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

Barnes Group Inc.; West Chester Township (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Barnes Aerospace West Chester Division is seeking an attentive FPI Inspector to support the manufacturing process by inspecting materials and finished parts, recording results, and coordinating inventory control. The role emphasizes non-destructive testing and adherence to quality standards in a fast-paced environment.

The candidate will read operation sheets, follow complex instructions, and communicate across teams to ensure on-time production and continuous improvement within regulatory

Qualifications

• 2 years Quality Inspection experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and interpret operation sheets and follow complex instructions.

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.
• Inspects parts using fluorescent penetrant and black light to find defects.
• Supports inventory control transactions to ensure inventory is on hand for day-to-day needs.
• Understand regulatory requirements and drive standardized continuous improvement metrics across the FPI disciplines.

Skills

Communication

Blueprint Reading

Quality Inspection

Continuous Improvement

Documentation

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

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

Job Category: Production

Requisition Number: FPIIN006908

• Posted : September 15, 2026
• Full-Time

Locations

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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.
• 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.

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