Quality Inspector

Job Description

DRT Aerospace is committed to be the leader in machined components for the Aerospace industries by providing quality precision components and superior support – utilizing a skilled workforce, innovative technology, and sophisticated systems. Our location in Simpsonville, SC is currently seeking excellent candidates for:

Quality Inspector - 1st Shift

Job Description

You will be responsible for performing dimensional and visual inspections and the associated quality reports on castings, machined metal and plastic parts for workmanship and conformance to design documentation in 2d or 3D format. Requirements are to be interpreted from design / process drawings, procedures and specifications. Data analyzed from these inspection operations are documented in quality and nonconformance reports. Responsible for ensuring product meets customer requirements.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain quality departmental documentation, in written and computer formats, supporting inspection, certification reviews and

nonconformance reporting.

• Using CMM and/or hand devices such as verniers, calipers, micrometers, gauge pins, height gauges, fixtures, etc. performs first

article and first piece inspection as appropriate of castings, machined metal and of complex geometries using customer supplied

prints and some CAD interpretation.

• Performs close tolerance dimensional checks using high complexity prints and a thorough knowledge of GD&T

• Independently sets-up and operates CMM for complex parts and programs CMMs for repeated inspection of parts as required

• Completes 100% inspection reports on 1st piece machined parts

• Exercises independent judgment to determine methods for inspection technique and maintains part inspection programs to assure

they are to current print requirements

• Assists in engineering, transfers mark-up and creates inspection strategies when required

• Meets quality and quantity standards for the position

• Documents actions by completing production routers and Inspection Methods Sheets

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

High school diploma or equivalent with experience OR associate's degree

Working knowledge of GD&T, AS9102 FAIRs, and all facets of inspection measuring equipment

Previous experience as Quality Inspector or DQR in an Aerospace manufacturing environment a plus

Strong communication skills, ability to work on a team, and attention to detail

Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office products, related business applications and office equipment

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Associate's degree or equivalent knowledge to obtain expertise in departmental inspection equipment, and processes, and other Quality objectives

5-10 years' Aerospace inspection in a machine shop environment

Familiarity with Process Improvement

Include shift schedule

Not Included

Include budgeted hours

Not Included

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