Inspector, CMM Operations Aerospace

Inspectors are key personnel in the Accurus Quality Department and their duties are integral to our overall quality management system and customer satisfaction. These employees perform inspections on newly received goods and work-in-process and are responsible for final inspections of machined aerospace parts and assemblies to ensure compliance with engineering requirements and work instructions. Inspectors are required to document specific information regarding approvals and non-conforming parts and may be involved in problem-solving to identify rework requirements. Additionally inspectors may provide quality and/or manufacturing process training for manufacturing inspectors generally perform their work using a Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) to probe movement along multiple axes but may use traditional precision measurement tools (mics calipers gauges etc.) as FunctionsTo accomplish this job an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Determines and utilizes appropriate inspection methods and instruments (micrometers height gauges air gauges radius gauges calipers CMM etc.) to complete in-process and final inspection of machined aerospace parts and assemblies including simple to moderate layouts and setups on a surface plateOperates CMM to support manufacturing in-process first piece internal inspection points and customer-required first article inspection (FAI); completes FAI to AS9102 standards customer requirements and company proceduresInspects complex machined fixtures and parts using advanced measuring and layout instruments and equipmentParticipates in design reviews on cross-functional teams to ensure that conformance to specifications inspectability reliability and quality system objectives are met; provides technical support for manufacturing operations to ensure part qualityMay assist engineering with the qualification and validation of new or changed tooling or partsInterprets drawings featuring Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerance (GD&T) to identify product inspection requirementsGenerates inspection reports; analyzes inspection reports to determine adherence to drawings specifications and processing procedures; Initiates nonconformance records and disposition of parts not meeting requirementsPrepare detailed inspection documentation such as written descriptions of inspection results including deviations from engineering specificationsCommunicates effectively and professionally with internal and external personnel to identify root causes troubleshoot and address errors and trends and negotiate the resolution of non-conforming parts and necessary rework or re-inspectionPerforms other duties as requiredRegular attendance on-site at the workplace is requiredThis role is identified as requiring ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations) compliance; therefore qualified candidates must meet the definition of a U.S. Person (per EAR Part 772 and ITAR 120.15):An individual who is granted U.S. citizenship orAn individual who is granted U.S. permanent residence (i.e. a Green Card holder) orAn individual who is granted status as a protected personRequired Education and Work ExperienceA high School Diploma or GED equivalentAn associate degree or similar post-secondary or vocational training in machining or a similar program is preferredA minimum of two (2) years of experience as a CMM Operator in a machining environment; aerospace industry experience is in CMM Manager preferredOther Required Skills and AbilitiesDemonstrated accuracy in reading and interpreting blueprints planning and engineering documents quality standards customer specifications manufacturing control plans including PCM and other technical design standardsAdvanced mathematical skills (add subtract multiply and divide using fractions and decimal equivalents) familiar with geometric toleranceExperience in accurately reading precision measuring instrumentation including mics calipers height gauges tape measures and other similar devicesUnderstanding of nonconforming productKnowledge of customer and industry standards and quality system requirements including AS9100 and FAA requirementsKnowledge of problem-solving techniques (i.e. Statistical Quality Control/Statistical Process-Control etc.) is preferredAbility to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing (English)Basic skills using Microsoft Office applications including Outlook Excel and Word; ERP experience is advantageousPhysical Demands and Work EnvironmentTo perform the essential functions of the role employees must be able to perform the following activities with or without reasonable accommodations:Regularly stand and walk throughout the facility including all buildings and the manufacturing areasPeriodically lift carry (short distances) and push/pull up to 100 pounds using cranes or other material handling equipment and/or peer assistanceRegularly climb steps stairs or laddersOccasionally bend crawl stoop squat or kneelConstantly communicate verbally and in writing (English) using a phone texts or other messagingVisual acuity to accurately read mics calipers or other precision measuring instruments; accurately distinguish colorsUse hands and fingers to operate computer keyboards measurement instruments and manually examine partsVisual ability to read precise measurements and part markingsWorking ConditionsWork is performed in a manufacturing shop environment where working conditions may vary significantly; the employee may be exposed to:Excessive noise (hearing protection required)Dust smoke mist fumes/vapors (regularly)Extreme temperatures (occasionally)Hazardous equipment including forklifts hand tools cranes or other lifting devices and other equipment used in a machine shop environment (continually)The use of PPE including hearing protection eye and hand protection and safety footwear is required.