Quality Inspector

United States of America
Washington
Woodinville
EPD
University Swaging
Quality
On-Site
Full Time

  


12532


With more than 120 operations and approximately 20,000 employees worldwide, Precision Castparts Corp. is the market leader in manufacturing large, complex structural investment castings, airfoil castings, forged components, aerostructures and highly engineered, critical fasteners for aerospace applications. In addition, we are the leading producer of airfoil castings for the industrial gas turbine market. We also manufacture extruded seamless pipe, fittings, and forgings for power generation and oil & gas applications; commercial and military airframe aerostructures; and metal alloys and other materials for the casting and forging industries. With such critical applications, we insist on quality and dependability – not just in the materials and products we make, but in the people we recruit.

PCC is relentless in its dedication to being a high-quality, low-cost and on-time producer; delivering the highest value to its customers while continually pursuing strategic, profitable growth.

In 2016, Berkshire Hathaway, led by Chairman and CEO Warren E. Buffett, acquired Precision Castparts Corp.

Location Profile:

Now part of PCC's Aerostructures Division, University Swaging is a unique machining, swaging, and assembly center providing the industry's most technologically advanced structural and kinematic control rod assemblies, flight control mechanisms, and swaged cable assemblies. Founded in 1947, the company was purchased by Primus in 2000, and before the close of the decade, expanded more than twofold into a new 110,000 square foot facility. The company's success can be attributed to continuity of leadership and a strong vision for growth of capabilities and products. Today the site benefits from shared opportunities and cooperation with KaliStrut Aerospace, which has also maintained a leading market position in the area of metallic rods for more than 35 years. Recent engineering projects include pylon struts, interior tie rods, hold open rods, flight control rods, wing-to-body fairing support rods, door mechanisms and rods, and structural support rods for Airbus, Boeing, Embraer, and Gulfstream. Precision Castparts Corp. acquired Primus International in August 2011.

Position Summary:

Performs assigned work and directs and monitors inspection duties of at least one inspector of a lower rating to independently use predetermined methods, operations, setups, and prescribed specifications to perform in-process and completed inspections of products such as machine parts, mechanical assemblies, purchased standard hardware, and the inspections of applied protective coatings. Uses various measuring devices to perform required inspections and accepts or rejects malfunctioning or non-conforming units or systems. Works from blueprints, digital models, diagrams, or other customer specifications and uses inspection instruments and checklists. May monitor and verify quality in accordance with statistical process or other control procedures.


Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Observe and implement lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methods in all job assignments
  • Ensure product conformity through defined inspection operations using model-based inspection programs, blueprints, specifications, and manufacturing plans as appropriate
  • Identify and segregate non-conforming product; Disposition internal and supplier rejections per BQMS requirements
  • Develop inspection plans; provide work holding, cycle time, and other continuous improvement suggestions
  • Instruct team members in product conformity practices
  • Perform other duties as assigned

 

Required Skills:

  • Thorough understanding of Geometric Dimension and Tolerancing (GD&T) methods per ASM 14.5 including the ability to determine correct elevations, cross section, and detail views
  • Extensive knowledge of common inspection measuring equipment including, but not limited to, surface plates, micrometers, height gauges, radius gauges, protractors, bore gauges, and dial indicators
  • Good working knowledge of Microsoft office
  • Thorough understanding of Syteline/ESI or other ERP systems; working knowledge of Quality-specific software
  • High proficiency in blueprint reading and manufacturing/inspection-related math skills
  • Very good manual dexterity and adept in the use of precision measuring tools
  • Ability to professionally communicate and work cooperatively with others
  • Attention to detail
  • Basic English language skills and the ability to read, follow, and interpret planning and work order instructions
  • Willingness to learn and receive training, and train others as required

 

Required Experience and Education

  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • 2-3 years with recent aircraft machine shop and final inspection experience

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

For informational purposes only, the range of pay for this role is $20 to $30 US Dollar (USD) Hourly based on a variety of factors.  For informational purposes only, this role is eligible to participate in the Company’s Quarterly Cash Bonus Plan, paid out at the quarterly bonus factor of 1X the Company’s bonus multiple, based on the Company’s performance in the applicable quarter. Employees will receive 80 hours paid time off every year. Employees will also receive 10 paid holidays. Employees (and their families) are eligible to participate in the company's medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are eligible to enroll in the Company’s 401(k) plan.
This position requires use of information or access to production processes subject to national security controls under U.S. export control laws and regulations (including, but not limited to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR)). To be qualified to work in this facility, a successful applicant must be a U.S. Person, as defined in those regulations, and able to supply evidence of that qualification prior to starting work or be authorized to receive controlled information under a specific license or permission from the relevant government agency. The U.S. export control regulations define a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), and certain categories of Asylees and Refugees.

This requisition is closed to applications.