Quality Assurance & Calibration inspector

Airbus; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Quality Assurance Inspector to ensure the highest standards in aerospace manufacturing. This role involves detailed inspections of sheet metal parts and kits, creating essential documentation for customer installations, and maintaining calibration registers. The ideal candidate will have a keen eye for detail, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. Join a team committed to quality and innovation, and contribute to the future of sustainable aerospace solutions.

Qualifications

• 5 years in detailed parts inspection preferred.
• Knowledge of special processes like heat treat and painting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections of parts for accuracy and completeness.
• Create tags and release certificates for passed parts.
• Participate in root cause investigations for quality issues.

Skills

Ability to read blue prints

Basic computer skills

Ability to use precision measuring equipment

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Problem solving skills

Multitasking and prioritization

Education

High school Diploma or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Precision measuring equipment

Job description

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Quality Assurance & Calibration inspector

Apply locations Fort Erie time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id JR10324348

Job Description:

The Quality Assurance Inspector reports to the Supervisor, Manufacturing Quality and is responsible for receiving inspection, intermediate inspection and Final inspection of Sheet Metal parts and Kits. In this position, the Quality Assurance Inspector creates permission letters that allow customers to install kits on specific aircraft serial number and provide customer tracking for continuing airworthiness. The Quality Assurance Inspector is also responsible for creating an Authorized Release Certificates and QA release documentation.

Primary Position Responsibilities:

1. Detailed Parts Inspector:
   1. The QA Inspector will retrieve parts from the incoming rack (This applies to receiving, intermediate and Final inspections).
   2. Using vision and measurements, inspect parts for accuracy and completeness according to drawing and work order (visual defects, scratches, cracks).
   3. If part passes inspection, create tags in SAP and Transport Canada Authorized Release Certificate, for detailed parts.
   4. If part doesn’t pass, the QA Inspector will issue an NC and conduct Containment on affected parts.
   5. Complete FAI reports per the requirements of AS9102.
   6. Meet the daily/ weekly Inspection KPI as set for the teams.
   7. Undergo all applicable mandatory training as required to maintain the Inspection Authorities.
   8. Participate in root cause and problem solving investigations as required for CARs, NCs, Audit findings etc.
   9. Conduct Containment on affected parts.
2. Kit Inspections:
   1. The QA Inspector will retrieve from incoming rack.
   2. Separate parts (picked and delivered from warehouse) and place into individual kits. Input data (lot numbers, traceability) onto packing slip/ Kit List.
   3. Verify work order and drawing package are accurate and current.
   4. Create tag and/or Authorized Release Certificate for all completed kits with all pertinent information.
   5. Package completed kits individually and submit to warehouse with work order tear-off.
   6. Complete FAI reports per the requirements of AS9102.
   7. Meet the daily/ weekly Inspection KPI as set for the teams.
   8. Undergo all applicable mandatory training as required to maintain the Inspection Authorities.
   9. Participate in root cause and problem solving investigations as required for CARs, NCs, Audit findings etc.
3. Create Permission Letter:
   1. Input information supplied by CSR, or planner, and information with individual kit (STC’s).
   2. Ensure the kit is current and valid for model type of aircraft.
   3. Permission letters are to allow customers to install kits on specific aircraft serial number and provide customer tracking for continuing airworthiness.
4. Create Authorized Release Certificate (Sales Order):
   1. Ensure part information is entered on computer generated form, as well as other pertinent information.
   2. Undergo all applicable mandatory training as required to maintain the Inspection Authorities.
5. Calibration:
   1. Maintain the site Calibration Register.
   2. Create Monthly / Weekly Recall lists and be accountable for the retrieval of gauges for calibration.
   3. Responsible for the co-ordination of calibration efforts by third party calibration providers with Procurement support.
   4. Ensure detailed review of the calibration reports and initiate any Calibration Deviation Reports based on failures identified by the calibration service provider.
   5. On site calibration support for some handheld equipment.
   6. Participate in root cause and problem solving investigations as required for CARs, NCs, Audit findings etc.

Position Requirements:

Education:

• High school Diploma or equivalent.

Experience:

• 5 years involvement in the inspection of detailed parts is preferred.
• 2 years knowledge of special processes (ex. Heat treat, chemical conversions, painting, metrology) is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, Demonstrated Capabilities:

• Ability to read blue prints.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to use precision measuring equipment.
• Attention to detail.
• Able to work in a team environment.
• Problem solving skills.
• Ability to multitask and set priorities.

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company:

Airbus Helicopters Canada Ltd

Employment Type: Fixed term

Experience Level: Entry Level

Job Family: Quality Inspection

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Airbus pioneers sustainable aerospace for a safe and united world. The Company constantly innovates to provide efficient and technologically-advanced solutions in aerospace, defence, and connected services. In commercial aircraft, Airbus offers modern and fuel-efficient airliners and associated services. Airbus is also a European leader in defence and security and one of the world's leading space businesses. In helicopters, Airbus provides the most efficient civil and military rotorcraft solutions and services worldwide.

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