Quality Inspector (1st Shift)

Barnes•East Granby, CT
•$23 - $40

About The Position

Barnes Aerospace is hiring a Quality Inspector to perform final inspections of finished aerospace engine parts and components. The role involves visual and dimensional inspection, measuring part features and holes using required gauging and measuring equipment, checking parts against customer requirements, interpreting operation sheets and blueprints, determining whether parts meet acceptance criteria, and preparing associated paperwork. The position is based in East Granby, Connecticut, and is scheduled for the first shift, Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The posted pay range is $23.00 to $40.00 per hour. The role may involve access to controlled information or technology subject to U.S. export control laws.

Requirements

  • At least 2 years of inspection experience in an aerospace or general manufacturing environment.
  • Previous experience performing dimensional and visual inspection in an aerospace environment.
  • Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical documents, blueprints, repair manuals, and customer specifications.
  • Working knowledge of analog measurement, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T), gauges, micrometers, borescopes, and other measuring tools.
  • Ability to multitask in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
  • High school diploma or equivalent.

Nice To Haves

  • Proficiency operating CMMs using PCDMIS and/or MODUS software.
  • Previous experience performing incoming, in-process, or final inspections in a turbine engine repair environment.

Responsibilities

  • Perform final inspection of finished aerospace engine parts and components.
  • Measure features and holes on parts and components to determine whether they meet customer requirements.
  • Conduct visual and dimensional inspections using required gauging and measuring equipment.
  • Interpret operation sheets and blueprints to meet customer requirements.
  • Ensure inspected parts meet acceptance criteria.
  • Prepare required associated paperwork.

Benefits

  • Competitive wages and shift differentials.
  • Paid time off, vacation, and holidays.
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contributions for eligible medical plan participants.
  • Flexible spending accounts (FSAs).
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions.
  • Life and disability insurance.
  • Employee assistance program (EAP).
  • Wellness programs.
  • Tuition reimbursement.
  • Employee discounts.
  • Voluntary accident and critical illness coverage.
  • Pet insurance.
  • Work-life support resources.
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