Inspector Trainee

Patriot Machine, Inc.; Saint Charles (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life/disability insurance

401(k) with employer contributions

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Job summary

Patriot Machine, Inc. in St. Charles, Missouri, seeks entry-level inspectors to learn in-process and final inspection of aircraft parts. Responsibilities include using precision measuring instruments, performing various inspections, and maintaining accurate records.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, willing to learn, and must have at least a high school education. Patriot Machine offers a robust benefits package, including health, dental, vision, life/disability, and a 401(k) plan with employer contributions.

Qualifications

• Basic ability to read machined part drawings required.
• Attention to detail and dedication for excellence.
• Self-starter willing to learn and collaborate.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and/or layout parts with precision measuring instruments.
• Perform first article, in process, receiving, and final inspections.
• Identify and control nonconforming material and support corrective actions.

Skills

Attention to detail

Collaboration

Reading machined part drawings

Education

High School education or equivalent

Trade School or equivalent experience

Tools

Micrometer

Calipers

Job description

A comprehensive program where entry level inspectors will learn in process and final inspection of all types of aircraft parts, the documentation of inspection records, identifying and controlling nonconforming material, and supporting Root Cause and Corrective Action.

Program Training Includes

• Inspect and/or layout parts, with precision measuring instruments
• Perform first article, in process, receiving, and final inspections of manufactured parts and assemblies
• Identify and acceptance parts that are conforming to required specifications
• Interpret blueprint and technical specifications related to manufactured parts
• Identify and control nonconforming material, and support Root Cause, and Corrective Actions
• Perform in process audits of parts in the manufacturing process
• Calibrate and maintain precision measuring tools
• Maintain and organize inspection records in company files
• Verify the accuracy of measurements documented on SPC data sheets
• Work with customer source inspectors

Requirements

• Applicant must be a U.S. Person
• Minimum High School education or equivalent
• Basic ability to read machined part drawings required
• Attention to detail and dedication for excellence
• A self-starter willing to learn and collaborate

Preferred Requirements

• Trade School or equivalent experience preferred
• Machining background preferred
• Knowledge of GD&T preferred
• Basic knowledge of proper inspection tools such as a micrometer and calipers preferred

Company Profile

Patriot Machine, Inc. is a technologically advanced aerospace manufacturer headquartered in St. Charles, Missouri. We supply complex structural parts and assemblies made from aluminum, titanium and steel to America’s largest aircraft manufacturers. Our culture of innovation and continuous improvement attracts skilled workers who are looking for a challenge. We offer opportunities to learn, grow and help shape the future of aerospace by applying innovative approaches to problem-solving.

Patriot Machine is a woman-owned business currently consisting of over 190 employees and 277,000 square feet of manufacturing and office space. We recently expanded into a new advanced manufacturing facility with ample space for further growth. We provide employees the opportunity to work alongside industry experts at an ultramodern manufacturing company.

Patriot Machine offers an excellent benefits package including health, dental, vision, life/disability, 401(k) with employer contributions, paid vacation and holidays.