Inspector 3 (Sensors)

GE Aerospace•Norwich, CT

7h•Onsite

About The Position

The Inspector 3 (Sensors) role is responsible for assuring the quality of products by utilizing manual or automated measurement and testing equipment. This position involves identifying and documenting non-conforming parts, maintaining inspection records in Oracle, and inspecting raw materials and purchased parts to ensure they meet design requirements. The role requires the use of statistical process control and quality control techniques, adherence to internal process specifications and third-party requirements, and assisting support functions in root cause analysis. Communication with the team regarding product deficiencies, new processes, or issues is essential. The inspector will work with limited supervision, perform manual set-up, testing, and troubleshooting, and must have a complete understanding of all inspection equipment within the department. They will also keep shift operators informed of special problems, cross-train other employees, and compliantly complete labor tracking documentation. Reporting problems to the appropriate resource and proactively working to improve efficiency and quality are key aspects of this role. The inspector will participate in and support team initiatives, utilize proper PPE and safety procedures, and exemplify and coach others on GE Leadership behaviors. Duties may include performing complex testing, working on more complex, prototype, or first-time builds, and performing final inspection and First Article inspections as required.

Requirements

High School Education or GED equivalency.
3 years’ inspection experience in a Manufacturing environment
Ability and willingness to use hand tools and measuring devices (i.e. – optical comparators, ohm meters, leak check, CMM’s, dial calipers, rulers, tape measures, protractors, micrometers, gauges, etc.) as required within department.
Intermediate understanding of basic computer applications, such as Oracle and Microsoft applications.
Ability and willingness to obtain specific knowledge in one or more of the following disciplines (Electrical Inspection, Mechanical Inspection)
Intermediate understanding of blueprint and process sheet interpretation, including functional knowledge of geometric dimensions and tolerances (GD&T); Ability and willingness to pass visual acuity exam upon offer.
Ability and willingness to obtain Braze, Weld and Solder inspection certification as required.
Ability to continuously use hands and fingers in repetition.
Ability to occasionally bend, stoop, twist, crouch, squat, climb, and/or balance.
Ability to continuously sit; ability to occasionally lift to 20 lbs.; ability to push/pull up to 22 lbs.
Must be at least 18 years of age by the time of joining.
Ability to prove that you meet the status of a U.S. Person as one of the following: U.S. lawful permanent resident, U.S. Citizen, have been granted asylee or refugee status.

Nice To Haves

3-5 years Inspection experience in a manufacturing environment
Experience in Customer requirements.
Audit experience.
Knowledge of Quality System requirements (AS9100)
Preferred assembly, solder, or electronics manufacturing experience.
Prior experience in a self-directed team environment.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Intermediate understanding of special processes such as brazing, soldering, welding, coating, etc. as required within the department.
Humble: respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn.
Transparent: shares critical information, speaks with candor, contributes constructively
Focused: quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, committed
Leadership ability: strong communicator, decision-maker, collaborative.
Problem-solver: analytical-minded, challenges existing processes, critical thinker
Ability to use Microsoft applications to analyze data (i.e. –Word, Excel, Oracle, etc.).
Familiarity with 5S & lean manufacturing knowledge.

Responsibilities

Utilize manual or automated measurement and testing equipment to assure quality of products.
Identify and document non-conforming parts, while using Oracle to maintain inspection records.
Inspect all raw materials and purchased parts to determine conformance to design requirement.
Use statistical process control and statistical quality control techniques as required.
Perform job responsibilities according to internal process specifications and third-party requirements.
Assist support functions in root cause analysis.
Communicate with team to ensure all team members are aware of product deficiencies, new processes, or issues.
Work with limited supervision.
Perform manual set up, test, and troubleshooting which includes performance testing and trim grind.
Complete understanding of operation of all inspection equipment within the department.
Keep all shift operators informed on special problems involving operation or set up
Cross-train other employees as needed based upon knowledge and experience.
Compliantly complete all written and/or electronic labor tracking documentation.
Report problems to appropriate resource and/or Coach.
Proactively work to improve efficiency and quality of products.
Participate in and support team initiatives.
Utilize proper PPE, safety equipment, and follow safety procedures.
Exemplifies and coaches’ others on the GE Leadership behaviors.
Perform duties on more complex, proto-type or first-time builds.
Perform final inspection responsibilities as required by area.
Perform and document First Article inspections as required.
Perform complex testing (i.e. – surge test, di-electric, hipot, helium leak check, ATP, hardness testing etc.) as required.
Other duties as required.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
Access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace
Employee Assistance Program
GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan, a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions
Access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants
Tuition assistance
Adoption assistance
Paid parental leave
Disability insurance
Life insurance
Paid time-off for vacation or illness
Annual discretionary bonus