Quality Inspector - First Piece

Enjet Aero, Llc; Newington (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Enjet Aero is seeking a Quality Inspector - First Piece to verify that machine setups produce conforming parts before continuing with the job. You will prioritize first-piece work and perform inspections using CMM equipment as needed, ensuring conformance to drawings and AS9100 requirements.

The role requires strong GD&T knowledge, blueprint reading, and experience with CMMs (PC-DMIS/Hexagon). Collaboration with production and quality teams is essential for timely resolutions.

Qualifications

• 1-3+ years aerospace/manufacturing quality inspection experience or formal training.
• Ability to read blueprints with GD&T symbols and interpretation.
• Experience operating or editing CMM programs (PC-DMIS/Hexagon).
• Ability to document inspection results clearly and communicate with production teams.
• Familiarity with AS9100/ISO9001 quality systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Complete first pieces in production order to confirm setups produce conforming parts.
• Report first piece results and communicate outcomes to machinists and supervisors.
• Re-inspect after setup changes and escalate when conformance is not achieved.
• Perform WIP or final inspections using manual methods or CMM programs.
• Set up and run existing CMM inspection programs and calibration checks.

Skills

First piece inspection

GD&T

CMM

Blueprint reading

MSA / gage R&R

Tools

PC-DMIS

Hexagon CMM

Microsoft Excel

Discus

Job description

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Quality Inspector - First Piece

Full-time Regular Newington, CT, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 2085

Enjet Aero machines and fabricates complex jet engine parts, components and assemblies for leading OEMs in the commercial, defense and general aviation sectors. Our goal is to be regarded as an irreplaceable resource by our customers. The only way for a company to meet such a goal is to consistently meet production deadlines and expectations.

Your work has a destination! Enjoy competitive pay, excellent benefits, a company profit sharing bonus plan, and more while building precision aerospace components that help aircraft fly safely around the world. Join a growing, industry-leading aerospace manufacturer where your work makes an impact and your career can take off.

Position Description:The Quality Inspector – First Piece is responsible for verifying that machine setups have produced a conforming part before the operator is released to run the balance of the job. The primary duty is to complete any first pieces that are ready, in order of production priority. Between first pieces, this position performs other inspections — work in process (WIP) or final inspection of job lots — using manual methods or existing CMM programs on the facility's automated CMM equipment, as needed based on team workload. All work verifies conformance to customer Drawings/Specifications/Standards while adhering to the Quality Policy and AS9100 requirements. Position reports to the Quality Manager and takes daily direction from lead inspectors (as applicable).

• Complete any first pieces that are ready, in order of production priority, verifying whether the machine setup has produced a conforming part before the operator is released to run the balance of the job.
• Report first piece results in a manner which fully describes the disposition of the setup piece, and communicate results directly to the machinist, setup personnel, and the responsible supervisor.
• Re-inspect following setup corrections until the setup is confirmed acceptable; elevate to lead inspectors, manufacturing Supervisor or Quality Manager when a setup cannot be brought into conformance or when direction is disputed / unclear.
• Perform other inspections — WIP or final inspection of job lots — using manual methods or existing CMM programs, as needed based on team workload.
• Set up and run existing CMM inspection programs on the facility's automated CMM equipment, including part staging and fixturing, alignment, probe selection, and probe calibration.
• Could include minor edits to existing CMM programs (alignments, probe paths, feature call-outs) under the direction of the CMM Programmer or Inspection Supervisor; elevate new or complex programming requirements to the CMM Programmer.
• Perform dimensional inspection such as length / height / distance between reference points using precision instruments such as micrometers, calipers, verniers, dial indicators, profilometers, comparators, height gages, pin gages, plug / thread gages, and / or radius gages to ensure the product meets the customer's requirements.
• Interpret Engineering Drawings/Specifications/Standards and obtain part design information, to include a good understanding and knowledge of GD&T, ANSI-Y14.5, PWA 360 & PWA 79360.
• Assess inspection / test results of parts for compliance with drawings and specifications - ensuring that only conforming product moves forward in the manufacturing process.
• Identify dimensional and visual defects; accept or reject product, identifying nonconformance and potential resolution, and initiate nonconformance documentation as required.
• Detailed completion of all paperwork, as required, including inspection reports and the associated transactions and records in the ERP system, in accordance with document control requirements.
• Participate in gage repeatability and reproducibility (gage R&R) and other measurement systems analysis studies as assigned.
• Maintain assigned gages and inspection equipment in a calibrated, ready-to-use condition; report equipment that is damaged or out of calibration.
• Work closely with production to identify recurring setup issues and recommend changes to achieve optimal results.
• Ability to collaborate, cooperate, and work within a team environment - as well as work independently.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities while maintaining proper attention to detail.
• Works with appropriate functional Engineering and Manufacturing areas to disposition and / or resolve discrepancies.
• Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications:

• 1-3+ years Aerospace/Manufacturing Quality inspection experience or formal training, at minimum.
• Demonstrated experience performing first piece / setup verification inspection in a machining environment.
• 1-3+ year's of working knowledge and experience with GD&T, ANSI Y14.5, PWA 360/79360 or similar drawing interpretation.
• Proficient at reading blueprints, with knowledge of dimensional symbols and measuring equipment.
• Ability to identify dimensional and visual defects.
• Good written and verbal communication skills - must be able to give clear, direct, and timely feedback to machine operators and setup personnel.
• Accuracy and attention to detail; ability to handle multiple priorities on an active production floor.
• Documentation and reporting skills, including adherence to document control requirements and knowledge of various inspection reports.
• Problem solving and analytical skills; ability to work without direct supervision.
• 1+ year experience operating a CMM, including part setup, running existing programs, and probe calibration.
• PC-DMIS experience a plus; experience with Hexagon CMM preferred to make minor edits to existing programs
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and Adobe, other Windows software etc.
• Experience participating in gage R&R / measurement systems analysis (MSA) studies a plus.
• Familiarity with ISO9001/AS9100 a plus.
• Knowledge of Discus and Net-Inspect a plus.
• Due to ITAR regulations, this position requires that the employee must be a U.S Citizen or a U.S Permanent Resident.

Benefits: Enjet offers a comprehensive benefits package to full-time employees including paid time off, health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, paid holidays, a 401K retirement plan, disability insurance, and more.

As an EOE/AA employer, Enjet Aero will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, veteran status, marital status or physical challenges.