Quality Inspection Technician

Butler America Aerospace L.L.C.; Monroe (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace firm in Monroe, NC is seeking a Quality Inspection Technician to oversee quality inspections of Additively Manufactured components. Responsibilities include performing inspections, managing metrology equipment, and coordinating quality processes. Candidates must have at least 4 years of relevant experience and a degree or equivalent experience, with proficiency in advanced metrology techniques. This position offers a compensation range of $29-34 per hour, along with benefits including 401K and medical coverage.

Benefits

401K

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Sick leave

Qualifications

• U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, permanent resident, refugee, or asylee).
• Minimum of 4 years relevant experience or 6 years without a degree.
• Experience with quality management system documentation and SOPs.

Responsibilities

• Perform quality inspections using advanced metrology inspection techniques.
• Manage the installation and setup of new inspection equipment.
• Coordinate outsourced inspection activities and act as primary contact.

Skills

Metrology inspection techniques

Inspection software

Strong communication skills

Education

AA/AS degree or University Degree in a related field

Tools

3D Scanner

CMM

Job description

Quality Inspection Technician

Location: Monroe, NC

Job ID: #71477

Pay Range: $29-34

Seeking a Quality Inspection Technician for its Monroe, NC Additive Manufacturing facility. This role will serve as the primary quality inspector for the site and perform metrology inspections for Additively Manufactured components to ensure adherence to quality standards and product specifications. The role also involves managing the day-to-day operations in the metrology lab, maintaining inspection equipment, and supporting various quality assurance and control processes.

What You Will Do:

• Perform quality inspections for receiving, in-process, and final inspections of Additively Manufactured components using advanced metrology inspection techniques (3D Scanner, CMM, etc.).
• Manage the installation, setup, and qualification of new inspection equipment, ensuring quality standards are met.
• Coordinate, review, and approve outsourced inspection activities to ensure results meet internal quality standards and customer requirements. Act as the primary contact for external inspection providers.
• Perform First Article Inspections (FAI).
• Conduct Measurement System Analysis (Gauge R&R, etc.).
• Operate and maintain all metrology equipment and support preventative maintenance programs. Support calibration management activities as directed.
• Coordinate with manufacturers or outside vendors for troubleshooting, maintenance, and calibration of metrology equipment.
• Make acceptance/rejection decisions and report findings not covered in inspection procedures for further evaluation.
• Record notifications of non-conformance, quarantine non-conforming products, and support containment activities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including material science, engineering, and planning to support testing and documentation.
• Support product requirements reviews and inspection planning with Quality Engineering.
• Assist in inventory control of consumables and monitor shelf-life as directed.
• Crosstrain on mechanical testing equipment for secondary testing support in the metallurgical lab.
• Follow and maintain work instructions, procedures, and standard work within the site's Quality Management System (QMS).
• Execute operations according to ERP and MES systems (SAP and Solumina) to track production and ensure compliance with requirements.
• Attend occasional Zoom meetings outside regular hours for global collaboration.

Qualifications:

• Typically requires an AA/AS degree or a University Degree in a related field, with minimum 4 years of relevant experience; or 6 years of relevant experience without a degree.
• U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, permanent resident, refugee, or asylee) or eligible for necessary export authorizations.
• At least 4 years of experience in a production environment following detailed inspection plans and work instructions.
• Experience with advanced metrology inspection techniques (3D Scanner, CMM, etc.).
• Proficiency with inspection software and data collection systems.
• Knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Experience with precision inspection tools and calibration processes.
• Strong communication skills for cross-functional collaboration.
• Experience with Quality Management System documentation and SOPs.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2+ years of experience with AS9100 or ISO 9001 standards.
• Experience with CMM programming, nonconformance investigations, SPC, ERP, and metallurgical lab testing.

Additional Information: US Citizen and US Person candidates permitted.

Benefits provided: 401K, medical, dental, vision, sick leave as applicable by law.

Butler America Aerospace, LLC. is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or other protected characteristics. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. Contact HR at [e-mail] for assistance.