Job Title: Quality Inspector (Manufacturing / AS9100)

Position Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Quality Inspector with a strong background in manufacturing and working knowledge of AS9100 Quality Management Systems. The Quality Inspector will be responsible for inspecting materials, components, and finished products to ensure compliance with customer requirements, engineering specifications, industry standards, and company quality procedures. The ideal candidate will have experience in aerospace, defense, or precision manufacturing environments and a commitment to maintaining the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform incoming, in-process, and final inspections of manufactured products and components.
• Verify product conformity to engineering drawings, specifications, work instructions, and customer requirements.
• Conduct dimensional inspections using precision measuring equipment including calipers, micrometers, height gauges, bore gauges, and CMM reports.
• Review manufacturing documentation, certificates of conformity, material certifications, and inspection reports.
• Ensure compliance with AS9100, ISO 9001, customer requirements, and internal quality procedures.
• Identify and document non-conforming materials and products; initiate corrective action processes as required.
• Support root cause analysis and corrective/preventive action activities.
• Maintain accurate inspection records and quality documentation.
• Participate in internal audits and support external customer and regulatory audits.
• Work closely with Production, Engineering, and Quality teams to resolve quality-related issues.
• Monitor process compliance and recommend quality improvements.
• Ensure proper calibration status of inspection equipment before use.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical certification or associate degree preferred.
• Minimum 3-5 years of Quality Inspection experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience working within an AS9100-certified organization required.
• Strong understanding of blueprint reading, GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing), and inspection techniques.
• Proficient with precision measuring instruments and inspection tools.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Knowledge of quality tools, non-conformance reporting, and corrective action processes.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems and quality management software is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Aerospace or defense manufacturing experience.