Quality Control Inspector (CMM)

Verus Aerospace; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Verus Aerospace is seeking a Quality Inspector to inspect finished and in-process parts and assemblies, ensuring they meet customer requirements before delivery.

The role involves evaluating drawings, planning reports, and vendor-supplied materials, with emphasis on NCRs, traceability, and AS9100-aligned processes. The candidate will work in a fast-paced aerospace environment, emphasizing safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Must have strong reading of plans, drawings, and specifications.
• Experience with first article inspections and documentation.
• Knowledge of AS9100 or similar quality systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Inspect finished or in-process parts and assemblies for acceptance or rejection.
• Inspect purchased parts and materials as received from vendors or subcontractors.
• Review engineering documents and drawings to determine product parameters.
• Ensure documentation completeness and traceability per quality system requirements.
• Generate NCRs and assist root cause analysis and corrective actions.

Skills

Reading blueprints

Analytical thinking

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Quality control

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

2+ years college preferred

CQI designation a plus

Tools

Verisurf Software

Faro Arm

MS Office

Job description

The Quality Inspector role is responsible for performing inspection to all products and ensure they meet the quality standards per customer requirement before they are delivered.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Inspects finished or in-process fabricated or mechanical parts, equipment and assemblies of a complex nature and determines acceptance or rejection
• Performs inspection of purchased parts, materials, components, and equipment as materials are received from operators, vendors, or subcontractors.
• Examine plans, engineering documents, part lists, drawings, etc. to determine product parameters.
• Review documentation for completeness, accuracy, and traceability in accordance with AS9100 and internal quality system requirements
• Understand Solid model CAD and Experience with Verisurf software. Perform first article inspections and generate detailed reports
• Verify first article inspection and/or in-process inspection samples to the full requirements of drawings.
• Generate and process nonconformance reports (NCRs) and assist in root cause and corrective action activities
• Assist in the training of less experienced inspectors.
• Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Adapts to changes in the work environment; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent changes, delays, or unexpected events.
• Ensure all inspection activities comply with 6S, safety, and housekeeping standards to promote a clean and organized work environment
• Exposure to manufacturing environments including moving machinery, cutting fluids, metal shavings, vibration, and varying noise levels from moderate to loud
• Always Work safely and report any unsafe conditions or injuries to your supervisor or Manager immediately.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education, Experience, Knowledge, and Skills:

• 2+years college preferred; combination of education and work experience may be equivalent.
• Preferred Experience: Programs/Operates Faro Arm (Articulating Arm), or similar, using Verisurf Software
• High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED); and three years related experience.
• Must have 3+ yearsaerospace manufacturing metal experience.
• 2+ years manufacturing quality control inspection experience; CQI designation a plus.
• Possesses good reading and math skills.
• Strong technical aptitude and willingness to learn.
• Basic computer skills; knowledge of MS Office and Excel.
• Ability to read, understand, and apply contractual requirements, standards, specifications, blueprints, mylars, job travelers, governmental regulations, or technical procedures.
• Have a positive attitude when working with internal and external customers in the workplace.
• Ability to interpret an extensive variety of instructions and deal with several variables in work situations.
• Ability to work as a team in fast paced production environment andcross-training duties.
• Excellent documentation and record-keeping abilities.