What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Mechanical Inspector Level 2 - Aerospace (Part Time) *First Shift position at SQA Services, Inc.?
For nearly 30 years, SQA Services has been a leading provider of managed supplier quality services, offering audits, assessments, remote surveillance, corrective actions, remediation, inspections, and engineering solutions to manufacturers across all industries. We deliver these services by deploying a network of highly skilled associates based throughout the United States and in over 90 countries worldwide, ensuring rapid on-site support at your supplier locations. Our associates are expert quality assurance professionals with extensive experience and local expertise, enabling us to represent our clients on-demand and with greater speed and efficiency than our competitors.
We’re hiring for a Quality Mechanical Inspector position in Mid-West Region. The schedule is on first shift, 25 - 30 hours per week, Monday - Friday, on an as-needed basis. If you have a passion for mechanical products and a keen eye for quality, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!
Key Responsibilities
- You will be conducting precision mechanical inspections at one or more client suppliers in Indianapolis, and other areas in the Midwest.
- Perform precision inspection verifications on mechanical parts, components, assemblies, and materials
- Inspection may include but is not limited to purchased parts, in-process and final assemblies, and materials for workmanship and conformance to specifications/drawings
- Perform surface plate inspection of the first article, in-process, and lot sample parts if required
- Utilize inspection equipment such as micrometers, gauge blocks, dial indicators, height gauges, optical comparators, profilometers, and coordinate measuring machines (CMMs) if necessary
- Visual acuity and the ability to detect defects in highly complex products
- Verify documentation packages to industry/commodity-specific standards
- Classify defect types, and verify rework conducted during the time of the inspection
Required Qualifications
- 5 years of hands-on experience with precision mechanical parts inspection.
- Strong ability to read and interpret manufacturing drawings and industry/commodity standards.
- Proficient in GD&T and validating dimensions (tolerances ≥.005”) using hand tools (e.g., indicators, micrometers, calipers, height gauges).
- Experience with certificates of conformance and inspection documentation.
- Ability to adapt to new technology and software.
- Excellent visual acuity to detect defects in complex products.
Preferred Qualifications
- Associate's degree or higher in a related field, or equivalent experience.
- Certification in inspection techniques or GD&T is a plus.
Note:
SQA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment is based on merit and qualifications, and is not influenced by race, color, religion, gender, national origin, veteran status, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other legally protected status.
This position requires access to ITAR-controlled technical data and/or defense articles. As such, the candidate must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder) to comply with the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Applicants who do not meet these criteria will not be considered for this role.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract
Pay: $32.00 - $33.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
Application Question(s):
- What measurement hand tools are you familiar with using to conduct mechanical inspections?
- What is your experience with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance?
- What type of Quality inspection parts have you done? (Ex. Electromechanical, Machining, Composite, etc.)
- Are you familiar with a certificate of conformance? (COC)
- This role has limited medical benefits for full time employees after 2 months. No dental or vision benefits. Do you agree to these terms?
- Are you open to part time, 25 hours a week on first shift? This is a travel inspector job where you will travel to one or more supplier sites and support source inspections throughout the week on an as needed basis.
Work Location: In person
Salary : $32 - $33
