Quality Inspector - Defense Manufacturing (AS9100)

Rheinmetall

Slidell (LA)

On-site

USD 52,000 - 76,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Job summary

American Rheinmetall is seeking a detail-oriented Quality Inspector for contract work in the Slidell, LA area. You will perform in-process inspections, test coatings and finishes, verify documentation, and ensure conformance to MIL-SPEC and AS9100 standards.

Role requires GD&T proficiency, use of precision measuring tools, and collaboration with engineering and production teams to resolve quality issues.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required; technical training preferred.
1 year of experience in quality inspection/QA in manufacturing.
Familiarity with DoD, MIL-SPEC, ISO 9001, AS9100 quality standards.

Responsibilities

Perform in-process inspections and measurements per quality requirements.
Conduct visual inspections of painted parts across lines to ensure specs.
Test parts during Painting and Conversion Coating processes (temperature, thickness, adhesion, pH).
Verify required paperwork, documentation, and certifications at workstations.
Interpret blueprints and GD&T for machined components.
Use precision measuring tools to complete dimensional reports.
Support containment actions for nonconformances and drive CAPA/SPC efforts.
Collaborate with engineering/production on quality issues and improvements.
Ensure equipment calibration and maintenance; conduct regular checks.