Inspection - QC Inspector 1st shift

Chromalloy; Phoenix, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 46,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits starting day one

401(k) with employer matching

Quarterly/annual bonuses

Job summary

Chromalloy in the Phoenix area is seeking a Quality Inspector to support receiving, in-process and final inspections for aerospace components. You will read and apply contract requirements, document non-conformities, and help ensure product integrity across the production flow.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, problem-solving, and collaboration with internal teams to meet delivery schedules and regulatory standards. A minimum of 1–2 years in quality within manufacturing is expected.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years quality experience or equivalent in manufacturing
• Ability to read and apply process specifications, customer and contract requirements
• Ability to read, interpret and understand requirements (B/P)
• Ability to obtain necessary certifications to comply with regulatory requirements
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Self-motivated with ownership and accountability
• Ability to work on multiple tasks simultaneously
• Supports internal customers’ needs and meets delivery needs
• Strong written and oral skills
• Provides input to corrective actions and process improvements
• Lean skills to drive process improvements
• Provides supporting data reflecting team results

Responsibilities

• Open shipping containers and validate packing slips; inspect parts visually and dimensionally.
• Perform in-process and outsourcing inspections to meet delivery dates and verify conformance to data and specs.
• Inspect final products for completion and adherence to customer requirements; document discrepancies.
• Assist production in resolving quality issues and ensure vendors are on approved lists.
• Create purchase orders for spot operations and route components for processing.
• Record observations and recommend process improvements; communicate scheduling constraints.

Skills

Quality inspection

Reading specifications

Documentation

Measurement and gauging

Analytical thinking

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Micrometer

Dial caliper

Job description

Posted Tuesday, September 1, 2026 at 7:00 AM

Chromalloy is a global engineering & solutions company. We are a leading provider of aftermarket parts, repairs, and solutions that safely & reliably extend the life of aircraft engines and gas turbines. We develop, manufacture and repair critical turbine components for a range of engine platforms. Our solutions support the engines running the aerospace, energy and defense industries around the world.

Chromalloy employees are proud, passionate problem-solvers who strive to live our values every day. A career with Chromalloy is an opportunity to learn from top industry experts, work with important technologies, and unlock a passion for innovation. Join our team of experts, innovators and problem-solvers delivering world-class solutions for our customers. As a global company, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees feel represented, heard, and able to bring their best selves to work every day. Be part of something bigger with Chromalloy!

Our Total Rewards Program is designed to support you today and in the future.

• Comprehensive and flexible benefit options starting on day one, including medical, dental, vision, EAP, wellness incentives, and 401(k) with employer matching.
• Development & progression opportunities for every employee – regular performance conversations, training and development curriculum, and engineering fellowship programs.
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick time, paid holidays, and parental leave—all eligible on yourfirst day of employment!
• Competitive pay, including eligibility for quarterly and annual bonuses, depending on role and site.

Eligibility for individual benefit plans may vary based on employment status.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Reference the "Essential job functions worksheet for help

List the job's essential or most important functions and responsibilities. Include all important aspects of the job -- whether performed daily, weekly, monthly, or annually; and any that occur at irregular intervals.

Receiving, Induction Inspections Duties:

• Open shipping containers and validates packing slip to product received
• Performs contract review, can read and interpret customer and flow down requirements (SPOC's)
• Assigns tracking number (s) job and lot numbers
• Assigns job traveler
• Verifies part count and performs visual inspection on each component.
• Documents incoming discrepancies and takes appropriate actions to correct the non-conformities
• Works to the production schedule and releases components in accordance to delivery plan

In-Process and Outsourcing Inspection Duties:

• Works to the production schedule performing in-process and outsourcing inspections to meet delivery dates
• Performs in-process inspections checks in accordance with Chromalloy routing instructions ensuring compliance to the technical data, customer and specification requirements
• Audits routing validating all prior operations have been processed to the routing instructions and verifies each component complies with all quality requirements
• Assists production personnel in solving quality issues and concerns
• Assures vendors are active and are on the approved vendor list
• Creates purchase order for spot operations and routes component for processing
• Files both incoming and outgoing documentation
• Reviews incoming certifications from the outside processors ensuring purchased items and services conform to contract and specification requirements
• Documents incoming discrepancies and takes appropriate actions to correct the non-conformities
• Records observations and makes recommendations for improving the process

Final Inspection Duties:

• Works to the production schedule performing final inspections to meet delivery dates
• Inspects for completion of all manufacturing processes
• When necessary measures components using precision measuring devices, micrometer, dial caliper etc.
• Documents discrepancies and takes appropriate actions to correct the non-conformities
• Ensures components comply to specification customer requirements
• Verifies part count, serial numbers and lot number control
• Completes internal paperwork and validates accurate documentation for each process
• Completes certification of compliance
• Packages product in accordance with customer and Chromalloy requirements
• Drives quality and process repeatability
• Implements mistake proofing methods
• Work with supporting departments, Quality, Engineering creating inspection methods to drive repeatability and to ensure that in- process measurement techniques are correlated with the Quality methods of inspection.
• Assist in the disposition of non-conforming product and propose solutions to eliminate defects.
• When necessary initiates corrective actions
• Evaluates reject data, separate process defect from training issue and communicate to the shop supervisor training needs.
• Communicate scheduling constraints to the department supervisor and production planner to ensure customer expectations are met and parts move quickly after completion to their next operations.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily

List the requirements below that are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to successfully accomplish the essential duties of the job.

• 1 – 2 years quality experience
• Can read and apply process specification, customer and contract requirements
• Can read, interpret and understand B/P requirements
• Can obtain necessary certifications to comply with all regulatory requirements
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Self-motivated with a high level of ownership and accountability
• Ability to work multiple tasks simultaneously
• Supports internal customers’ needs and works to meet their delivery needs
• Strong written and oral skills
• Provides accurate feedback to the department supervisor pertaining to quality issues
• Provides input to corrective actions to process failures, operator errors, routing flow and accuracy, etc.
• Lean skills continually drives process improvements
• Provides supporting data that reflects team results

List preferred job related qualifications if different from above.

List the level of education and/or experience needed to successfully accomplish the essential duties of this job.

• High school diploma or GED

Physical, Mental and Environmental Demands

Specify the physical, mental and environmental conditions of the essential duties of the job.

Use these codes to complete this section: "F" for frequently; "O" for occasionally; "N" for not at all.

PHYSICAL

On the job the employee must:

MENTAL

On the job the employee must be able to:

ENVIROMENTAL

On the job the employee

( x ) Squat, kneel, or crouch

( ) Climb or balance

( x ) Reach with hands & arms

( ) Other

Must carry/lift loads of:

( ) Up to 10 lbs

( x ) Up to 25 lbs

(x ) Up to 50 lbs

( ) Up to 100 lbs

( ) More than 100 lbs

( x ) Sit

( x ) Stand

( x ) Walk

( x ) Push/Pull

( x ) Talk or hear

( x ) Handle Objects

( x ) Write

( x ) Perform calculations

( x ) Communicate orally

( x ) Reason and analyze

( ) Other

(x) Is exposed to excessive noise

( ) Is exposed to extreme cold (non-weather)

( ) Is exposed to extreme heat (non-weather)

( ) Is exposed to marked changes in

temperature and/or humidity

( x ) Is around moving machinery

( ) Is exposed to dust, fumes, gases,

radiation, microwave (circle)

( ) Drives motorized equipment

( ) Works in confined quarters

( ) Works in high, precarious places

( ) Works with explosives

( ) Is exposed to Vibration

( ) Other

This position may require work hours outside of the regularly scheduled hours to meet operational needs. This may include work during evenings, weekends, and/or holidays. Additional work hours are assigned based on business requirements. Non-exempt employees will be paid overtime in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

The salary range for this position reflects a broad spectrum of experience levels. Individual compensation within the range is determined by multiple factors, including relevant experience, education, certifications, job related skills, internal equity, and market conditions. We evaluate each candidate individually to ensure fair and competitive pay decisions.

Due to government regulation only US persons (U.S. citizen, U.S. naturalized citizen, U.S. permanent resident, holder of U.S. approved political asylee or refugee status) may be considered for this role.

Chromalloy participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Any offer of employment will also be conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen in accordance with company policy and applicable federal and state regulations.

Chromalloy is an equal opportunity employer - vets/disabled.