Quality Assurance Inspector - D Shift This shift runs Thursday - Sunday 6pm to 6am after the training period. Tests and inspects products at various stages of production process and compiles and evaluates statistical data to determine and maintain quality and reliability of products.Who are we? Founded in 1849, Ducommun is the oldest company in California. Starting as a hardware supply store during the California Gold Rush and eventually assisted in the birth of the aerospace industry in Southern California by providing aircraft aluminum to early aerospace pioneers like Lindbergh, Douglas and Lockheed. Today Ducommun is a global provider of innovative manufacturing solutions for customers in the aerospace, defense and industrial markets. We specialize in electronic and structural systems, producing complex products and components for commercial aircraft platforms, mission-critical military and space programs, and sophisticated industrial applications. Our Facility in Parsons, Ks manufactures precision parts for passenger and military aircraft. Travelers around the world count on our employees for their commitment to quality. Why Ducommun?
- Excellent company culture – as recognized by Newsweek’s Top 100 Most Loved Workplaces
- Clean working environment
- Opportunity for career growth
- Great benefits including paid vacation and sick time, 401K match, Employee Stock Purchase Program, annual bonus plan, and tuition reimbursement
Job Summary
- Interprets engineering drawings, schematic diagrams, or formulas and confers with management or engineering staff to determine quality and reliability standards.
- Selects products for tests at specified stages in production process, and tests products for variety of qualities such as dimensions, performance, and mechanical, electrical, or chemical characteristics.
- Records test data.
- Evaluates data and writes reports to validate or indicate deviations from existing standards.
- Recommends modifications of existing quality or production standards to achieve optimum quality within limits of equipment capability.
- May prepare graphs or charts of data or enters data into computer for analysis.
- Performs flat plate first parts and production inspection and supports production personnel in determining conformance of product by using product acceptance media.
- Completes First Article Inspection Reports.
- Generates MRR Tags.
- Participates in quality meetings.
- Performs Receiving Inspection and validates Product Verification.
- Performs Final Inspection/Dimensional Inspection and reviews work orders for accuracy.
- Facilitates Customer Source Inspection (Parts & Tooling) less the “Scheduling” of these activities.
- Works with Production Expeditors and maintains and facilitates the Shop Risk System.
- Supports, prepares for, and facilitates customer source inspection.
- Perform calibration on various tools
- Responsible for the proper handling and management of hazardous waste generated in their work area.
- Performs other duties and assignments as directed.
Required Skills and Qualifications
- Basic computer knowledge and skills
- Ability to use measuring instruments including but not limited to calipers, height gage, and scales
- Ability to determine acceptable product versus unacceptable product at inspection stages
- Ability to prepare and present “source inspection packages” to customer source inspectors
- Has a good memory for detail
- Strong analytical and communication skills
- Conscientious, organized and meticulous – records must be accurate and maintained
- Read and understand internal procedures and policies
- Understand and follow through on both verbal and written instructions
- Team oriented with a continuous improvement outlook
Required Experience and Education
- High School Diploma; up to 3 years related experience in job function and/or training; equivalent combination of education and experience
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, mylars and other inspection media
- Knowledge of ISO and SPC is a plus
- Basic computer knowledge and skills
This is a generic job posting for a. Depending on the candidate’s skills, qualifications and experience, they will be hired into an entry (I) level, intermediate (II) level or expert (III) level job and pay scale.
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3333 Main Street Parsons, Kansas, 67357 United States