Inspector - 2nd Shift

Rbc-Bearings; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

RBC Bearings Incorporated is seeking a Quality Inspector in California to inspect products with gauges and metrology tools, read blueprints, and ensure conformance to specifications.

The role requires 0-3 years in metal part inspection, strong math and technical skills, and proficiency with micrometers, height gauges, and calipers. You will document results, support MRB decisions, and uphold ITAR/EAR compliance. This is a full-time on-site position.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 0-3 years performing inspection on metal parts.
• Excellent knowledge of MS Office.
• Good math and technical skills.
• Strong understanding of quality control standards and testing techniques.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Practical experience with precision inspection equipment and calibration.
• Proficient in micrometers, height gage, comparator and other metrology instruments.
• Ability to read blueprints and specifications.
• Ability to handle multiple and changing priorities.
• Knowledge of aerospace materials.

Responsibilities

• Inspect products using gauges and basic hand tools (calipers, micrometers, height gage, comparator and other metrology instruments).
• Test incoming raw materials.
• Perform regular quality assessments on all incoming materials from vendors and outgoing products for shipping.
• Reject all products and materials that fail to meet quality expectations.
• Read blueprints, plans, and specifications to understand the requirements of products and services.
• Measure product dimensions, examine functionality and compare the final product to the specifications.
• Recommend improvements to the production process to ensure quality control.
• Document inspection outcomes by completing detailed reports and performance records.
• Identify quality issues.
• Perform first article inspections, in process, receiving, and final inspection.
• Reject and write nonconforming part for MRB.
• Document inspection results by completing reports and logs, inputting data into Quality database.
• Keep measuring equipment operating by following instructions.
• Return inspection equipment back to Calibration.

Skills

MS Office

Blueprint reading

Micrometers

Height gauge

Comparator

Quality control

Communication skills

Aerospace materials

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Height gauge

Comparator

Job description

RBC Bearings Incorporated (NYSE: RBC) is a leading international manufacturer of highly engineered precision bearings and components for the industrial, defense and aerospace industries. Founded in 1919, the Company is primarily focused on producing highly technical and/or regulated bearing products and engineered components requiring sophisticated design, testing and manufacturing capabilities for the diversified industrial, aerospace and defense markets. We currently have 60 facilities, of which 43 are manufacturing facilities in ten countries and our market capitalization is approximately $14.5 billion.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Inspect products using gauges and basic hand tools (calipers, micrometers, height gage, comparator and other metrology instruments).
• Test incoming raw materials.
• Perform regular quality assessments on all incoming materials from vendors and outgoing products for shipping.
• Reject all products and materials that fail to meet quality expectations.
• Read blueprints, plans, and specifications to understand the requirements of products and services.
• Measure product dimensions, examine functionality and compare the final product to the specifications.
• Recommend improvements to the production process to ensure quality control.
• Document inspection outcomes by completing detailed reports and performance records.
• Identify quality issues.
• Perform first article inspections, in process, receiving, and final inspection.
• Reject and write nonconforming part for MRB.
• Document inspection results by completing reports and logs, inputting data into Quality database.
• Keep measuring equipment operating by following instructions.
• Return inspection equipment back to Calibration.

Education:

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) required.

Experience:

• 0-3 years performing inspection on metal parts.

Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities:

• Excellent knowledge of MS Office.
• Good math and technical skills.
• Strong understanding of quality control standards and testing techniques.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Practical experience in precision inspection equipment and calibration.
• Proficient in the use of micrometers, height gage, comparator, and other metrology instruments.
• Ability to read blueprints and specifications.
• Ability to handle multiple and changing priorities.
• Knowledge in aerospace materials.

Physical & Environmental Factors:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee, generally works indoors within the office and manufacturing areas.
• The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate or loud.
• The employee is regularly required to sit and talk or to hear.
• The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle or feel and reach with hands and arms.
• The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

This role is subject to compliance with the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), which requires the incumbent to be either a US citizen, lawful permanent resident [“green card” holders] or have refugee or asylee status.

Please note that the salary range information is only applicable for California. The pay range represents the low and high end of the salary range we reasonably expect to pay for this position at the time of posting. An employee’s pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors, including, but not limited to, geographic location, experience, education, skills, qualifications, performance, and business or organizational needs.

Pay Range: $23 to $25/hour

RBC Bearings is an Equal Opportunity Employer to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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