Quality Inspector II, 1st Shift

API Delevan, Inc.; Twinsburg (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401k Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

Regal Rexnord Aerospace is seeking a Quality Inspector II to ensure strict adherence to quality standards and to support continuous improvement on the shop floor. The role emphasizes hands-on inspection using calipers, micrometers, and vision systems, with a focus on First Article and in-process checks.

The ideal candidate will have 2–3 years of inspection experience in aerospace, AS9102 knowledge, and strong communication skills to liaise with production and quality teams.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2-3 years inspection experience in a manufacturing environment.
• ASQ CQT or CMI is a plus.
• Familiarity with AS9102 FAI and GD&T basics.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections in Final, Receiving QC, In-Process, and First Article stages.
• Create NCRs when discrepancies are detected.
• Maintain SQDC metrics and ensure procedural compliance.
• Set up gauges and verify a periodic gauge system.
• Coordinate with Quality team to improve flow and resolve issues.

Skills

Strong communication

Time management

Problem solving

Detail oriented

Education

High school diploma

ASQ Certified CQT

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Height gauges

Dial indicators

Vision systems

Gauging devices

Job description

Quality Inspector II Aerospace Business Unit

Work Model: This is a fully onsite role, with work performed at your designated Regal Rexnord office.

About Rexnord Aerospace

Rexnord Aerospace supplies high performance spherical and cylindrical bearings, mechanical seals, gears and electrical components to commercial air transport markets. Our products are engineered to meet stringent requirements and are specified in engine systems, flight control systems, landing gear systems and airframe structures. Our global customer base includes major engine and airframe OEMs, tier suppliers and aircraft operators.

Job Summary

This position is a critical link between the shop floor associates, and the engineering specifications and requirements. The person in this role will ensure that quality performance standards are met and takes appropriate action where necessary to meet agreed deadlines, quality performance, and production targets. The Quality Inspector is proficient using standard measurement tools such as calipers, micrometers, height stands, dial indicators, comparators, and vision systems to verify products and improve problem-solving and implementation of improvements. This individual will help drive improvements and increase our overall Quality position with our customers.

Key Accountabilities

• Ensure strict adherence to and implementation of Company Safety and Work rules.
• Perform inspection operations in each of the following areas: Final Inspection, Receiving QC Inspection, Pre/Post OSP Inspection, In-Process Inspection, First Article Inspection.
• Responsible for creation of nonconformance documentation (NCRs) when discrepancies are detected at any inspection stage.
• Removal of the discrepant material from the production areas.
• Maintain and support SQDC (Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost) metrics in all areas assigned.
• Ensure that all quality requirements are being followed including procedural compliance and defect reporting.
• Act as a liaison between production associates and quality requirements.
• Maintaining all inspection data during daily inspections and responsible for ensuring all paperwork is in its proper place at the end of the shift.
• Communicate and coordinate with other members of the Quality team to ensure that all areas flow efficiently.
• Aid in absenteeism coverage to ensure all production requirements are met.
• Escalate production and assembly quality issues or work stoppages caused by a quality issue immediately.
• Set up and adjust gauges using required equipment or masters per specification requirements. This includes periodic verifications of gauge set-up.
• Work with quality engineering in the design of new or modified gauging when required.
• Ability to help the manufacturing area in troubleshooting and resolving gauge issues.

Qualifications

• This position requires the applicant to be a US Person with a US permanent residence. A US Person is a US Citizen or Permanent Resident.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2-3 years of Inspection experience in a manufacturing environment demonstrating increasing accountability.
• 2-3 years previous Aerospace DSQR experience a plus.
• Qualified experience, ASQ Certified CQT CMI a plus.
• Thorough knowledge of the AS9102 (FAI’s) First Article Inspection process, and Quality Planning tools (including SPC, GR&R, Cpk, GD&T, DMAIC, First Piece Inspection, Cost of Quality).
• Understanding and basic knowledge of all aviation industry compliance standards required, including ISO and AS 9000 quality systems, ISO 10012, AS9100, ISO9001, FAA FAR regulations.
• Strong application knowledge of calibration and metrology systems including the development, improving, and approving gauging methodologies and design.
• Qualifications should include general or application knowledge of; quality assurance systems, Geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T), blueprint interpretation, and process capability analysis.
• Effective communication skills – strong written and verbal communication skills. Including developing, implementing, and maintaining procedures, work instructions, and related forms that support the Quality system.
• Basic math aptitude.
• Working knowledge of engineering part drawings and general understanding of metallurgy; ability to understand the physical and mechanical properties of metals as affected by composition, mechanical working and heat treatments including metal cutting and grinding is desirable.
• Demonstrated proficiency in time and project management.
• Training and experience in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds repetitively throughout the shift.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Coverage
• Spending accounts (HSA, Health Care FSA and Dependent Care FSA)
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• 401k Retirement Plan with Matching Employer Contributions
• Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
• Paid Leaves
• Tuition Assistance

About Regal Rexnord

Regal Rexnord is a publicly held global industrial manufacturer with 30,000 associates around the world who help create a better tomorrow by providing sustainable solutions that power, transmit and control motion. The Company’s electric motors and air moving subsystems provide the power to create motion. A portfolio of highly engineered power transmission components and subsystems efficiently transmits motion to power industrial applications. The Company’s automation offering, comprised of controls, actuators, drives, and precision motors, controls motion in applications ranging from factory automation to precision control in surgical tools. The Company’s end markets benefit from meaningful secular demand tailwinds, and include factory automation, food & beverage, aerospace, medical, data center, warehouse, alternative energy, residential and commercial buildings, general industrial, construction, metals and mining, and agriculture. Regal Rexnord is comprised of three operating segments: Industrial Powertrain Solutions, Power Efficiency Solutions, and Automation & Motion Control. Regal Rexnord has offices and manufacturing, sales and service facilities worldwide. For more information, including a copy of our Sustainability Report, visit RegalRexnord.com.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Regal Rexnord is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmsative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, ancestry, national origin, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status (unless required by the applicable law or government contract), disability or protected veteran status or any other status or characteristic protected by law. Regal Rexnord is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are committed to building a team that represents diverse and inclusive backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. If you’d like to view a copy of the company’s affirmative action plan for protected veterans/individuals with disabilities or policy statement, please email [e-mail]. If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please e-mail [e-mail].

Notification to Agencies

Please note that Regal Rexnord Corporation and its affiliates and subsidiaries ("Regal Rexnord") do not accept unsolicited resumes or calls from third-party recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Master Service Agreement or similar contract and approval from HR to submit resumes for a specific requisition, Regal Rexnord will not consider or approve payment to any third-parties for hires made. At Regal Rexnord, our business purpose is to create a better tomorrow with sustainable solutions that power, transmit and control motion.

Our Values

• Integrity
• Responsibility
• Diversity, Engagement & Inclusion
• Customer Success
• Innovation with Purpose
• Continuous Improvement
• Performance
• Passion to Win … with a Sense of Urgency