Inspector

Job Summary

The Quality Inspector is responsible for the verification of product characteristics and associated manufacturing documentation and other quality records utilizing a range of inspection techniques and methods including but not limited to visual mechanicals automated contact and non-contact.

Job Responsibilities

Exemplify a safety-first mind-set and ensuring that the GKN Aerospace Health Safety and Environmental policies and standards are followed.
Responsible for performing Receiving In-processes and Final Inspections as described by the product work instructions and/or other directions.
Responsible for performing first article inspections in line with site operating policies procedures and work instructions.
Conduct first piece inspection and recommend process adjustments to ensure part and process conformance.
Read and interpret laboratory reports for conformity and record results.
Monitor oven parameters and adjust as necessary.
Collect and create required documentation for shipments.
Perform routine survey on Heat Treat ovens and record data in applicable systems.
Responsible for execution customer and regulatory delegated inspection processes as authorized by those parties. Responsible for maintaining those delegated authorities once granted
Support root cause analysis preventative and corrective action to reduce/eliminate non- conformances.
Maintain positive team relationships with internal and external customers as well as co-workers
Support continuous improvement of production and inspection processes by implementing Lean initiatives
Any other job responsibilities as assigned

Job Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED equivalent required
1 year using hand tools micrometers gages and calipers
1 year quality experience preferably in a manufacturing environment
1 year experience in inspection methods and techniques and following relevant work instructions
1 year experience working with LEAN processes and practices
Must be a US person (Citizen or Green Card Holder) or have the ability to obtain the necessary Government licensing to work with controlled technology and products

Preferred Qualifications:

AS130001 Certification
Experience in an Aerospace operating environment
Apprenticeship Associates Degree in a technical subject or equivalent
Awareness of AS9100 series requirements
Previous delegated product acceptance authority granted by an Aerospace OEM or regulatory authority
Familiarity with 3D model based Engineering

Physical Requirements:
Standing and walking at least 7hrs/day
Ability to carry and lift weight up to 25lbs
Bending squatting reaching pushing and pulling required (At least 2hrs/day)
Use of hands for fine dexterity light and strong grasping (At least 7hrs/day)