Quality Assurance - QC Inspector 1st shift

Chromalloy • Windsor, CT

7d • $19 - $36

About The Position

Chromalloy is seeking a QC Inspector to inspect aerospace components and assemblies throughout manufacturing and verify compliance with engineering specifications, customer requirements, and quality standards. The role performs dimensional and visual inspections, reviews technical documentation, and creates quality records confirming product conformity. The position is scheduled for first shift, Monday through Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., with possible additional hours outside the regular schedule—including evenings, weekends, or holidays—based on operational needs.

The inspector works in a manufacturing and inspection environment, supporting aviation safety and reliability through the manufacture and repair of critical aerospace components. The position requires use of precision measuring equipment and computer systems, accurate documentation, communication with Operations, Engineering, and Quality teams, and compliance with production-area PPE requirements. NAS 410 visual acuity certification is required. Candidates must meet the stated U.S.-person eligibility restriction; offers are also conditioned on completion of a background investigation and drug screen.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
• Ability to clearly communicate in English, including speaking, reading, writing, and understanding work instructions.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, engine manuals, specifications, and manufacturing documentation.
• Experience using precision measuring and inspection equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify defects and nonconformances.
• Ability to accurately document inspection results and quality findings.
• Strong problem-solving skills and sound judgment.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• NAS 410 visual acuity certification.
• Must meet the posting's U.S.-person eligibility restriction.

Nice To Haves

• Dimensional and visual inspection experience on aviation, aerospace, airframe, powerplant, avionics, or related components.
• Associate degree in an aviation-related field.
• FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) certification.
• Aerospace manufacturing, MRO, or component inspection experience.
• Experience performing quality audits and process verification activities.

Responsibilities

• Perform dimensional and visual inspections of aerospace components and assemblies.
• Read and interpret blueprints, specifications, engine manuals, and technical documentation.
• Verify products meet engineering, customer, and regulatory requirements.
• Use precision measuring instruments, including micrometers, calipers, verniers, gauges, and measuring tapes.
• Document inspection results and create quality records to verify product conformity.
• Identify, document, and segregate nonconforming products.
• Recommend process adjustments when quality issues are identified.
• Communicate inspection findings with Operations, Engineering, and Quality teams.
• Perform product audits to verify manufacturing processes consistently produce conforming hardware.
• Maintain accurate inspection records and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefit options starting on the first day, subject to eligibility.
• Employee assistance program (EAP) and wellness incentives.
• 401(k) with employer matching.
• Training, development curriculum, regular performance conversations, and engineering fellowship programs.
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays, eligible from the first day of employment.
• Parental leave, eligible from the first day of employment.
• Eligibility for quarterly and annual bonuses, depending on role and site.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED