LEAD QUALITY CONTROL INSPECTOR

Salary is based on experience, skills, and education

This position is 100% onsite

The Marvin Group is a Strategic Partner for Global Alternate Mission Equipment and Sustainment

The Marvin Group, a leading defense contractor, plays a crucial role in the development and manufacturing of various systems for military aerospace and vehicles. Based in Southern California near the Los Angeles International Airport, The Marvin Group consists of Marvin Engineering (MEC), Marvin Test Solutions (MTS) and Marvin Land Systems (MLS). Marvin Engineering designs and produces military Alternate Mission Equipment. Marvin Test Solutions designs and manufactures armament Test Equipment. Marvin Land Systems specializes in the design and build of power and thermal management systems. For over 60 years we have maintained “A Tradition of Excellence”, serving as a trusted source for our unwavering commitment to supporting all branches of the Department of Defense and our global allies. Our collaboration extends across a diverse array of programs and platforms, including major military prime contractors such as Lockheed Martin, Northrop Grumman, and Raytheon.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Lead Quality Control Inspector provides support to the QC supervisor by overseeing and working alongside inspectors providing dimensional inspection support. Ensuring product compliance to MEC requirements, processes, procedures, and contractual obligations with at least two years of leadership experience. Lead inspectors will perform level 1 and level 2 inspections.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform independent inspections, validations, and/or verifications of internal/external components to ensure compliance to Marvin Engineering requirements, processes, procedures, and contractual obligations. Using blueprints, basic GD&T, specifications, contractual documents, visual inspection methods, etc.
• Assist the QC supervisor by overseeing and working alongside QC Inspectors, assisting in on-on-one meetings, and adhering to the Lead Roles and Responsibilities Checklist.
• Monitor inspector clock In/Out times and scheduled breaks.
• Review, approve, and audit Quality Notifications (QN) generated by direct reports for accuracy.
• Review, approve, and audit inspection reports generated by direct reports for accuracy.
• Monitor workstations for 6S practices at the start & end of every shift. Document any FOD or Safety incident / near misses.
• Ensure estimated completion dates, pending inspection statuses and constraints are logged into SAP by inspector, for each assigned order/ Purchase Order.
• Generate inspection reports in accordance with MEC policy.
• Identify and segregate suspect non-conforming material and generate Quality Notification (QN) in accordance with MEC Policy.
• Perform first piece validations in support of all manufacturing areas.

SKILLS AND REQUIREMENTS:

• ​​​​​​​High School graduate diploma or a General Educational Development (GED) certificate
• Certification in GD&T required and/or 5 years of basic GD&T experience
• 5 years minimum experience as a QC inspector
• 2 years minimum leadership experience in aerospace/defense
• Excellent communications skills – both written and verbal
• Able to perform basic math skills
• Detail-oriented and self-motivated
• Able to work with others and be a team player
• Must have a good attitude and willingness to learn
• Uphold the company’s core values of Partnership, ‘Can-Do’ Attitude, Integrity and Innovation
• Able to perform basic computer tasks and have proficient typing skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software
• Ability to lift a minimum 35lbs.

PREFERRED:

• Certifications in relevant American Society for Quality (ASQ) topics or college degree in Engineering or other technical fields are a plus
• Familiarity with SAP a plus
• Certificates of Completion in Quality Assurance for the professional a plus (i.e., CSUDH Quality courses)

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Fast paced environment
• Medium-to-large inspection laboratory/machine shop environment
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

There are typically no travel requirements for this position (0%)

NOTES: This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this position's employee(s). Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform any other job-related duties requested by anyone authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to accommodate individuals with disabilities reasonably. To perform this job successfully, the employee(s) will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an at-will relationship.

This position must meet export control compliance requirements. All applicants must be “U.S. persons” within the meaning of ITAR, as defined: a U.S. Citizen, a lawful permanent resident, political asylee, or refugee.