Quality Inspector

Collins Manufacturing Company; Macon (GA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Ontario Trillium Foundation is looking for a meticulous Quality Control Inspector located in Macon, Georgia. The candidate will conduct inspections and prepare First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs) while ensuring compliance with AS9100 quality system standards. Key tasks include documenting nonconformities, maintaining inspection records, and utilizing precision measuring equipment. The role requires a strong focus on detail and a commitment to the high standards of the aerospace industry.

Qualifications

• Strong experience with AS9100 and FAIRs.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Experience performing in-process and final inspections.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-process, final, and receiving inspections using appropriate tools.
• Prepare, review, and validate FAIRs.
• Maintain accurate inspection records and support audits.

Skills

Attention to detail

Experience with AS9100

FAIRs preparation

Use of precision measuring tools

Tools

CMM

Calipers

Micrometers

Height gauges

Job description

We are seeking a detail-oriented Quality Control Inspector with strong experience in AS9100 quality management systems and First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs) in accordance with AS9102. The ideal candidate has a sharp eye for precision, a commitment to accuracy, and a proactive approach to ensuring products meet strict aerospace standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform in-process, final, and receiving inspections using appropriate tools and measurement equipment.
• Prepare, review, and validate First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs) per AS9102 requirements.
• Ensure compliance with AS9100 quality system standards and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, GD&T symbols, and customer requirements.
• Document nonconformities and collaborate with Engineering/Production to resolve quality issues.
• Maintain accurate inspection records and support internal and external audits.
• Verify material certifications, supplier documentation, and traceability requirements.
• Use precision measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, height gauges, CMM, and other metrology tools.
• Participate in root-cause analysis and corrective-action processes (8D, 5 Whys, etc.).