Quality Assurance Inspector II

Click Bond; Carson City (NV); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Click Bond, Inc. is seeking an experienced Quality Inspector to verify conformance of internal and procured parts against engineering drawings and procedures. You’ll ensure compliance with AS9100/ISO standards and prepare inspection records, certifications, and non-conformance documentation.

You will operate measurement equipment, participate in FAI activities, and help train new staff. The role requires strong GD&T knowledge, SPC familiarity, and proficiency with ERP/MRP systems.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in quality inspection or related position.
• 3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• GD&T reading proficiency.
• Audit training or experience.
• ASQ CQI certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Use inspection devices to verify conformance with drawings, PO's, and specs.
• Set up and operate Retina automated inspection system.
• Produce inspection reports and certificates of compliance.
• Stamp approval for procured/internal product and shipping docs.
• Produce reports of traceability and certificates of compliance.
• Assist in creating inspection plans and inspection report forms.
• Train new employees and level 1 inspectors.
• Perform First Article, In-Process, Final and Shipping inspections.
• Coordinate audits and training in AS9162 Operator Self-Verification Programs.
• XRF material analysis and non-conformance management.

Skills

AS9100/ISO9001

SPC knowledge

GD&T reading

Quality inspection

6-Sigma/Lean

Auditing experience

Communication

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Audit training/experience

GD&T certification

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Outlook

ERP/MRP software

Manufacturing software

Retina inspection system

Caliper/Micrometer/Optical devices

Job description

Inspects and measures internally manufactured parts or procured products using various measurement equipment to verify compliance with Click Bond and/or customer furnished engineering drawings and procedures. Ensure quality production of products consistent with established standards and specifications including, but not limited to, AS9100 / ISO 9001/ ISO14001. Completes inspection records, Physical and Chemical certifications, performs AS9102 FAI’s, and non-conformance documentation. Makes entries in Click Bond ERP/MRP system. Verifies all documentation is complete and without errors prior to parts being shipped to external customers. Interacts with both internal and external customers in a polite courteous manner. Trains new employees, level 1 employees and other personnel as needed. Assists in discovering root causes and helps develop corrective action to prevent reoccurrence.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Use inspection devices (micrometer, caliper, optical measurement equipment) to determine product conformance with engineering drawings, purchase orders and associated specifications.
• Setup and operation of Retina automated inspection system.
• Produce reports of inspection acceptance or non-conformance and make appropriate computer entries.
• Stamp mark of approval for procured product, internally produced product, or appropriate shipping documentation.
• Produce reports of traceability and certificates of compliance.
• Test materials as necessary
• Assists with the creation of inspection plans and inspection report forms.
• Assist in training new employees and level 1 inspectors.
• Help in the creation on control plans and inspection plans.
• Create AS9102 FAI’s
• Communicate and work with internal customers.
• Occasional use of the forklift
• Developing root cause analysis and corrective actions using 5-Why and/or 8D
• Perform First shot, In Process, Final and Shipping inspections.
• Coordinates, trains, and audits production technicians in the Certified Manufacturing Inspector program compliant with AS9162 Aerospace Operator Self-Verification Programs.
• XRF material analysis
• Proficient in the management of product in the non-conformance process.
• Report immediately all suspicious and hazardous conditions to a supervisor.
• Understand and observe all safety guidelines and assure quality and safety by complying with all appropriate CB policies and procedures.
• Assist in maintaining clean, orderly, and hazard free work areas.
• Able to work with minimal supervision, be a self-starter and be detail oriented.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Has knowledge of SPC (Statistical Process Control) and basic statistical methods.
• Experience with AS9102 FAI (First Article Inspection)
• Understanding of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance), Certification required
• Speaks clearly and confidently in all situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions.
• Writes clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar; presents numerical data effectively.
• Able to read and interpret engineering drawings including, procedures and written information.
• Exhibits sound and accurate judgment and includes appropriate people in decision-making process.
• Consistently at work and on time.
• Follows; keeps commitments.
• Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person of an alternate plan.
• Written and verbal instructions, responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as aerospace procedures, engineering requirements, safety rules, and quality assurance manual.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• To perform this job successfully, an individual should have basic computer navigation skills as well as experience with MS Word, Excel, Outlook, ERP/MRP inventory software and manufacturing software.
• Experience with 6-Sigma and Lean Manufacturing principles
• Experience with the NCR process and non-conformances
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking, problem solving and organizational skills.
• Read and understand control plans and inspection plans.
• Excellent communication skills with a customer focused mindset.
• Proficient at performing In Process Inspections, Final Inspections, and dimensional inspections and other attributes utilizing inspection devices (such as micrometer, caliper, optical measurement equipment, etc.)
• Forklift experience and/or certification preferred.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes including but not limited to F-Nams, Injection Molding, Compression Molding, CNC’s, Composites, paint processes, passivation and Assembly depending on the area assigned.
• Ability to write and read English.

Education And Experience

• 2 years of experience in quality inspection or related position required.
• 3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment
• High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (G.E.D.) required.
• Has been through audit training or 1-year equivalent audit experience.
• 1 year experience reading GD&T drawings or GD&T certification required.
• Certifications from professional organizations (i.e., ASQ CQI (Certified Quality Inspector) are preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Regularly required to use hands and finger, to handle or feel product for burrs or surface finish.
• Frequently required to stand; reach with hands and arms.
• Occasionally required to walk; sit and stoop, bend, kneel or crouch.
• Frequently required to lift and/or move up to 35 pounds, occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Close vision, color vision and ability to adjust focus, occasional microscope work is required.

Click Bond Way – Key Attributes

• Communicates respectfully to all team members, vendors, and visitors.
• Models a positive attitude.
• Actively listens to others and supports the team environment.
• Asks questions and learns from mistakes.
• Executes tasks with minimal errors in a timely and efficient manner.
• Attendance is consistent and meets or exceeds company standards.

Click Bond is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information or any other protected classification.

Click Bond complies with federal and state disability laws. Click Bond will provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact Nancy Rodriguez, Director, People Operations at 775.885.8000 ext. 1245 or email: [e-mail]