Aerospace Quality Inspector I

Atec Inc; Kansas; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Atec Inc is seeking an Aerospace Quality Inspector in Kansas, responsible for ensuring product quality through inspection processes and documentation. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and at least 2 years of relevant experience in a manufacturing environment.

Primary duties include interpreting engineering drawings, using manual inspection tools, and collaborating with Quality Management. Proficiency in GD&T standards and AS9100 quality processes is required. The role entails working in a typical manufacturing environment with exposure to mechanical parts and safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years experience as an Aerospace Quality Inspector or 4 years in ISO mechanical inspection.
• Proficient in manual inspection tools including Micro-Hite.
• Experience with AS9100 quality processes.

Responsibilities

• Ensure Atec product quality through inspection processes.
• Document measurements and verification of equipment.
• Communicate measurement results to Quality Management.

Skills

Interpretation of engineering drawings

Competence in GD&T standards

Use of manual inspection tools

Proficiency with AS9100 quality processes

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Micro-Hite

Job description

Summary

Ensure Atec product quality through the application of inspection processes to verify and document conformity to all customer and engineering requirements at planned control points in the manufacturing process.

Essential Responsibilities

• Interpret oral and written instructions, specifications, and engineering drawings.
• Competence in interpreting drawing standards per ASME Y14.5 (GD&T) and customer specifications.
• Training and basic operations of the CMM with proven programs, set up and probe calibrations, and ARM operations on PC-DMIS.
• Verification of current calibration on all measurement equipment used for product acceptance and reporting any damaged or nonconforming equipment to Quality Management.
• Document CMM and manual measurements in quality records, AS9102 First Article Inspection Reports, or other forms, as appropriate per process performed.
• Validate prior Work Order and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) sequences and complete required ERP transactions for Work Orders and Purchase Orders.
• Observe and maintain notes on the open work order / open PO dashboard for inspection activities.
• Identification, quarantine, and processing of nonconforming products per procedure.
• Professionally and effectively communicate measurement results and progress with Quality Management, inspectors, and internal customers.
• Observe all safety and HR policies.
• Perform other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment.
• Ensure activities are conducted in accordance with Atec International Standards Organization (AS9100/ISO) policies and correct and report any deviations to appropriate area manager/supervisor.

AS9100 Specific Responsibilities

• Participate in AS9100 training as required.
• Be familiar with and understand Atec Quality Policy and general quality objectives.
• Understand required Quality Management System Procedures and Work Instructions.
• Complete all records required by Procedures and Work Instructions.
• Cooperate with Auditors.
• Ensure activities are conducted in accordance with the Atec Quality Management System (QMS) processes and report any nonconformance to the appropriate area manager/supervisor.

Education and/or Experience

• High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED) and minimum of 2 years work experience as an Aerospace Quality Inspector or 4 years work experience in a manufacturing environment as an ISO mechanical inspector or equivalent.
• Proficient in the use of manual inspection tools including Micro-Hite.
• Proficient with AS9100 quality processes.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• GD&T certified (AESQ or equivalent).
• CMM 101 certified for PC-DMIS (Hexagon).
• ARMS 101 certified for PC-DMIS (Hexagon).

Physical Demands

Employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to work with inspection equipment; reach overhead with hands and arms; and stoop, bend; and occasionally lift and/or move up to 35 pounds. Participation in the Atec vision verification program is required. Vision requirements include an acceptable rating in near vision and color vision in at least one eye (corrected or uncorrected).

Work Environment

Employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts. The performance of this position normally requires exposure to typical manufacturing environment areas where under certain conditions that require the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as Safety Glasses. Employee is standing and walking several hours a day on concrete floors. Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. Extended work hours and/or travel may occasionally be required.

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status.