Quality Assurance - QC Inspector 1st shift

Chromalloy; Windsor (CT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Chromalloy Corp. is seeking a QC Inspector in Windsor, CT to inspect aerospace components and assemblies throughout the manufacturing process.

You will verify conformance to engineering specs, customer requirements, and quality standards, performing dimensional and visual inspections and documenting results. The role involves reading blueprints, engine manuals, and technical docs; using micrometers, calipers, gauges and other precision tools; and communicating findings with Operations,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Read and interpret blueprints, specifications, engine manuals and manufacturing docs.
• Experience with precision measuring equipment and documentation of results.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify defects/nonconformances.
• English communication skills to read work instructions and report findings.

Responsibilities

• Perform dimensional and visual inspections of aerospace components and assemblies.
• Read and interpret blueprints, specifications, engine manuals, and technical documentation.
• Verify products meet engineering, customer, and regulatory requirements.
• Use precision measuring instruments including micrometers, calipers, verniers, gauges, and measuring tapes.
• Document inspection results and create quality records to verify product conformity.
• Identify, document, and segregate nonconforming products.
• Recommend process adjustments when quality issues are identified.
• Communicate inspection findings with Operations, Engineering, and Quality teams.
• Perform product audits to verify manufacturing processes consistently produce conforming hardware.
• Maintain accurate inspection records and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Dimensional inspection

Visual inspection

Blueprint interpretation

Precision measuring tools

Quality documentation

Nonconformances handling

Process improvement

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Verniers

Gages

Job description

Job Summary

We’re looking for a QC Inspector to inspect aerospace components and assemblies throughout the manufacturing process to ensure compliance with engineering specifications, customer requirements, and quality standards. This role performs dimensional and visual inspections, reviews technical documentation, and creates quality records that verify product conformity.

Work That Matters

At Chromalloy, your work directly supports aviation safety and reliability. Our teams repair and manufacture critical aerospace components used across the global aviation industry. What you do here has real-world impact—every day.

Shift

1st shift, Monday-Friday 6:30a-3:00p

What You’ll Be Doing

• Perform dimensional and visual inspections of aerospace components and assemblies.
• Read and interpret blueprints, specifications, engine manuals, and technical documentation.
• Verify products meet engineering, customer, and regulatory requirements.
• Use precision measuring instruments including micrometers, calipers, verniers, gauges, and measuring tapes.
• Document inspection results and create quality records to verify product conformity.
• Identify, document, and segregate nonconforming products.
• Recommend process adjustments when quality issues are identified.
• Communicate inspection findings with Operations, Engineering, and Quality teams.
• Perform product audits to verify manufacturing processes consistently produce conforming hardware.
• Maintain accurate inspection records and support continuous improvement initiatives.

What We’re Looking For

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
• Ability to clearly communicate in English, including speaking, reading, writing, and understanding work instructions.
• Dimensional and visual inspection experience on aviation, aerospace, airframe, powerplant, avionics, or related components is preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, engine manuals, specifications, and manufacturing documentation.
• Experience using precision measuring and inspection equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify defects and nonconformances.
• Ability to accurately document inspection results and quality findings.
• Strong problem-solving skills and sound judgment.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Nice to Have

• Associate degree in an aviation-related field.
• FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) certification.
• Aerospace manufacturing, MRO, or component inspection experience.
• Experience performing quality audits and process verification activities.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Manufacturing and inspection environment with exposure to production operations and aerospace components.
• Regular standing, walking, reaching, and handling of parts during inspection activities.
• Frequent use of precision measuring equipment and computer systems.
• Close vision, depth perception, and attention to detail required for inspection activities.
• Required to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) when working in production areas.
• NAS 410 visual acuity certification