Inspector

GKN•Newington, CT

2d•Onsite

About The Position

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. This responsibility will be discharged under the authority delegated by quality.

Requirements

High school Diploma or GED equivalent
1+ years of experience in inspection methods and techniques and following relevant work instructions.
1+ years of experience with AS9100 series requirements.
1+ years of experience working with LEAN processes and practices.

Nice To Haves

Experience in an Manufacturing 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.

Responsibilities

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
Any other job duties as assigned