Quality Control Inspector jobs in Santa Maria, CA

Adient Aerospace is a Joint Venture between Adient and Boeing. Boeing brings a deep knowledge of Aerospace, and Adient is the world’s leader in automotive seating. At Adient Aerospace, it is our mission to deliver innovative seating design through precise operational excellence, resulting in a superior customer experience. We bring the right pieces together, in precisely the right way, at precisely the right time.

Adient Aerospace is looking for a Quality Control Receiving Inspector to join our team on site at our Central Coast location in Santa Maria, California. We look for highly proficient individuals who are collaborative, value diversity, enjoy working as a team, and share our passion to succeed. We invest in our employees with opportunities for professional development and we offer competitive benefits.

Are you the right piece to complete our puzzle?

JOB SUMMARY

The Quality Control Receiving Inspector is responsible for interpreting engineering data such as drawings and specifications and the inspection in accordance with the data. This position requires the ability to use standard measuring equipment such as calipers, micrometers, height gages, dial indicators etc. This position requires the ability to understand visual and cosmetic standards and must be able to clearly write nonconformance reports and assist with corrective actions investigations. The Quality Control Receiving Inspector will perform visual and dimensional inspections for receiving inspections on aviation parts from details to sub-assemblies.

SUMMARY OF JOB DUTIES - Essential Functions (Other duties and projects may be assigned or requested.)

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Perform receiving and first article inspections.
• Interpret engineering data such as drawings and specifications.
• Competent in using measuring equipment such as calipers, micrometers, height gages, indicators.
• Perform visual and dimensional inspection.
• Perform inspections to visual and cosmetic standards.
• Write inspection reports and nonconformance reports.
• Understand root cause and participate in corrective actions.
• Perform review of supplier certifications for conformance to requirements.
• Data collection for statistical analysis.
• Must understand and be able to interpret tolerances.
• Understand application and use of all types of precision measuring instruments used in mechanical inspection, including interpretations of geometrical and positional tolerance requirements.
• Travel as required to support suppliers or source/auditing inspection program.

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS – Education, Knowledge, and Experience

Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Associate degree is preferred.

Experience:

• Position may be filled with both entry level and experienced candidates.

Skills:

• Basic math skills

Preferred Skills/Experience:

• Experience with raw material, electrical, machined, crush core panels and/or injection molded parts.

Other:

• Extended or irregular hours may be required.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.
• Adient Aerospace is an “at-will” employer; employment is at the mutual consent of both the employee and the employer and may be terminated at will for any reason, with or without cause, at any time during employment with the Company.
• As business conditions warrant a change in the operating necessities of the Company, all employees are expected to react productively and handle other essential tasks assigned now or in the future.
• Tasks may vary slightly based on products produced at a division.

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSE

• ASQ Certification desired

SUPERVISION PROVIDED TO THE POSITION

• Direction with necessary guidance is provided in terms of tasks and craftsmanship and measured based upon how well tasks have been completed. Receives detailed instructions as needed.

PROBLEM SOLVING

• Develop and provide solutions to complex problems based on established precedents and are consistent with organization objectives.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.

BENEFITS / COMPENSATION
Adient Aerospace offers competitive wages and benefits to recognize employees for their work. Actual salaries will vary depending on experience and geographic location.

Salary Range Transparency: $16.00 - $21.00 hourly, depending on candidate qualifications.

Featured Benefits:

• Generous 401(K) matching with immediate eligibility and vesting
• 3 weeks of Paid Time Off
• 12 paid holidays
• Affordable health care plans for yourself and your family
• And so much more!

Other Perks:

• Potential for growth within organization
• Supportive workplace environment with a team-oriented culture