Quality Inspector

Quality Inspector

Full Time Middletown, CT, US

Salary Range: $30.00 To $34.00 Hourly

At Aero Flow Technologies, we specialize in creating complex tube and duct assemblies using high-performance materials capable of withstanding extreme pressure, temperature, and chemical interactions. You can even find our products aboard NASA’s Space Launch System and in the F-35 fighter jets. That’s the level of quality and innovation you’ll be part of when you join our team.

We are seeking a Quality Inspector to perform inspections and other quality assurance functions in support of manufacturing.

• Perform inspections/verifications on product, components, and processes based upon specified requirements. Use of inspection equipment from basic to complex (e.g. CMM). These include in-process, first piece/article, and final inspections.
• Perform receiving inspection on raw materials, components and supplier receipts.
• Implement and maintain systems that are related to the AS & ISO Quality Management System.
• Maintain records concerning supplier performance both present and historically.
• Interface with purchasing on issues related to approved sources.
• Document, file and identify raw material and associated certifications.
• Maintain appropriate verification documents based on inspection data/duties performed.
• Gather quality data and present the results in an organized manner.
• Process non-conformances.
• Interface with other individuals on issues related to quality. Aid operators in understanding and interpreting quality specifications and procedures.
• Aid the Quality Manager on issues related to product performance, supplier performance or system performance.
• Perform and document inspections in accordance with customer requirements.
• Present jobs for source inspection.
• Customer and supplier interface (phone, e-mail and in person) for management of day to day activities where required.
• Utilization of ERP system and customer portals, where applicable, to manage inspection data and work activities.
• Recommend and implement process improvements.
• Understand and use the following basic decision-making process so quality and timely decisions will be made that are supported and understood relative to the essential functions or the impact thereon:
• Requesting or determining that a decision or action need to be made (the requestors are not necessarily the decision maker(s);
• Involving the “right people”, including those affected by the potential decision and those who have meaningful knowledge so they can contribute facts and opinions, if need be;
• identifying a criteria for a successful decision, including the likely risks; and
• Determining and communicating how the decision making will be made (e.g. unanimous, consensus, single decision maker).

• A genuine belief in continuous improvement and disciplined processes and a willingness to analyze, challenge and change processes, if needed, to create a more efficient environment and culture.
• Organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Dependability — Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations.
• Integrity — Job requires being honest and ethical.
• Additional position specific qualifications.
• Familiarity with gages and measurement techniques.
• Able to understand and interpret blueprints, specifications, operations sheets, etc.
• Understands Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing.

We offer a full suite of employee benefits such as medical, dental, and vision insurance; as well as paid vacation, paid personal time, and various opportunities to give back to your local community. We also strongly encourage and provide opportunities for learning and professional development. Our Learning & Development team has put together in‑house training on subjects like front‑line supervisor essentials, how to manage conflict in the workplace, and many others.

We’re proud of the fact that we are strongly rooted in being an inclusive, people‑focused organization. Our company culture reflects values like integrity, ownership, and authenticity. We take these to heart, and if you do as well, you’ll fit right in.

Aero Flow Technologies is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. We will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations.

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