Quality Assurance Inspector

We have an outstanding career opportunity for aQuality Assurance Inspectorto join a leading Company located in theLos Alamitos, CAsurrounding area.

Salary:

1st shift: $ 47,840 - $52,000

2nd shift: $49,400 - $53,560

Responsibilities :

• Determines the most practical inspection method and technique; plans the sequence of operation; selects precision measuring instruments and equipment to dimensionally inspect units .

• Performs surface table inspections using standard positioning, measuring, and layout instruments and equipment.

• Uses shop mathematics, decimals, and fractions in the performance of the work noted herein.

• Conducts first article, receiving inspection, in-process inspection, and final inspection assignments; visually and dimensionally inspects a wide variety of airframe parts and aerospace assemblies/components.

• Witness the first piece part production and certifies acceptability; observes and performs in-process inspection during component build-up and sub-assembly stages; performs final assembly inspection and observes testing operations to assure quality, workmanship, and strict compliance with company, military space, and commercial specifications and standards.

• Inspects incoming metallic and fiber materials, plastic and rubber compounds for correct formulation call-out, serialization, identification, cure date, and shelf life; verifies vendor and material certifications; checks heat codes, batch, and lot numbers to assure product tractability; certifies the proper mixing and blending of bonding agents and adhesives.

• Inspects reinforced plastic and rubber products for delamination, blisters, porosity, bond, elasticity, gauge surface smoothness, and similar defects or characteristics.

• Checks configuration and part dimensions with or without the aid of assembly check gauges, fixtures, and tooling.

• Prepares shipping data package for non-metal (soft goods) components/assemblies in accordance with contractual requirements.

• Monitors oven and cure processes and records temperature readings and dwell time ; performs or observes pressurization and leak test using plant air, nitrogen, and helium.

• Prepare rework tags, inspection reports, and documentatio n.

• Coordinates rejection with MRB, engineering, and customer representatives for depositions and process refinement.

• Assembles end item documentation for the review and acceptance of finished products.

• Prepares and maintains history files, records, and reports.

• This job description is not all-inclusive of all dutie s.

• Other duties may be assigned.

Basic Hiring Criteria :

• High School diploma or equivalent; Related AA or trade school degree preferred.

• Minimum 5 years of related Quality Assurance inspection experience; experience must include interface with customer source representatives, government sources, internal departments, and senior management.

• US Citizenship or permanent residency.

Desired Qualifications :

• ASQ Certified Quality Inspector preferred.

• Experience working in an AS9100 production environment preferred.

• Must be able to read and analyze engineering drawings and blueprints to determine requirements.

• Must be proficient in the use of basic inspection tools, calipers, scales, height gauges, optical aids, micrometers, and GD&T.

• Must have experience with production processes such as assembly, forming, tooling, welding (fusion & resistance), heat treating, and cleaning.

• Must have experience with production machinery and equipment such as press forming, tube bending, and other fabrication.

• Must have knowledge of metallic materials such as stainless steel, nickel, titanium, and aluminum.

• Must have experience with composite materials and production processes such as elastomers, resins, and composite reinforcement material.

• Must be familiar with AS9102 standards and software, and military specifications.

• Experience using Net-Inspect standards and software preferred.

• Experience must demonstrate the ability to direct the work activities of QC Inspectors I.

• Must interface effectively across organizational levels.

• Must have good organizational skills and maintain accurate, complete documentation.

• Must be able to solve problems, including root cause and corrective actions.

• Must have excellent communication skills, both written and oral.

• Must be proficient with the use of the Internet, MS Word/Outlook.

Benefits offered to vary by the contract. Depending on your temporary assignment, benefits may include direct deposit, free career counseling services, 401(k), select paid holidays, short-term disability insurance, skills training, employee referral bonus, affordable medical coverage plan, and DailyPay (in some locations). For a full description of benefits available to you, be sure to talk with your recruiter.

Military connected talent encouraged to apply.

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• The California Fair Chance Act

• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance