Inspector

Pursuit Aerospace; Thomasville (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Pursuit Aerospace is seeking an Inspector to perform product and material inspections in a manufacturing setting. You will verify dimensional compliance, document nonconformities, and ensure quality before shipment.

The role requires reading blueprints, following ITAR/EAR regulations, and maintaining accurate inspection records to support on-time delivery and high product quality.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency required.
• Authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis without sponsorship now or in the future.
• Must be able to work under ITAR/EAR regulations.

Responsibilities

• Inspect products using inspection gages, CMM, scales, and visual inspection prior to shipment.
• Variable data collection and completion of inspection records.
• Reconcile final inspection documentation for shipments.
• Examine material or product for surface defects such as cracks, pits, and other surface irregularities.
• Verify dimensional compliance of all products with drawings and customer requirements.
• Authority to reject nonconforming products and stop production as needed.
• Document nonconforming product with NMR process.
• Perform in-process inspection and testing throughout manufacturing to ensure compliance.
• Observe company policies, safety and housekeeping.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Attention to detail

Quality mindset

English communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

As a global manufacturer of complex aircraft engine components, Pursuit Aerospace is founded on a commitment to relentless, continuous, operational improvement and extraordinary customer service. We pride ourselves on competitive cost structure, exceptional on-time delivery, and industry-leading quality.

The Pursuit family of companies has cultivated long-term relationships with our customers around the world through respect, teamwork, technology, and trust. We are driven to develop industry leading process innovations and manufacturing techniques on behalf of our customers. Our exceptional quality is driven by a deep investment in and the daily practice of continually improving our people, processes, and products.

About the Opportunity

The Inspector is responsible for the inspection of all products and raw materials, under the direction of the Supervisor with technical direction from the Quality Manager. This is a hands-on role in a manufacturing setting and is ideal for someone who is reliable, detail-oriented, and eager to contribute to a high-performing team.

Responsibilities

• Inspect products using various inspection gages, coordinate measuring machine (CMM), scales, and visual inspection prior to product shipment
• Variable data collection and completion of inspection records
• Reconcile final inspection documentation for shipments
• Examine material or product for surface defects such as cracks, pits, and other surface irregularities.
• Compare product with applicable parts list or sample model to ensure completion of assembly.
• Verifies dimensional compliance of all products with drawing and customer requirements.
• Authority to reject nonconforming products and stop production of such as needed.
• Documents nonconforming product with NMR process.
• Performs in-process inspection and testing of products throughout the manufacturing process to ensure compliance with all applicable mechanical and process related requirements.
• Observes all Company policies, rules, and regulations including good housekeeping, safety and security.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time bases without sponsorship now or in the future. The Company cannot offer employment to visa holders who require employer sponsorship in the future or cannot work now on a full-time basis.
• Must be able to perform work subject to ITAR/EAR regulations.

Preferred Qualifications

• High school or equivalent
• 1 or more years of experience in Quality Control function in a commercial or Aerospace environment
• Must be able to understand and follow instructions in English.
• Must be able to understand and interpret blueprints and engineering sketches.
• Ability to perform simple layout inspections.
• Must have demonstrated mechanical ability.
• Proficiency in Microsoft WORD and EXCEL
• Ability to perform multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Clear communication (oral and written) skills
• Ability to keep accurate records
• Ability to follow documented procedures, work instructions and customer required records.
• Ability to work independently with little supervision

Working Conditions

• Requires mobility in a manufacturing plant environment while using Personal Protective Equipment.
• Must be able to frequently sit, stand and walk.
• Must be able to climb ladder, work on platforms, and climb stairs
• Personal protective equipment (e.g., safety glasses) is required on the shop floor
• Occasional weekend and evening work may be required to accommodate priorities, deadlines, and schedules.

Acknowledgements

The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor.

Benefits

Pursuit Aerospace also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements, among other things.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Pursuit Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We adhere to all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Monday-Friday 7:00 am-3:30 pm (Occasional extended hours or weekends may be necessary).