Quality Assurance Composite Assembly Inspector

Airbus Helicopters; Fort Erie; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Airbus Helicopters Canada Ltd is seeking a Quality Assurance Composite Inspector (Assembly) in Fort Erie to inspect all composite parts and kits during assembly, paint, trim, layup, and core processes. The role ensures high quality parts through adherence to inspection plans and procedures.

The ideal candidate has 5 years of composite inspection experience, ISO 9001/AS9100 familiarity, and NDT/Ultrasonic experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• College diploma or relevant experience in mechanical/inspect
• 5 years of composite manufacturing/assembly inspection experience (ISO 9001/AS9100)
• NDT/Ultrasonic inspection experience is an asset

Responsibilities

• Inspect composites parts and kits in assembly, paint, trim, layup and core inspections
• Create and maintain inspection plans and procedures
• Lead root cause analyses using 5 Whys and 8D tools
• Perform First Article Inspections to AS9102
• Record nonconformities and quarantine nonconforming parts
• Prepare shipping docs including Form Ones and C of Cs
• Guide Assembly technicians on inspection criteria
• Participate in ongoing training to maintain certifying staff authority

Skills

Attention to detail

Excellent verbal and written comms

Problem solving

Read blueprints

Measurement tools

Time management

Teamwork

Under broad supervision

Work under pressure

Write technical reports

Independent work with team

Education

College Diploma (Mechanical Engineering Technician/Technologist)

Job description

WE’RE LOOKING FOR A QUALITY ASSURANCE COMPOSITE INSPECTOR (ASSEMBLY)

POSITION LOCATION: FORT ERIE

The Quality Assurance Composites Inspector reports to the Supervisor, Composites Quality Assurance and is responsible for the inspection of all composite parts and kits. This includes performing assembly/ paint, trim, shipping, layup and core inspections of all parts to verify the high quality of the parts.

Main Responsibilities

Assembly Inspection/Paint Inspection

• Visual Inspection
• Verify potting material shelf life
• Verify that inserts, components, etc. are installed as per drawing.
• Visual Inspection for improper or insufficient coverage, rough surfaces, pitting.
• Dust inclusions, orange peel, tears, sagging or blistering.
• Inspecting parts to planned MIDs and Inspection documents , drawings etc.
• Recording of nonconformities and quarantining non conforming parts with red tags.
• Create and maintain inspection plans and procedures.
• Participate and lead root cause and corrective action process using Rapid 5 Whys, 8D tools etc..
• Perform First Article Inspections to AS9102 requirements.
• Execute inspections to planned weekly and daily KPIs to Assembly Inspection Plans.
• Serve as a guide to Assembly technicians by sharing requirements and acceptance criteria for Inspection.
• Participate in all initial and recurrent training to maintain certifying staff authorities.

Trim Inspection

• Verification of tool validity
• Visual Inspection
• Inspection of parts to planned MIDs and Inspection documents , drawings etc.
• Participate and lead root cause and corrective action process using Rapid 5 Whys, 8D tools etc.
• Recording of nonconformities & quarantining non conforming parts with red tags.

Shipping Inspection

• Verify that all inspection stages have been completed.
• Inspecting parts to planned MIDs and Inspection documents , drawings etc.Recording of nonconformities & quarantining non conforming parts with red tags.
• Preparation of shipping documentation including Form Ones and C of Cs.
• Execute inspections to planned weekly and daily KPIs to Assembly Inspection Plans.
• Participate in all initial and recurrent training to maintain certifying staff authorities.
• Participate and lead root cause and corrective action process using Rapid 5 Whys, 8D tools etc.

Lay-up Inspection

• Review all materials in kits for shelf life & out life remaining
• Verification that all materials have been cut & identified with ply number & orientation
• Verification that Material Identification Sheets are complete.
• Verification validity of tooling.
• Visual Inspection to planned MIDs and Inspection documents , drawings etc.
• Execute inspections to planned weekly and daily KPIs to Assembly Inspection Plans.
• Participate and lead root cause and corrective action process using Rapid 5 Whys, 8D tools etc.
• Serve as a guide to Layup technicians by sharing requirements and acceptance criteria for Inspection.
• Recording of nonconformities & quarantining non conforming parts with red tags.

Core Inspection

• Verification validity of tooling
• Verification of conformity to templates and drawings
• Visual Inspection for damage, cell ruptures, contamination dust /oil
• Inspection of parts to planned MIDs and Inspection documents , drawings etc.
• Recording of nonconformities & quarantining non conforming parts with red tags.
• Execute inspections to planned weekly and daily KPIs to Assembly Inspection Plans.
• Participate and lead root cause and corrective action process using Rapid 5 Whys, 8D tools etc.

Minimum Job Requirements

Education

• College Diploma (Mechanical Engineering Technician or Technologist) or relevant experience

Experience:

• 5 years of composite experience (Manufacturing/Assembly Inspection), specifically with a Quality Assurance System (ISO 9001, AS 9100)
• NDT/Ultrasonic Inspection experience an asset

Knowledge, Skills, Demonstrated Capabilities:

• Ability to work under broad supervision
• Independent and able to work with a team
• Attention to detail
• Able to manage time effectively and prioritize work
• Professional working relationships with internal and external sources, including regulatory and quality certified agencies
• Able to work under pressure to meet demanding work schedules
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent problem solving skills
• Able to write accurate technical reports
• Ability to read various Blueprints
• Able to use measurement tools

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company:

Airbus Helicopters Canada Ltd

Employment Type:

Permanent

Experience Level:

Entry Level

Job Family:

Quality Inspection

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