Quality Inspector II/CMM Operator, 1st Shift

Accurus Aerospace Corporation; Kent, Northern (WA, KY); Hybrid; USD 56,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Accurus Aerospace Kent, LLC seeks an Inspector to join the Quality Department. You will perform in-process and final inspections of machined aerospace parts and assemblies, document approvals and nonconformances, and support root-cause analysis and process improvements.

The role emphasizes precision measurement, blueprints interpretation, and on-site collaboration with manufacturing teams. Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, 2+ years of QA inspection experience in aerospace, and

Qualifications

• A high School Diploma or GED equivalent is required
• Associate degree or similar post-secondary or vocational training in a related field is preferred
• A minimum of two (2) years of experience as a QA inspection for machined parts and/or assemblies is required; aerospace industry experience is preferred. A combination of related experience in manufacturing for aerospace and internal training for inspectors may be considered in place of inspection experience
• CMM experience is required,experience in CMM Manager preferred
• CMM programming experience a plus
• Excel and ERP system experience a plus
• Demonstrated accuracy in reading blueprints, planning and engineering documents, quality standards, customer specifications
• Advanced mathematical skills and familiarity with geometric tolerances
• Experience reading precision measuring instruments (mics, calipers, height gauges)
• Understanding of nonconforming product
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing (English)

Responsibilities

• Determines and utilizes inspection methods and instruments to complete in-process and final inspection of machined aerospace parts and assemblies
• Initiates nonconformance records and disposition of parts not meeting requirements
• Strives to improve inspection effectiveness and efficiency via process improvements
• Communicates effectively with internal and external personnel to identify root causes and address non-conforming parts and re-work
• Completes other duties as required
• Regular attendance on-site at the workplace is required

Skills

Blueprint reading

Geometric tolerancing

English communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree or related training

Tools

CMM

ERP system

Excel

Job description

Inspectors are key personnel in the Accurus Quality Department and their duties are integral to our overall quality management system and customer satisfaction. Inspectors perform inspections on newly received goods, work-in-process, and are responsible for final inspections of machined aerospace parts and assemblies to ensure compliance with engineering requirements and work instructions. Inspectors are required to document specific information regarding approvals and non-conforming parts and may be involved in problem-solving internally to identify re-work requirements. Inspectors may provide quality and/or manufacturing process training for manufacturing personnel.

Essential Functions

To accomplish this job, an individual must be able to perform each essential function. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Determines and utilizes appropriate inspection methods and instruments (micrometers, height gauges, air gauges, radius gauges, calipers, etc.) to complete in-process and final inspection of machined aerospace parts and assemblies, including simple to moderate layouts and setups on a surface plate


• Initiates nonconformance records and disposition of parts not meeting requirements


• Continually strives to improve inspection effectiveness and efficiency by recommending and supporting the implementation of process improvements


• Communicates effectively and professionally with internal and external personnel to identify root causes, troubleshoot and address errors and trends, and negotiate the resolution of non-conforming parts and necessary re-work or re-inspection


• Completes other duties as required


• Regular attendance on-site at the workplace is required

This role is identified as requiring ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations) compliance; therefore, qualified candidates must meet the definition of a U.S. Person (per EAR Part 772 and ITAR 120.15):

• An individual who is granted U.S. citizenship, or


• An individual who is granted U.S. permanent residence (i.e., a \"Green Card\" holder), or


• An individual who is granted status as a \"protected person\"

1st Shift: Monday - Friday, 6:00 am - 2:30 pm

About Accurus Aerospace Kent, LLC

Accurus Aerospace Kent LLC was founded in 1977 in Kent, WA. Over the past three decades, Accurus has evolved into a preferred supplier of sheet metal fabricated parts, high-precision machined parts, kits, and bench top assemblies to the Aerospace and Defense Industry.Located in a 47,000 square foot facility only 15 minutes from the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, Accurus is a center of Aerospace excellence and one-stop source for high-speed precision machining, fabrication, and assembly.

Required Education

• A high School Diploma or GED equivalent is required


• Associate degree or similar post-secondary or vocational training in a related field is preferred

Required Experience

• A minimum of two (2) years of experience as a QA inspection for machined parts and/or assemblies is required; aerospace industry experience is preferred. A combination of related experience in manufacturing for aerospace and internal training for inspectors may be considered in place of inspection experience


• CMM experience is required,experience in CMM Manager preferred

Other Required Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated accuracy in reading and interpreting blueprints, planning and engineering documents, quality standards, customer specifications, manufacturing control plans including PCM, and other technical design standards


• Advanced mathematical skills (add, subtract, multiply and divide using fractions and decimal equivalents), familiar with geometric tolerance


• Experience accurately reading precision measuring instrumentation including mics, calipers, height gauges, tape measures, and other similar devices


• Understanding of nonconforming product


• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing (English)


• CMM programming experience a plus


• Excel and ERP system experience a plus

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Regularly stand and walk throughout the facility, including all buildings and the manufacturing areas


• Regularly lift, carry (short distances), and push/pull up to 50 pounds


• Regularly climb steps, stairs, or ladders


• Occasionally bend, crawl, stoop, squat, or kneel


• Constantly communicate verbally and in writing (English) using a phone, texts, or other messaging


• Visual acuity to accurately read mics, calipers, or other precision measuring instruments; accurately distinguish colors


• Use hands and fingers to operate computer keyboards, and measurement instruments, and manually examine parts

Working Conditions

Work is performed in a manufacturing shop environment where working conditions may vary significantly; the employee will be exposed to:

• Excessive noise (hearing protection required)


• Dust, smoke, fumes/vapors (occasionally)


• Extreme temperatures (occasionally)


• Hazardous equipment including forklifts, hand tools, cranes or other lifting devices, and other equipment used in a machine shop environment


• The use of PPE, including hearing protection, eye and hand protection, and use of safety footwear is required

This position is classified as safety-sensitive.