Quality Assurance Composite Assembly Inspector

Prestwick Aerosystems; Fort Erie; Hybrid; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Airbus Helicopters Canada Ltd in Fort Erie seeks a Quality Assurance Composite Inspector (Assembly) to inspect composite parts and kits, perform layup, trim, and ship inspections, and verify drawings and documentation. You will log nonconformities, quarantine items, and help drive corrective actions with rapid 5 Whys and 8D tools.

The role requires a college diploma in mechanical engineering tech or similar, plus 5 years of composite experience and familiarity with ISO 9001/AS9100.

Qualifications

• College diploma in mechanical engineering technology or equivalent.
• 5 years composite experience in manufacturing/assembly inspection.
• Experience with ISO 9001 and AS9100 quality systems; NDT asset.

Responsibilities

• Inspect composite parts and assemblies per drawings and MIDs.
• Record nonconformities, quarantine parts with red tags, and complete C of Cs.
• Lead root cause analysis using 8D/ rapid 5 Whys and corrective actions.
• Perform First Article Inspections to AS9102 requirements.
• Create and maintain inspection plans and procedures.

Skills

Composite inspection

Quality Assurance

AS9100

ISO 9001

NDT

Blueprint reading

Measurement tools

Education

College Diploma (Mechanical Engineering Technician or Technologist)

Tools

NDT equipment

Measurement tools

Job description

## Quality Assurance Composite Assembly InspectorApply: Fort Erie: Full time: Posted Today: JR10444871****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 toolsThis 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