Lead Quality Inspector

Description

Who We Are Looking For:

Harper Engineering Co. is looking for a dynamic highly skilled Lead Quality Inspector to join our Quality team.  As a key member of the Quality team, the Lead Inspector will be responsible for ensuring all products, materials and services provided meet the requirements established by customers, procedures, and specifications.

Who We Are:

Harper Engineering Co. is a distinguished, employee-owned company renowned for our exceptional designs and manufacturing of top-of-the-line interior hardware for commercial aircraft, located in Renton Washington with a second location in Kent, Washington.  At our company, we have fostered a thriving culture of innovation, constantly pushing the boundaries of what is possible.  With our commitment to vertical integration, we ensure that every aspect of our products is of the highest quality.  These commitments set us apart in the industry.

Why You Should Come Work With Us:

At Harper Engineering Co., we understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance and the power of a collaborative team environment.  We go the extra mile to ensure our team members thrive by offering a highly competitive pay structure, comprehensive benefits package, and generous paid time off.  And yes, we even include the week between Christmas and New Year’s off, allowing you to recharge and start the year fresh.  

Join our team and discover the unparalleled benefits of working for a destination employer that truly values your well-being and professional growth.  Embark on a rew3arding career journey with us and experience the difference here at Harper Engineering Co.

Job Summary:

The Lead Quality Inspector works to identify defects or deviations from established standards, collaborates with other departments to implement and enhance quality assurance programs, and provides guidance and training to the inspection team.  They will work closely with the Quality Engineer to create FAI's to AS9102 standards, define and improve inspection plans, communicate priorities within the inspection team and be the first line of Quality Assurance expertise on the manufacturing floor.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Accurately use common measurement tools, such as micrometers, calipers, height gages, etc.
•  Use advanced measurement tools, such as coordinate measuring machines (CMM) and optical comparators
• Reads and interprets engineering drawings, customer specifications
• Uses statistical sampling plans, such ASQ-ANSIZ1.4 or similar
• Understands the ISO9001/AS9100 and how it applies to a Quality Control position.
• Matches colors, textures, and appearances to established standards
• Verifies the proper functionality of final assemblies
• Ability to work as a team, both within and outside of the department
• Must be able to follow instructions (Written and Verbal) and work independently with minimal supervision and minimal mistakes
• Understanding of Geometric Dimensions & Tolerances
• Understanding of calibration and calibration systems
• Intermediate computer skills, such as the ability to navigate Windows operating systems and ERP
• Transportation: Ability to travel between Harper Facilities when required without prior notice
• Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs.
• Sit for extended periods of time, full dexterity to reach, push, pull complex assemblies
• Perform Receiving, In-Process and Final Inspection
• Perform AS9102 based First Article Inspections

Requirements

• Must be able to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications
• Must have strong communications skills
• Must be able to work under high pressure and be able to meet deadlines
• Must have intermediate computer skills, such as the ability to navigate Windows operating systems and ERP
• Must be able to work independently
• Must be Team oriented and be able to work with all levels of employees
• Must be attentive and maintain 98% quality rating

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED
• 5 years minimum of directly related experience
• 1 year of lead experience
• CMM programming experience