AS 9100, Aerospace and Defense, American Society for Quality (ASQ), Aviation Industry, Blueprints, Calibration, Capability Maturity Model (CMM), Comparator, Corrective Action, Detail Oriented, Documentation, Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing, High Reliability, High School Diploma, ISO 9001, Machining, Manufacturing, Military, Problem Solving Skills, Quality Control, Quality Management, Quality Metrics, Record Keeping, Statistical Process Control, Total Quality Management (TQM), Vision Comparator, Writing Skills
About the Company
We are a vertically integrated, ISO 9001 and AS9100-certified manufacturer of high-reliability precision connectors and interconnect systems for the military, aerospace, commercial aviation, and transportation markets. Operating from a 200,000 sq. ft. manufacturing facility in Torrance, quality is at the core of everything we build.
Position Summary
We are seeking a detail-driven Quality Control Inspector for our 2nd shift to verify that machined components and connector assemblies meet stringent customer and aerospace specifications. This role is essential to our Total Quality Management program and ensures defect-free product reaches our customers.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform in-process, first-article, and final inspection of machined parts and connector assemblies
- Inspect components using calipers, micrometers, height gauges, optical comparators, and CMM equipment
- Interpret blueprints, GD&T, and engineering specifications
- Document inspection results and maintain quality records per ISO 9001 and AS9100 requirements
- Support statistical process control (SPC) and digital measurement initiatives
- Identify, tag, and segregate nonconforming material; initiate corrective action reports
- Collaborate with production and engineering to resolve quality issues in real time
- Maintain calibration records and ensure measurement equipment is current
Qualifications
- 3+ years of quality inspection experience in a precision machining or aerospace manufacturing environment
- Proficient with precision measuring instruments (calipers, micrometers, comparators, CMM)
- Strong ability to read blueprints and interpret GD&T
- Knowledge of ISO 9001 and AS9100 quality standards
- Experience with SPC and inspection documentation
- High attention to detail and strong written documentation skills
- Availability to work 2nd shift
- High school diploma or equivalent; quality certification (ASQ) a plus