Aerospace Quality Inspector

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Regular Full-Time Pekin, IL, US

Salary Range: $20.00 To $24.00 Annually

DCX-CHOL Enterprises Inc. is a leading source for high performance interconnect products. We design, engineer, and produce cable assemblies, wiring harnesses, conduit assemblies, custom connectors, wire enclosures and much more!

We are privately held American owned small business made up of five (5) vertically integrated manufacturing and assembly divisions, each with their own history, specializations and products.

We are looking for dependable, fast paced, hard-working individuals with experience as a Quality Inspector 1 with the following qualifications and experience:

The Aerospace Quality Inspector I plays a pivotal role in ensuring the precision, reliability, and compliance of aerospace components and systems through meticulous inspection and measurement. The ideal candidate possesses a keen eye for detail, a solid understanding of aerospace quality standards, and proficiency in utilizing a variety of precision measuring tools.

• Monday through Thursday (4-Day, 40-Hour Workweek)
  • 6:00AM - 4:30PM
  • Possible OT on Friday and/or Saturday as production demands require
• Hourly;
  Full-Time $20 to $24/HR (Depending on Experience)

• Utilize a range of precision measuring tools to assess dimensions, tolerances, and alignments of parts, ensuring they meet engineering drawings and requirements.
• Perform inspections at various stages of the manufacturing process, from raw materials to final assembly, to identify defects or deviations.
• Record and document inspection results, maintaining accurate and organized records of measurements, observations, and findings.
• Collaborate with manager and production teams to address quality-related concerns and provide input for continuous improvement initiatives.
• Conduct visual inspections to identify surface defects, anomalies, and irregularities, ensuring components meet cosmetic and visual standards.
• Use coordinate measuring machines (CMM) and other advanced metrology equipment to inspect complex geometric features and three-dimensional components.
• Ensure proper torque application using torque wrenches during assembly, preventing under-tightening and over-tightening.
• Analyze and interpret measurement data to make informed decisions regarding component acceptance or rejection.
• Maintain a safe and organized work environment, adhering to safety protocols and best practices in aerospace manufacturing.

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical or vocational training in quality assurance or aerospace technology is preferred.
• Proven experience as an aerospace quality inspector or in a similar role within the aerospace or manufacturing industry.
• Proficiency in using a variety of precision measuring tools, including calipers, micrometers, height gauges, thread gauges, CMM, and more.
• Familiarity with aerospace quality standards such as AS9100 and ISO 9001.
• Strong understanding of engineering drawings, specifications, and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
• Excellent attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and the ability to make accurate judgments based on measurement data.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments to resolve quality issues.
• Knowledge of safety protocols and practices within aerospace manufacturing environments.
• Computer proficiency, including experience with digital readout (DRO) systems and basic data entry.
• Certification or training in quality inspection methods and tools is a plus.

This job operates in a professional office environment and manufacturing production facility. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax and scanning machines.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.…