Lead Inspector

Lead Inspector

Segers Aero Corporation located in Fairhope, AL is seeking a Lead Inspector to join our team. We offer a competitive benefits package and a 9/80 work schedule that includes every other Friday off.

Purpose of Position:
To assign daily inspection requirements, support the Chief Inspector, and perform inspections in accordance with approved technical data.

Essential Functions:

(must be able to perform these functions, with or without reasonable accommodation)

• Trains, coaches and develops inspectors as necessary to ensure goals are met and proper procedures and policies are followed
• Assists Chief Inspector and Quality Manager in completing inspectors' reviews and documenting work performance
• Assigns daily inspection requirements to support production schedule
• Leads or participates in improvement efforts to improve turn time, reduce errors or reduce costs using continuous improvement tools
• Completes inspections in accordance with approved technical data
• Examines material or product for surface defects such as cracks, pits, and incomplete welds
• Compares products with parts list or sample model to ensure correct configuration
• Uses dimensional inspection tools to complete inspections
• Rejects defective parts and marks type of defect on part, container of parts, or inspection tag
• Utilizes the electronic database to complete transactions
• Completes paperwork required for quality system
• Maintains an understanding of the methodology employed by bureaucratic and government organizations, and skills, to deal with the requirements and systems imposed by these organizations
• Initiates requisitions for quality control equipment and materials as necessary
• Maintains accurate and timely records of inspections
• Travels as required
• Confers with manager to recommend changes such as: equipment utilization, production methods and procedures to increase efficiency of department and promote improvement
• Attends all safety and health training, as required, in a timely manner
• Works when scheduled and complies with company attendance policy
• Works overtime as needed
• Observes and practices all safety procedures and personal policies (e.g., safety-glasses, ear plugs, face shields etc.)

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities: (these are required to enable job holder to perform the essential functions of the job)

• Must be familiar with the engine components, inspection techniques, and tools used to complete the inspection process
• Must be knowledgeable in the use of precision measuring instruments including calipers, micrometers, hard gauges, dial bore gauges, and other surface plate equipment
• Must be able to maintain an effective working relationship with, and among, co-workers and supervisors.
• Must be able to work with little or no supervision and take initiative
• Must be able to use applied knowledge to formulate positive solutions to problem situations
• Must be able to apply common sense
• Must be able to effectively read, write, and communicate in English
• Must be proficient in company specific software and Microsoft Office Word and Excel
• Must be able to comply with OSHA requirements and standards to properly wear all applicable PPE
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. regularly and more, with assistance occasionally
• Must be able to see within 20/20 vision with or without corrective lenses
• Must be able to hear running machinery
• Must be able to use hands, wrists, and fingers repetitively
• Must have exceptional eye-hand coordination
• Must regularly be able to reach overhead
• Must regularly be able to squat, bend, twist and stand
• Must be able to walk around regularly using steps occasionally
• Ability to provide verifications of US citizenship or permanent residency to satisfy ITAR/EAR restrictions

Marginal Functions: (Duties that are likely to be assigned to this person, unless he/she proves unable to perform them after receiving training and/or accommodations that the company judges appropriate)

• Other duties as assigned

Experience and

Education Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must have 5 years' experience in FAR inspection processes.
• FAA Power Plant license preferred.
• Must pass a criminal background check and DOT drug screen and comply with all FAA regulations.
• Jaeger and Ishihara eye exam required upon hire.

Work Conditions:

Frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and vibration. Noise is generally loud.

Our competitive benefits package include :

• Three weeks of vacation
• 10 Paid Holidays
• 401(K) plan that includes an employer matching program (up to 4%)
• Medical Plan
• Telemedicine Program
• Identity Theft Prevention Program
• Dental and Vision (company paid benefit for employee coverage)
• Short Term and Long-Term Disability (company-paid benefit)
• Basic Life/AD&D (company paid benefit / 2x base salary amount)
• Voluntary - Supplemental Life/AD&D coverage options
• Spouse & Child Life coverage options
• Flexible Spending Account (Medical & Dependent Care options)
• Employee Assistance Program (company-paid, includes three free counseling…