First Aritcle Inspector

First Article Inspector (Aerospace)

Shift: (M-Thur 3:30pm-1am) +8% Shift Differential
Location: Phoenix, AZ

Why Join Us?

Join a precision-driven manufacturing team where quality is critical to mission success. This opportunity offers a stable Temp-hire position in a high-standard production environment focused on aerospace and precision components. You will play a key role in ensuring product conformity through First Article, in-process, and final inspection activities while working closely with engineering and production teams. If you take pride in accuracy, attention to detail, and working with high-spec components, this is an excellent opportunity to grow your inspection career.

Responsibilities

• Perform First Article, in-process, incoming, and final inspections of manufactured components and assemblies
• Follow manufacturing plans, inspection procedures, and customer specifications to accurately determine product acceptance
• Inspect parts using precision measuring tools, functional gauges, and test fixtures
• Utilize sampling plans to verify product conformity and compliance with requirements
• Identify, document, and segregate nonconforming material for proper disposition and resolution
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, technical specifications, and manufacturing instructions
• Record and report inspection results using computer-based systems, including variable data and SPC documentation
• Review product and inspection history to identify trends and support quality analysis
• Ensure compliance with workmanship standards and quality system requirements (AS9100/ISO environments where applicable)
• Support administrative tasks including documentation control, reporting, and inspection record preparation
• Collaborate with quality, engineering, and production teams to resolve discrepancies and improve processes

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required
• 1–3+ years of inspection experience in a manufacturing environment (aerospace or semiconductor preferred)
• Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and inspection procedures
• Experience using mechanical and electrical inspection tools (calipers, micrometers, gauges, test fixtures, etc.)
• Understanding of GD&T principles and application in inspection processes
• Familiarity with SPC (Statistical Process Control) methods and reporting
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes including machining and special processes (heat treat, plating, welding, etc.)
• Strong basic math, analytical, and organizational skills
• Computer proficiency for data entry, reporting, and inspection documentation

Physical Requirements

• Vision correctable to 20/25 required
• Must pass color vision testing for visual inspection requirements

Location & Shift

• Location: Phoenix, AZ
• Shift: 2nd Shift M-T 3:30pm-1am

• Nesco Resource is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics with respect to employment opportunities.