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Quality Inspector

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Long Beach, CA

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$20–$28 Per Hour
SKILLS
AS 9100, Aerospace and Defense, Calibration, Capability Maturity Model (CMM), Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Corrective Action, Customer Support/Service, Detail Oriented, Documentation, Engineering Drawing, Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing, Internal Audit, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Microsoft Office, People Management, Problem Solving Skills, Procedure Implementation, Production Systems, Purchase Orders, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Quality Management, Quality Metrics, Record Keeping, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Requirements, Restricted Materials, Root Cause Analysis, Safety Compliance, Support Documentation, Training/Teaching, Vision Comparator
LOCATION
Long Beach, CA
POSTED
6 days ago
Quality Inspector - Aerospace Manufacturing

Location: Greater Los Angeles Area
Industry: Aerospace / Defense Manufacturing
Shift: Day Shift (M-F / 7:00am - 3:45pm)
Pay Range: $20.00 - $28.00 per hour

Position Overview

A precision aerospace manufacturing company in the Greater Los Angeles area is seeking an experienced Quality Inspector to support inspection and quality assurance activities within a high-precision production environment.

This position is responsible for verifying that purchased and internally manufactured components meet engineering drawings, customer specifications, and aerospace quality standards. The inspector will perform dimensional and visual inspections, support quality documentation, and assist with continuous improvement initiatives within the quality department.

Key Responsibilities

  • Inspect incoming, in-process, and finished components to verify compliance with engineering drawings, purchase orders, and specifications.

  • Perform visual, dimensional, and mechanical inspections using appropriate inspection equipment.

  • Conduct First Article Inspections (FAI) in accordance with AS9102 requirements, including completion of required documentation.

  • Verify dimensions and geometric tolerances using inspection tools such as:

    • Micrometers

    • Calipers

    • Height gauges

    • Optical comparators

    • Microscopes

    • Coordinate measuring equipment (CMM) when applicable
  • Interpret engineering drawings and GD&T requirements to determine product conformance.

  • Review manufacturing travelers and inspection instructions to ensure required inspection steps are completed.

  • Document inspection results and maintain quality records in company systems.

  • Assist with root cause investigations and corrective action activities related to non-conforming product.

  • Participate in internal quality reviews and continuous improvement initiatives.

  • Support process audits and compliance checks to ensure adherence to quality procedures.

  • Perform verification of inspection tools and assist with calibration tracking activities.

  • Monitor shelf-life controlled materials and maintain required inspection documentation.

  • Assist with first piece inspections during production runs.

  • Provide support during customer or regulatory audits when required.

  • Maintain inspection documentation and records through electronic systems and scanning processes.

  • Provide guidance or training support for junior inspectors when necessary.
Qualifications

Education

  • High School Diploma or equivalent required
Experience

  • Minimum 3 years of experience as a Quality Inspector in a manufacturing environment

  • Aerospace manufacturing experience strongly preferred
Skills & Knowledge

  • Working knowledge of AS9100 aerospace quality standards

  • Strong understanding of AS9102 First Article Inspection requirements

  • Proficiency interpreting engineering drawings and GD&T

  • Experience using common precision inspection tools and measurement equipment

  • Knowledge of calibration practices and inspection tool verification

  • Strong documentation and record-keeping skills

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (especially Excel)
Professional Skills

  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to product quality

  • Ability to communicate effectively with production, engineering, and quality teams

  • Critical thinking and structured problem-solving ability

  • Ability to work both independently and in a team environment

  • Commitment to maintaining high ethical and quality standards
Additional Responsibilities

  • Participate in continuous improvement initiatives

  • Support departmental quality training activities

  • Assist with customer and internal audit preparation

  • Maintain compliance with safety and regulatory requirements

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