Quality Assurance Inspector

Position Summary:

This position is responsible for performing diversified inspection, audit, test, and measurement duties on complex products and processes to ensure conformance to requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Inspection - Accurately inspects manufactured or other process output against documented ATEP specifications per the drawing, Control Plan, inspection procedures and other site quality control documentation. Maintains awareness of customer complaints and internal rejections of the product being inspected. Follows all discrepant material control procedures. Notifies inspection supervisors and process owners of any detected discrepancies. Performs detailed first article inspections and capability studies.
2. Measurement Equipment - Maintains proper use and care of measurement equipment; ensures equipment calibration is current per the Calibration Schedule before use. Utilizes a variety of measurement tools to accurately perform measurements. Measures product with required equipment as defined on documentation. Sets up or runs current program files on automated equipment when required for part inspection. Troubleshoots and resolves measuring instrument issues. Problem solves equipment interface issues with online database / statistical software program to allow data to be entered into appropriate files. Serves as the technical resource for manufacturing personnel performing self-inspection.
3. Documentation - Maintains current and appropriate inspection documentation in product files. Documents all discrepancies between the product and the written specifications per procedures. Records all inspection results electronically. Follows site containment procedures. Verifies current revision history of documentation prior to use.
4. Audit - Participates in audit functions (product, process, and QMS / ISO -AS 9100) ensuring quality systems and products are consistent with internal documentation, standards, and customer requirements.
5. Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent;
• Technical training in blueprint reading, Inspection.
• 2-5 years' experience as an inspector in a manufacturing environment; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Full understanding of GD&T and basic understanding of statistics is required.
  Skilled using a variety of measurement equipment including calipers, pin gage set, height gage, test indicator, micrometer, pitch micrometer, dial indicator, surface plate, optical comparator, laser, smart scope, and coordinate measuring machine (CMM).
• Able to work independently in a fast paced, dynamic production environment.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Excellent written communication skills necessary. Must be adaptable and able to work with regular interruptions.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
• This position is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) which requires U.S. person status. ITAR defines U.S. person as an U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

Physical Demands / Working Conditions:

• Typically sits, grasps items and performs keyboarding for frequent operation of a computer
• Stand, walk, bend, reach or otherwise move about occasionally
• Lift, move, or otherwise transfer items up to 35 lbs. occasionally, >20 lbs. frequently
• Travel by air or car occasionally
• Occasional exposure to typical machine shop physical hazards

Wage Range - $25 - $36 per hour depending upon experience