Inspector 2nd Shift

Eaton; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Eaton Aerospace Group in Los Angeles, CA is seeking a Quality Control Inspector B for the 2nd shift. The role involves in-process and outbound inspection of hydraulic, pneumatic, electric and mechanical components to ensure conformance to drawings and quality specs.

Responsibilities include reviewing documentation, generating inspection reports, and applying ASME Y14.5 tolerancing and related QA procedures. Must be within 50 miles of LA facility.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must reside within 50 miles of LA facility (zip 90039).
• U.S. person required due to export controls.

Responsibilities

• Inspect aerospace sub-assemblies and assemblies visually and dimensionally for conformance to drawings and specifications.
• Review and accept paperwork associated with product acceptance.
• Generate inspection reports to document acceptance or rejection of products.
• Operate measurement equipment (calipers, micrometers, gages, surface plates, optical comparator).
• Understand geometric tolerancing per ASME Y14.5; basic DFAR/Nadcap knowledge.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Pin gages

Thread plugs

Thread ring gages

Surface plates

Optical comparator

Job description

Career Opportunities: Inspector 2nd Shift (75808)

Requisition ID75808-Posted10/20/2026

Eaton’s IS AER FMCdivision is currently seeking aInspector 2nd Shift at our Los Angeles, CA facility! This is a 2nd shift role, with core hours between 1:45 - 10:15pm Monday - Friday.

The hourly rate for this position is$28.84; ; plus a $2 increase for shift differentialper hour.

Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

What you’ll do:

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

Eaton Aerospace Group located in Los Angeles, CA (near Glendale metro) has an opening for a Quality Control Inspector B. The LA facility has approximately 400 employees and is a leader in the design, development, manufacture and delivery of Aerospace hydraulic components, systems and services to the global aftermarket and OEM markets.

Reports to the Supervisor of Final Inspection or designated authority. Responsible for performing in-process and/or outbound dimensional and visual inspections of hydraulic, pneumatic, electric and mechanical component parts, assemblies, and sub-assemblies as required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• 1. Inspects (Outbound and/or in-process) aerospace sub-assemblies and/or assemblies visually and dimensionally for conformance to manufacturing drawings, quality control specifications and supplier/customer requirements. Other duties and/or responsibilities may be performed as part of cross-training or employee development plan.
• 2. Responsible for review and acceptance of paperwork and documentation used in the acceptance of product.
• 3. Responsible to produce necessary manual or computer generated inspection reports to accept or reject products.
• 4. Inspection involves using measurement equipment such as, but not limited to, calipers, micrometers, pin gages, thread plugs, thread ring gages, surface plates, and optical comparator.
• 5. Completes data processing move transactions as required.
• 6. Possesses basic understanding of geometrical tolerancing and dimensional measurements per ASME Y14.5.
• 7. Possesses basic knowledge of AQL sampling selection per internal procedures or ANSI/ASQC Z1.4 or as directed by customers.
• 8. Possesses basic knowledge of first article inspection reports per AS9102.
• 9. Possesses basic knowledge of acceptance test procedures (ATP), acceptance test reports (ATR), job travelers (process plans), pick lists, drawings, procedures, C of Cs, chemical & physical analysis reports, and test reports.
• 10. Experience working in FAA environment.
• 11. Basic knowledge of DFAR and Nadcap requirements.
• 12. Basic knowledge of customers’ DQCR/DSQR programs and website portals.
• 13. Evaluates and adheres to all flowed down contractual (internal and external) requirements of customer purchase orders, suppliers purchase orders for commercial and/or military products.

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
• Relocation is not offered for this role. Candidates must reside within a 50 mile distance of the Los Angeles, CA facility (zip code 90039) to be considered.
• This position requires access to export-controlled information. To conform to U.S. Government export regulations applicable to that information, applicant must be a U.S. person, defined as a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (green card holder), (iii) refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157, or (iv) asylee under 8 U.S.C. 1158.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1 year of mechanical inspection experience in an aerospace or manufacturing environment
• Familiarity with inspection tools, drawings, and quality requirements is desirable
• Knowledge or experience inspecting various types of materials (e.g., aluminum, alloy, titanium, stainless steel, etc.).
• Knowledge or experience inspecting aerospace products with coatings (e.g., anodizing, cadmium plating, chromium plating, nickel plating, zinc plating, passivation, etc.).
• College or ASQ (American Society for Quality) certification a plus.
• Experience working in FAA environment

Position Criteria:

• 1. Attendance/Punctuality/Dependability - Is consistently at work and on time; Uses time efficiently; follows instructions; commits to long hours of work when necessary to achieve goals. Able to work efficiently under fast pace environment.
• 2. Quality/Quantity - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; meets productivity standards; completes work in timely manner
• 3. Safety and Security - Follows safety procedures; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly.
• 4. Technical Skills - Pursues training and development opportunities; strives to continuously build knowledge and skills.
• 5. Oral Communication – Speaks English clearly and listens and gets clarification when needed; participates in meetings.
• 6. Written Communication - Presents numerical data in a legible manner; able to read and interpret written information.
• 7. Teamwork - Treats people with respect; contributes to building a positive team spirit; supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
• 8. Organizational Support – Follows all policies and procedures; upholds organizational values. Must be highly motivated and committed to high quality standards.
• 9. Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; treats others with respect and consideration; accepts responsibility for own actions.
• 10. Language Skills - Ability to read and interpret documents in English such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to complete routine documentation. Ability to speak clearly and effectively with Manager/Supervisor, coworkers, customers, suppliers, etc.
• 11. Mathematical Skills - Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• 12. Reasoning Ability - Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• 13. Computer Skills - Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook), internet, etc.

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