Job Title: Quality Inspector (Manufacturing / AS9100)

Pen Mfg; Anaheim (CA); Sur place; USD 60 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Pen Manufacturing in Anaheim, CA is seeking a detail-oriented Quality Inspector with AS9100 knowledge to inspect materials, components, and finished products to ensure compliance with customer requirements and drawings.

You will work with Production, Engineering, and Quality teams, perform incoming, in-process, and final inspections, use calipers, micrometers, height gauges, CMM reports, and help maintain calibration and quality records.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent; technical certification or associate degree preferred.
• Minimum 3–5 years in quality inspection within manufacturing.
• AS9100-certified environment experience is required.
• Strong blueprint reading, GD&T, and inspection technique knowledge.
• Proficient with precision measuring instruments and inspection tools.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems and quality software is a plus.

Responsabilités

• Perform incoming, in-process, and final inspections of manufactured products and components.
• Verify conformity to engineering drawings, specifications, and customer requirements.
• Maintain accurate inspection records and quality documentation.
• Review certificates of conformity, material certifications, and inspection reports.
• Ensure compliance with AS9100, ISO 9001, and internal procedures.
• Support audits and assist in corrective/preventive actions.

Connaissances

Blueprint reading

GD&T

Inspection techniques

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Independent work

Formation

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical certification or associate degree preferred

AS9100 Internal Auditor training (preferred)

Outils

Calipers

Micrometers

Height gauges

Bore gauges

CMM reports

Description du poste

Job Title: Quality Inspector (Manufacturing / AS9100)

About Pen Manufacturing

Pen Manufacturing is a prominent player in the sheet metal fabrication industry, renowned for delivering precision-engineered solutions. We are a fast growing and fast paced manufacturing company. Committed to quality and innovation, we are seeking an experienced General Manager to lead our sheet metal manufacturing processes.

Position Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Quality Inspector with a strong background in manufacturing and working knowledge of AS9100 Quality Management Systems . The Quality Inspector will be responsible for inspecting materials, components, and finished products to ensure compliance with customer requirements, engineering specifications, industry standards, and company quality procedures. The ideal candidate will have experience in aerospace, defense, or precision manufacturing environments and a commitment to maintaining the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform incoming, in-process, and final inspections of manufactured products and components.
• Verify product conformity to engineering drawings, specifications, work instructions, and customer requirements.
• Conduct dimensional inspections using precision measuring equipment including calipers, micrometers, height gauges, bore gauges, and CMM reports.
• Review manufacturing documentation, certificates of conformity, material certifications, and inspection reports.
• Ensure compliance with AS9100, ISO 9001, customer requirements, and internal quality procedures.
• Identify and document non-conforming materials and products; initiate corrective action processes as required.
• Support root cause analysis and corrective/preventive action activities.
• Maintain accurate inspection records and quality documentation.
• Participate in internal audits and support external customer and regulatory audits.
• Work closely with Production, Engineering, and Quality teams to resolve quality-related issues.
• Monitor process compliance and recommend quality improvements.
• Ensure proper calibration status of inspection equipment before use.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical certification or associate degree preferred.
• Minimum 3-5 years of Quality Inspection experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience working within an AS9100-certified organization required.
• Strong understanding of blueprint reading, GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing), and inspection techniques.
• Proficient with precision measuring instruments and inspection tools.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Knowledge of quality tools, non-conformance reporting, and corrective action processes.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems and quality management software is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Aerospace or defense manufacturing experience.
• AS9100 Internal Auditor training or certification.
• Experience with First Article Inspection (FAI) per AS9102.
• Familiarity with CMM reports and inspection processes.
• Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement experience.
• Attention to Detail
• Problem Solving
• Quality Focus
• Integrity and Accountability
• Communication Skills

Working Conditions

• Standing, walking, and performing inspections for extended periods.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally.
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.

Salary Range: Competitive and commensurate with experience.