Sr. Mfg. Inspector

Moog • Buffalo, NY

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Moog is seeking a Senior QA Manufacturing Inspector for its Space and Defense Group to support first-shift operations. The position is onsite in East Aurora, New York. The inspector plans and performs complex first-piece and first-article inspections to AS9100 standards, assesses manufacturing process risk, inspects parts, and supports audits, production, engineering, training, and problem-solving activities. The role requires proficiency with automated and manual measuring and test equipment.

The position requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Moog describes its workplace as inclusive and driven by its 12 core values.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience in quality inspection in a manufacturing setting.
• High school diploma or GED preferred; otherwise, demonstrated ability to understand and apply verbal, written, and computer work instructions or training in English, and to perform simple addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Proficiency in the use and understanding of automated and manual measuring and test equipment.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Plan and perform complex first-piece inspections and first-article inspections to AS9100 standards to assess manufacturing process effectiveness and operator or technician competency.
• Assess process risk arising from setup variations, tools, ambiguous instructions, measuring-equipment limitations, human factors, and suboptimal manufacturing methods.
• Aid in business system audits and product audits.
• Inspect parts using inspection techniques and layouts of varying complexity.
• Support manufacturing and production management in ensuring workmanship standards are met.
• Assist engineering disciplines with process improvement and investigative inspection activities.
• Help train operators and inspectors in best practices, procedures, and inspection techniques.
• Assist problem-solving activities by evaluating identified nonconformities.
• Use and understand automated and manual measuring and test equipment.

Benefits

• Great compensation package and bonus opportunities.
• Matching 401(k).
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan at select locations.
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts.
• Flexible paid time off and holidays.
• Parental leave program.
• Relocation assistance.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• Employee Assistance Plan and other supplemental benefit coverages.
• Tuition assistance.
• Mentorship and coaching opportunities.
• Leadership development and personal growth programs.
• Employee Resource Groups.

What This Job Offers

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