Quality Inspector – Manufacturing

AAA USA • Hanahan, SC

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About The Position

AAA United States, Inc . has partnered with a company in Hanahan, SC that is a leading global aerospace company and top U.S. exporter, customer develops, manufactures and services commercial airplanes, defense products and space systems for customers in more than 150 countries. Essential Functions: Verifies routine product conformance to design requirements. Provides objective evidence of results. Performs auditing, surveillance and monitoring. Identifies and documents discrepancies. Segregates and controls non-conforming items. Conducts product review with customer during product or process verification. Identifies repetitive or significant non-conformances and initiates requests for corrective action.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED is typically the minimum requirement.
• Proficiency in using precision measuring instruments: Calipers, micrometers, height gauges, thread gauges, etc. are routinely used to verify dimensions and tolerances.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and engineering specifications: Essential for comparing received items against design requirements.
• Strong computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook): Essential for documentation, report generation, and communication.
• Strong attention to detail: A critical requirement for meticulous examination of materials and documentation.

Nice To Haves

• Relevant experience, 2-4 years, in quality inspection, especially in manufacturing or related environments like aerospace, is highly valued.
• Experience with First Article Inspections (FAI): Ensuring initial production runs meet specifications.
• Familiarity with quality standards and specifications: Understanding industry guidelines (like AS9100 in aerospace) and internal company standards.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma principles: Can be beneficial for process improvement.
• Experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) or Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) (e.g., SAP, Oracle): Used for managing inventory, tracking orders, and documenting inspection results.
• Experience using quality management software (e.g., TIPQA): For managing inspection processes and documentation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills: To identify root causes of defects, analyze inspection data, and recommend corrective actions.

Responsibilities

• Verifies routine product conformance to design requirements.
• Provides objective evidence of results.
• Performs auditing, surveillance and monitoring.
• Identifies and documents discrepancies.
• Segregates and controls non-conforming items.
• Conducts product review with customer during product or process verification.
• Identifies repetitive or significant non-conformances and initiates requests for corrective action.

What This Job Offers

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