Quality Inspector I Aerospace
About The Position
The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc. is seeking a Quality Inspector I for its Aerospace Division in Seattle. The role performs inspections to determine whether manufactured products meet customer requirements and applicable standards. It includes receiving, first-part, in-process, and final inspections of simple items, as well as verifying required documentation and assisting with corrective actions. The inspector also helps identify problems, raises them with a lead or supervisor, and supports adherence to company safety and health standards. Continuing education classes are required. The organization’s mission is to empower people who are blind, DeafBlind, and blind with other disabilities through employment and other opportunities. The position requires working effectively with employees across departments and communicating with people who may use Braille, large print, an interpreter, or voice-only communication. The schedule is assigned, and the job posting lists the shift as “Any.”
Requirements
- High school degree or equivalent preferred.
- Basic knowledge of inspection devices and tools required.
- Strong sense of responsibility, initiative, and teamwork.
- Ability to work effectively with employees at all levels and across departments, including people who may require Braille, large print, interpreter, or voice-only communication.
- Basic PC skills, including Microsoft Suites and data entry.
- Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and maintain strong organizational skills.
- Ability to follow clear instructions and provide prompt feedback or results.
- Ability to work the schedule as assigned.
Nice To Haves
- Previous quality inspection experience in aerospace.
- Shop math.
- Strong math skills.
- Motivation for self-improvement.
- Self-starter qualities and reliability.
Responsibilities
- Inspect products and determine acceptability according to customer requirements.
- Perform receiving, first-part, in-process, and final inspections of simple items.
- Understand customer requirements and ensure compliance with standards.
- Verify that required documentation is complete to assure process control.
- Assist the Quality Engineer and others with corrective action.
- Attend required continuing education classes.
- Help detect problems and confer with a lead or supervisor to resolve them.
- Monitor personnel, machinery, and the work environment for adherence to company safety and health standards, policies, and procedures.
- Immediately notify a supervisor and/or Safety Manager of safety or health concerns and problems.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- 12 paid holidays per year.
- Up to 17 days of paid time off (PTO) per year.
- Medical, dental, and vision plans.
- Long-term and short-term disability insurance.
- AD&D insurance.
- Life insurance.
- 403(b) retirement plan with 6% employer match.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Team Member Referral Bonus Program.
- Paid leave for service animal training.
- Focus on upward mobility.
- Inclusive and supportive team environment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
