Inspector 6

PDS Defense, Inc.; Fairfield (CA); Presencial; USD 45.000 - 62.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

401(k) matching

Paid holidays

DailyPay

Medical coverage

Descripción de la vacante

PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking an Inspector 6 to support quality inspection in a regulated manufacturing environment in Fairfield, CA.

The role combines Receiving Inspection and CMM programming to ensure materials meet engineering and quality requirements. Ideal candidates will have strong dimensional inspection experience, GD&T proficiency, and the ability to program and operate CMMs, with OT on weekends and potential shifts as specified.

Formación

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 3-5 years in receiving/dimensional inspection or related quality fields.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings/specs.
• Knowledge of calipers, micrometers, height gauges, optical measurement equipment, and basic GD&T.

Responsabilidades

• Perform incoming inspections of mechanical components, materials, and assemblies.
• Verify conformance to drawings, specs, and purchase orders.
• Document results and maintain quality records.
• Identify nonconforming materials and support corrective actions.
• Program or operate CMMs and apply GD&T during inspections.
• Train team members on CMM programming and usage.

Conocimientos

Reading drawings

GD&T expertise

Inspection accuracy

Documentation discipline

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Time management

Problem solving

Educación

High School Diploma

Herramientas

CMM Manager

TSPACE Plus

Descripción del empleo

Job Description

Position Type: Associate - W2

Location: Fairfield, CA

Pay Rate: $39.00/hour

Shift/Schedule: ALL Training starts on 1st Shift (6am-230pm), will transition to 2nd Shift / Must be available to work 2nd Shift - 2nd Shift: 3pm - 1130pm

Overtime: OT is available on weekends but voluntary, possibly on weekdays too. Prior approval required

About the Opportunity

PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking an experienced Inspector 6 to support quality inspection activities in a highly regulated manufacturing environment. This position combines responsibilities in Receiving Inspection and CMM Programming/Operation, ensuring incoming materials and finished products meet engineering, customer, and quality requirements.

The ideal candidate will have strong dimensional inspection experience, GD&T expertise, and the ability to program and operate Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs).

Key Responsibilities

Receiving Inspection

• Perform incoming inspections of mechanical components, assemblies, piece parts, and materials.
• Verify compliance with engineering drawings, specifications, inspection plans, and purchase order requirements.
• Conduct dimensional and visual inspections using precision measurement tools.
• Review engineering drawings, GD&T requirements, certifications, and supplier documentation.
• Document inspection results and maintain quality records.
• Identify nonconforming materials and support corrective actions.
• Verify supplier certifications and quality documentation packages.
• Maintain material traceability and control of accepted, rejected, and quarantined material.
• Support AQL sampling plans and Skip Lot inspection processes.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and quality audits.

CMM Programmer / Operator

• Determine inspection requirements from customer and internal drawings.
• Create, edit, validate, and execute CMM programs.
• Perform dimensional inspections utilizing CMM equipment.
• Apply GD&T principles during part inspection and evaluation.
• Maintain inspection records and measurement data.
• Support calibration activities and equipment maintenance.
• Train team members on CMM programming and operation.
• Conduct finished product inspections using hand gauges and measurement systems.
• Support cross-functional quality and manufacturing activities as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Receiving Inspection

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 3-5 years of experience in receiving inspection, dimensional inspection, manufacturing quality, or related fields.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Working knowledge of:
• Calipers
• Micrometers
• Height gauges
• Optical measurement equipment
• Basic understanding of GD&T.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

CMM Programming & Inspection

• Strong experience developing inspection programs using CMM Manager or equivalent software.
• Strong proficiency reading engineering drawings.
• Strong proficiency interpreting GD&T standards.
• 4-8 years of CMM inspection experience.
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds.
• Ability to pass vision and color perception testing.

Preferred Qualifications

• Aerospace, defense, automotive, medical device, or other regulated manufacturing experience.
• Experience with AS9100 and/or ISO 9001 quality systems.
• Advanced GD&T knowledge.
• Experience with:
• CMM systems
• Smart Scope
• Optical comparators
• Vision measurement systems
• Profilometers
• SAP Quality Management (QM) experience.
• First Article Inspection (FAI) and AS9102 experience.
• Knowledge of AQL sampling and Skip Lot methodologies.
• Experience reviewing:
• Certificates of Conformance (CoC)
• Material Certifications
• Special Process Certifications
• Supplier Quality Documentation
• Familiarity with MRB and nonconforming material processes.
• TSPACE Plus Portable Measuring Arm programming and operation experience (2-3+ years preferred).
• Flexibility to work overtime and weekends as needed.

Key Competencies

• Attention to Detail
• Technical Drawing Interpretation
• GD&T Expertise
• Inspection Accuracy
• Problem Solving
• Documentation Discipline
• Team Collaboration
• Communication Skills
• Time Management
• Quality Mindset

Benefits offered to vary by the contract. Depending on your temporary assignment, benefits may include direct deposit, free career counseling services, 401(k), select paid holidays, short-term disability insurance, skills training, employee referral bonus, affordable medical coverage plan, and DailyPay (in some locations).

Job Requirements

Minimum Security Clearance: No Clearance

Military connected talent encouraged to apply.

VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance