Mechanical Inspector

East/West Industries Inc., USA; Town of Islip (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability

Aflac Voluntary benefits

PTO

10 Paid Holidays

Flexible Spending Accounts

401(k) with matching

Pet Insurance

9/80 schedule

Job summary

East/West Industries Inc., USA, headquartered in Ronkonkoma, NY, is seeking a Mechanical Inspector to uphold quality during incoming, in-process, and finished goods inspections. The role collaborates with a QC team under the Inspection Supervisor to ensure conformance to print specs and Mil-Specs.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of inspector experience, strong GD&T and measurement skills, and familiarity with AS9102 first article procedures.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Mechanical Inspector experience preferred.
• Experience documenting first piece and first article inspection results IAW AS9102.
• Able to read drawings and blueprints, Mil-Specs, and related documents.

Responsibilities

• Inspect incoming materials against specifications; reject nonconforming items.
• Inspect in-process production; communicate adjustments to production supervisor.
• Inspect finished products; return for rework and confirm rework.
• Verify conformance to print specs, Mil-Specs, quality standards and AS9100.
• Document inspection results through reports and logs; input data into quality database.
• Perform mathematical measurements from blueprints and compare to specs.
• Verify supplier products meet quality standards.
• Approve first piece for production.
• Check ongoing jobs to ensure machine settings and operator accuracy.
• Maintain and calibrate measuring equipment; request repairs when needed.
• Suggest improvements to inspection procedures and work instructions.
• Maintain a safe and healthy work environment.

Skills

Reading drawings

Mil-Specs knowledge

Measuring equipment

GD&T knowledge

CMM/OGP experience

Shop math

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Vocational training

Tools

Net-Inspect

Micrometers

Calipers

Height gauges

Optical comparators

Job description

Job Summary

The Mechanical Inspector is responsible for maintaining quality standards by approving incoming materials, in-process production, and finished products and recording quality results. Responsible for checking the raw materials and parts that make up the finished goods and assemblies. The Mechanical Inspector works within a team of other Quality Control professionals. Work assignments are given by the Inspection Supervisor.

Essential Functions

• Inspects incoming materials by confirming specifications, conducts visual and measurement tests, rejects unacceptable materials.
• Inspects in-process production by confirming specifications, conducts visual and measurement tests, communicates required adjustments to production supervisor.
• Inspects finished products by confirming specifications, conducts visual and measurement tests, returns products for rework, confirms rework.
• Uses a variety of methods to ensure that the product manufactured in-house, or purchased meets print specifications, Mil-Specs, quality standards, and AS9100 requirements.
• Documents inspection results by completing reports and logs; inputs data into quality database.
• Makes mathematical calculations to measure parts and compares the measurements to blueprints.
• Verifies that purchased products from suppliers conform to company quality standards.
• Approves first piece manufactured for production.
• Checks various jobs in progress to ensure that machine settings have not changed or that the operator has not made any errors.
• Keeps measurement equipment operating by following operating instructions, maintains calibration system, calls for repairs when necessary.
• Contributes to improvement of inspection procedures and work instructions.
• Maintains safe and healthy work environment by following standards and procedures.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship Required.
• High School Diploma or equivalent, or relevant vocational training preferred.
• Minimum of five (5) years of Mechanical Inspector experience preferred, or equivalent proven skills and expertise.
• Experience documenting first piece and first article inspection results IAW AS9102. Knowledge of Net-Inspect a plus.
• Capable of reading and interpreting drawings and blueprints, Mil-Specs, and related documents.
• Skilled in using various measuring equipment including micrometers, protractors, calipers, height gages, and optical comparators.
• Knowledge of GD&T, preferred.
• CMM and OGP experience, preferred.
• Strong knowledge of shop math.

General Physical Requirements

• Standing, sitting, stooping, bending, grasping, holding, reaching, pushing and pulling are generally required to perform the functions of this position on a regular basis.
• Ability to pass yearly vision tests for color and acuity, if required.
• Ability to safely lift 50 pounds.

Salary Range

$25 to $33 per hour.

This estimated range represents a good faith projection of what we believe is a competitive compensation range for this position. Please understand that the offered salary will be determined based on factors such as the applicant's credentials, experiences, and the specific requirements of the role, as well as potential internal equity and external market considerations. We do not customarily hire at the top end of the range. East/West adheres to pay transparency and equity principles and strives to remain competitive within the market. We welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply. The full compensation package will be shared and discussed during the hiring process.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability
• Aflac Voluntary benefits (Critical Illness, Accident, Hospital, STD)
• PTO (3 weeks accrued first year!)
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) with matching
• Pet Insurance
• 9/80 work schedule (Every other Friday off)

Job Title

Mechanical Inspector

Reports To

Quality Manager

Job Type

Full time

FLSA Classification

Non-exempt (hourly)

EOE / Disability / Veteran

EAST/WEST INDUSTRIES INC. is a woman-owned small business located in Ronkonkoma, NY. We are a world leader in the development and production of aircraft seats and life support systems for high-performance military aircraft, and ground support equipment for servicing such aircraft.