Lead Inspector

Key Responsibilities and Daily Priorities:

• Coordinate with Production to prioritize and assign routine inspections, & tests of incoming and finished goods, to the inspection team.
• Provide guidance, technical assistance, and training to Quality Inspectors.
• Monitor Quality Department established metrics and take appropriate action when targets are not met.
• Work with the Quality Manager to review and improve Quality Inspection processes and internal process handoffs.
• Review First Article Inspection Reports (FAIR) prior to customer submittal.
• Make recommendations for changes in specification of material and parts based on inspection results.
• Establish best Inspection methods to be shared with the Quality team at our Baja facility and External Providers.
• Interpret planning documents, tool design, engineering drawings, specifications, and quality inspection procedures to develop clear, complete, and precise records of inspection.
• Interpret quality documentation to standards and purchase orders (material certifications, test reports, chemical and process certifications) to ensure all requirements have been met internally and externally.
• Provide Material Review Board (MRB) technical support for documented non-conformances in accordance with established procedures.
• Familiarity with aerospace plating and processing standards, such as anodizing, chem.-film, passivation, chrome plating, silver plating, etc.

Knowledge/Skills:

• Proficiency in CMM operation is a plus and preferred but not required.
• Strong understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance (GD&T) - ANSI 14.5Y.
• Ability to proficiently handle and use inspection equipment and other instruments such as micrometers, calipers, height gage, pin gages, optical comparator, plug/thread gages, radius gages, hardness tester, and operate Hexagon CMM (PC DMIS).
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 and/or AS9100 preferred.
• Proficient in trigonometry and shop math.
• Proven ability to lead in a team environment.
• Good communication, reading, and computer skills in MS Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
• Fluency in Spanish is beneficial but not required.

Years of Experience required: 5-10 years mechanical inspection experience.

Education Requirements: Associates Science Degree or Equivalent, required.

Working Conditions: Production/Shop floor environment. Ability to lift up to 30 pounds and stand for extended periods of time. Ability to work extended hours (overtime) as required to support production.

Disclaimer: Job responsibilities and requirements can change at any time.