Aerospace Quality Inspector

TRIGO ADR Americas•Milford, CT

About The Position

Under general supervision and reporting to Quality Management in Quality Operations, the Quality Inspector performs visual inspection operations, including in-process, final inspection, and first article inspections (FAIs) as appropriate. The role includes inspecting aerospace machined components using hand tools and magnification, verifying test and other applicable data, and reviewing associated documentation. The inspector also performs receiving and final inspections, processes warehouse materials, supports corrective actions and root-cause identification, and completes other duties assigned by management. The position requires effective, timely work with minimal direction and close collaboration with the Quality Management team, the TRIGO team, and external customers. Work takes place in typical office conditions, with travel to suppliers as needed. U.S. or international citizenship, or permanent residence status, is required depending on work location. A valid driver’s license and auto insurance are required.

Requirements

Experience in dimensional inspection of aerospace machined components.
Experience performing first article inspections (FAIs) in accordance with AS9102.
Experience with hand measurement tools and hand measurement gages.
Knowledge of the CMM inspection process.
Knowledge and experience with GD&T (ASME Y14.5).
Knowledge and experience interpreting blueprints.
Experience using Microsoft Outlook and Excel.
Valid driver’s license and auto insurance.
U.S. or international citizenship, or permanent residence status, depending on work location.
Ability to handle complex situations and solve complex problems.
Ability to work effectively under pressure to meet deadlines and analyze technical and business information.
Ability to work in a team environment and communicate effectively verbally and in writing, including by telephone and email.
Fluent English reading and writing skills.
Professionalism, integrity, attention to detail, independent decision-making, analytical skills, and professional judgment.
Ability to manage several objectives simultaneously and remain organized and self-motivated.
Ability to remain seated for up to five hours at a time.
Required general vision acuity: near vision meeting Orthorater 8 (95%) or Jaeger #2 at 12 inches; far vision meeting Orthorater 4 (76%) or Snellen 20/50; and color perception of 6 of 9 Orthorater plates, U.S. or International. The general vision acuity test must be performed by an oculist, optometrist, or other professionally recognized person.
Vision sufficient to read printed documents and computer screens and observe behavior; specific vision abilities include close, distance, color, and peripheral vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Ability to participate in assigned physical activities, including light lifting and prolonged sitting; occasional standing, walking approximately 1–2 miles per day, reaching, climbing or balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling; and occasional lifting or moving of up to 20 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Prior practical experience implementing quality inspection tools and equipment.
Experience in RCCA and problem solving.
Three or more years of experience as a quality inspector or technician.
Three or more years of experience in an aerospace manufacturing facility.
Three or more years of experience in inspection duties, FAIs, GD&T, and blueprint interpretation.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office products.
Effective communication skills.
Detail-oriented approach.
Any combination of education and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

Perform in-process and final visual inspections, as well as FAIs, as appropriate.
Perform dimensional inspection of aerospace machined components using hand measurement tools and gages, including conventional inspection to engineering requirements.
Conduct final and receiving inspections, including dimensional, visual, surface-finish, and assembly inspections.
Verify test data and other applicable component data and review associated documentation.
Read, interpret, and use quality policies, procedures, blueprints, and other documentation.
Process warehouse materials.
Support positive corrective actions and identify root causes.
Work efficiently and effectively with minimal direction, meeting deadlines and managing multiple objectives.
Interact and communicate with coworkers, the Quality Management team, the TRIGO team, and external customers.
Travel to suppliers as needed, including driving long distances.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

$2,000 sign-on bonus.
12 days of paid vacation in the first year, increasing with years of service.
10 days of paid sick time.
11 paid holidays.
Medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, long-term disability, critical illness, and life insurance for employees and dependents.
Champ Plan wellness and health program, free for employees working a minimum of 20 hours per week with anticipated annual earnings of $30,000; includes free wellness initiatives, free telehealth, and free or discounted prescriptions.
401(k) retirement savings plan with company match: 100% match of the first 3% contributed and 50% match of the next 2%; immediate vesting.
Company-provided cell phone, laptop, and mobile Wi-Fi for business use.
Regular hourly-rate pay for travel time.
Direct pay for travel arrangements, with flights, hotels, and rental cars arranged.
Travel reimbursements direct-deposited with each payroll.
Mileage reimbursement at the federal rate when using a personal vehicle for company business.
Per diem reimbursements for meals and incidentals.
$1,500 employee referral bonus, paid as $750 upon hire of a qualified referred employee and an additional $750 after the referred employee completes 90 days of employment; rehires excluded.