectorSince 1957, LPI Corporation has manufactured products for jet engines, aircraft components, and other aerospace & defense applications. Our reputation for quality, service, and dependability has permitted us to serve many of the world's leading aerospace & defense original equipment manufacturers.The Quality Inspector inspects parts, assemblies and finished products to drawings and specifications.Essential Duties And Responsibilities:Inspect parts, assemblies, and finished products in accordance with contract specifications, company standards, and applicable legal or regulatory requirements.Perform critical visual, dimensional, and functional inspections on a wide variety of components and assemblies, following established inspection procedures and guidelines.Operate a Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) to verify product conformity and support product acceptance.Identify, document, and segregate nonconforming materials or products from acceptable product.Communicate significant quality issues, discrepancies, or developments identified during inspection and quality assurance activities.Support quality record retention requirements by assisting with the filing, organization, and maintenance of quality records.Perform other duties as assigned.Education:High school diploma or equivalent required.Technical training or related coursework is preferred.Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.Experience:Minimum of 3 years of inspection experience in a manufacturing environment required.Experience performing receiving, in-process, final, source, and first article inspections.Experience using precision measuring equipment.Experience operating a CMM preferred, or required if this is a core function of the role.Skills And Knowledge:Ability to read and interpret blueprints.Knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) preferred.Knowledge of sampling methods, including AQL levels and sampling tables.Strong attention to detail and accuracy.Ability to respond quickly and effectively in a fast-paced environment.Ability to work well with others and manage multiple tasks with flexibility.Ability to read and write fluently in EnglishPhysical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the Team Member is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; talk or hear; and frequently required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The associate must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the Team Member is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.