Inspector - 2nd Shift - Repair Solution

GKN Aerospace Careers

2d•Onsite

About The Position

GKN Aerospace is a company focused on reimagining air travel, aiming for further, faster, and greener solutions. They are driven by expert and creative individuals, committed to innovation, protecting democracies, and prioritizing sustainability. With over 16,000 employees across 33 manufacturing sites in 12 countries, GKN Aerospace serves over 90% of the world’s aircraft and engine manufacturers, achieving sales of £3.35 billion in 2023. The company emphasizes career growth opportunities. The Inspector role is responsible for verifying product characteristics and associated manufacturing documentation and quality records. This involves using various inspection techniques such as visual, mechanical, automated, contact, and non-contact methods, under the authority delegated by quality. This position is designated as safety-sensitive under Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and is subject to random drug and alcohol testing.

Requirements

High school Diploma or GED Equivalent
3+ years of experience in first article, in-process, and final inspection methods and techniques and following relevant work instructions within a manufacturing environment.
1+ years of experience with AS9100 series requirements.
1+ years of experience working with LEAN processes and practices.
Must be a US Citizen or Green Card Holder due to program security clearance requirements and/or SSA requirements.
This job role requires proficiency in English, both verbal and written, that is sufficient to understand and effectively follow written safety procedures, company policies, work instructions, operations manuals, and more in a manufacturing environment.
Reliable and satisfactory attendance is an essential job function of this role and is critical in meeting operations and business needs.

Nice To Haves

GKN Experience
CMM inspection Experience
Experience in an Aerospace operating environment
Apprenticeship, Associate’s 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

Responsibilities

Utilize micrometers, calipers, gauges, and other precision inspection tools for Inspection processes
Inspect, review and approve parts flow through various stages of operations.
Ensure quality parts are aligned with customer specs and requirements based on operation sheets and blueprints.
Exemplifying a safety-first mind-set and ensuring that the GKN Aerospace Health, Safety and Environmental policies and standards are followed.
Responsible for performing inspection processes 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.
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