FPI Inspector (6am - 6pm Friday - Sunday)

Barnes Aerospace; Olde West Chester (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Barnes Aerospace West Chester Division is seeking a detail‑oriented FPI Inspector to support material flow and quality throughout the manufacturing process. You will perform inspections, document results, and ensure inventory accuracy while coordinating with purchasing and external processing services.

Ideal candidates have 2 years of quality inspection experience in manufacturing, strong reading of operation sheets, and clear communication with team members and supervision in a fast‑paced

Qualifications

• Two years of quality inspection experience in manufacturing.
• Able to read and interpret operation sheets and follow instructions.
• Strong verbal and written communication with teammates and supervision.
• Understanding of regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine checks, tests, gauging and instrument inspections of materials, parts in process and finished parts.
• Records results on inspection forms or charts and reports number of defects found.
• Performs visual inspection for obvious defects.
• Inspects parts using fluorescent penetrant and other nondestructive testing methods as needed.

Skills

Quality inspection

Blueprint reading

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Barnes Aerospace West Chester Division has a challenging and rewarding job opportunity for a FPI Inspector. The ideal candidate will perform a variety of duties supporting material flow throughout the manufacturing process, which includes ordering purchased parts, outside processing services and coordinating inventory control transactions to ensure inventory is on hand to support the day today needs of the business. In addition, this individual will have responsibility for standard work and inventory accuracy of material transactions and all inventory including consumables. If you are an individual that thrives in a fast-paced environment this position may be of interest to you.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Performs routine checks, tests, gauging and instrument inspections of materials, parts in process and finished parts.
• Performs routine tests on materials, goods in process or finished goods where results are compared with company quality standards.
• Performs visual inspection for obvious defects.
• Records results on inspection forms or charts and reports number of defects found.
• Required to inspect parts using fluorescent penetrant and black light to find defects.
• Some lifting of items of various weights, both assisted and unassisted.
• Experience in understanding of non-destructive validation methodology (visual, penetrant, etc).
• Drive standardized continuous improvement metrics across the FPI disciplines.
• Blueprint Reading/customer requirements flow down.
• Understanding of Regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• 2 years Quality Inspection experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Able to communicate verbally and / or in writing with other employees, team members and supervision as necessary.
• Must be able to read and interpret operation sheets and follow complex instructions and/or directions.
• Ability to communicate with all levels within the organization.
• Ability to read & react to verbal and non-verbal communication while maintaining complete professionalism.

Education Requirements

• High School graduate or equivalent.

At Barnes Group Inc., career development is a shared responsibility in which all employees are encouraged to develop, improve, and enhance their skills and professional growth to support Barnes Group Inc. business objectives.