Quality Control Inspector

Astronics; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9/80 schedule

No weekend shifts

Full benefits

401(k) match

Profit sharing

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Paid holidays

Job summary

Luminescent Systems in East Aurora, NY, is seeking a meticulous Quality Control Inspector to verify product conformity and support aerospace production. You will conduct thorough final inspections, document results, and ensure all records are complete before release.

This role emphasizes precision, teamwork, and adherence to quality standards. Ideal candidates bring a high school diploma, at least 2 years in quality control, and experience reading engineering drawings.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years of quality experience.
• Experience reading inspection processes and engineering drawings.
• Experience with ISO9000 or AS9100 is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Use work instructions to verify conformity of products and ensure policies and procedures are followed.
• Perform final inspections to guarantee products meet quality standards.
• Document inspections with records, reports, and forms prior to product release.
• Create non-conforming material reports and perform analysis on identified issues.
• Maintain inspection equipment and ensure calibration cycles are met.
• Identify areas for improvement and participate in continuous improvement projects.
• Label and prepare accepted products with unique device identification labels.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Communication skills

Reading drawings

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Inspection gauges

Inspection equipment

Job description

At Luminescent Systems, we’re part of a global aerospace organization dedicated to designing and delivering cutting‑edge electronic systems for commercial, business, and military aircraft. Here in East Aurora, NY, our team thrives in a culture where teamwork drives innovation and creative problem‑solving is part of everyday life. We’re united by a shared passion for engineering excellence and a commitment to building advanced systems that help shape the future of aviation.

We are looking for a meticulous and dedicated Quality Control Inspector to join our team and ensure our products meet the highest quality standards. As a Quality Control Inspector, you will play a vital role in ensuring all products meet our quality requirements before they are released for use. This is a unique opportunity to develop valuable skills and contribute to the production of top‑tier aerospace components within a dynamic and innovative environment.

What You’ll Do

• Use and interpret work instructions and associated documents to verify conformity of products, ensuing every detail meets established polices and procedures.
• Perform thorough final inspections of products to guarantee they meet all quality standards.
• Ensure all assigned inspections are properly documented, with corresponding record, reports and form accurately completed to prior product release.
• Create no conforming material reports when necessary and preform analysis, inspection, troubleshooting and testing on identified non-conforming products and components.
• Maintain all inspection equipment, ensuring it is within calibration cycles and in optimal working condition.
• Identify areas for improvement and actively participapte in continuous improvement projects to enhance product quality.
• Prepare accepted products for use by appropriately labeling and printing unique device identification labels as required.

What You Bring

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Previous quality experience of a minimum of 2 years.
• Great attention to detail, willingness to learn, follow instructions, and be part of a team
• Knowledge in all areas of inspection, including operation and maintenance of inspection equipment.
• Experience in reading inspection processes and interpreting engineering drawings.
• Experience in using gauges and inspection equipment.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Experience with ISO9000 or AS9100 Quality Systems is a plus

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Enjoy a 9/80 schedule – get every other Friday off
• No weekend shifts – your time off stays yours
• Steady work in a clean, modern facility – bright, temperature‑controlled, and organized
• Full benefits – health insurance, 401(k) match, paid time off, profit sharing, and more
• Culture of Balance & Growth – We believe in creating space for life outside of work while offering constant opportunities to sharpen your skills and grow your career.
• Impact You Can See – Our designs will fly. Literally. Work on real products for real aircraft used around the world.
• Hourly pay range:$19.00 - $25.00/hour, influenced by several factors including experience, skill set, education, certifications, market conditions, and business needs.
• Competitive rewards: Benefits start the first of the month after hire, quarterly bonus tied to company profitability, 401(k) with 3% company contribution, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid holidays (including a full Christmas week shutdown), and comprehensive health/vision/dental coverage.

Astronics LSI is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please e-mail [e-mail]; or call: 716-655-0800. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case‑by‑case basis.

Astronics Corporation (Nasdaq: ATRO) serves the world’s aerospace, defense, and other mission critical industries with proven, innovative technology solutions. Astronics works side‑by‑side with customers, integrating its array of power, connectivity, lighting, structures, interiors, and test technologies to solve complex challenges. For over 50 years, Astronics has delivered creative, customer‑focused solutions with exceptional responsiveness. Today, global airframe manufacturers, airlines, militaries, completion centers and Fortune 500 companies rely on the collaborative spirit and innovation of Astronics. The Company’s strategy is to increase its value by developing technologies and capabilities that provide innovative solutions to its targeted markets.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

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