Aerospace Quality Inspector – AS9100, Incoming & In-Process

AMETEK, Inc.; Baldwin Park (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

AMETEK, Inc. in Baldwin Park, CA is seeking an inspector to perform receiving, in-process and final inspection of vendor-supplied and in-house components.

The role emphasizes adherence to AS9100/ISO-9001 quality systems and requires hands-on use of micrometers, calipers, height gauges, and other precision tools. You will document inspections, participate in first article inspection (AS9102), and communicate nonconforming conditions to Quality.

Qualifications

• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Internet Explorer.
• Knowledge of uniPoint software is a plus
• Hazardous Material Training is a plus
• Ability to work well under pressure, multitask and meet deadlines.
• Hands-on individual with ability to see the big picture.
• Proven team player with communication, presentation, interpersonal, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Strong business judgment and ethical work habits.
• Ability to interact professionally with all levels of the organization.
• Strong attention to detail and focus on quality.
• Customer focused and results oriented.
• Must read, write, and speak English fluently.
• Develops alternative solutions.
• Works well in group problem solving situations.
• Makes decisions in a timely manner, includes appropriate people in decision-making process, exhibits sound and accurate judgment.
• Supports and explains reasoning for decisions.
• Observes all safety and security procedures.
• Uses equipment and materials properly.
• Reports potentially unsafe conditions.

Responsibilities

• Follow quality processes and procedures to perform detailed inspection in receiving, in-process and final inspection to ensure products conform to customer requirements.
• Perform AS9102 first article inspection and other extensive inspections per specifications & drawing requirements.
• Document all inspections in accordance with Ametek procedures and processes
• Ensure all raw materials received meet specifications.
• Perform testing and inspection at various stages of production, including visual and dimensional inspection
• Use handheld inspection tools for dimensional measurement purposes, such as micrometers, calipers, height gages, optical comparator, gage blocks, and dial indicators.
• Conduct physical inspection of product with gauging such as: Thread gages, plug gages, pin gages, functional gages.
• Communicate potential nonconforming situations to Quality Engineering and Quality Management
• Create a rejection report for nonconforming product.
• Understanding and working Knowledge of AS 9100/ISO-9001 quality systems specifications
• Process documentation, scan, and file paperwork.
• Blueprint and GD&T comprehension (ASME Y14.5).
• Able to witness testing of articles to verify parameters found during test.
• Familiar with solder inspection, crimping, conformal coating, staking, and surface mounted devices in accordance with IPC-J-STD-001, IPC-A-610 standards
• Experience in Aerospace and lean manufacturing.
• Reports potentially unsafe conditions.
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to use AI tools to improve productivity, decision-marking, work quality, and to reduce costs. The successful candidate must be able to identify appropriate AI use cases and critically evaluate AI-generated outputs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

First Article Inspection

AS9102 knowledge

Measurement tools

Quality systems

Documentation

English fluent

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

UNIPoint software

Micrometers & calipers

Job description

AMETEK, Inc. in Baldwin Park, CA is seeking an inspector to perform receiving, in-process and final inspection of vendor-supplied and in-house components.

The role emphasizes adherence to AS9100/ISO-9001 quality systems and requires hands-on use of micrometers, calipers, height gauges, and other precision tools. You will document inspections, participate in first article inspection (AS9102), and communicate nonconforming conditions to Quality.