Quality Control Bench Inspector

Location: Portland, CT

Pay Range: $24-29/hr

A client in Portland, Connecticut, servicing the aerospace industry is in need of a Quality Control Bench Inspector. The primary responsibility of this position is to uphold quality standards by examining incoming materials, in-process components, and final products. The inspector will ensure adherence to engineering specifications, conduct dimensional inspections, and meticulously record inspection results.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect in-process and final products through visual assessments and dimensional measurements to confirm compliance with specifications.
• Review purchase orders, blueprints, operation sheets, special process certifications, and other specifications to ascertain that parts and materials meet requirements.
• Conduct intricate dimensional layout inspections using operation sheets and engineering drawings.
• Apply Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) principles to assess part conformity.
• Complete Inspection Method Sheets and maintain precise inspection records.
• Validate special process certifications against relevant part specifications.
• Perform first-piece inspections and First Article Inspections (FAIs).
• Identify and record nonconforming materials or components and relay findings to appropriate personnel.
• Cooperate with production and quality teams to address inspection concerns and uphold product quality.

Required Qualifications

• 2–8 years of inspection experience in aerospace or a comparable manufacturing field.
• Proficient in GD&T, blueprint interpretation, and dimensional inspection.
• Ability to interpret operation sheets, purchase orders, specifications, and special process certifications.
• Experience with precision measuring instruments to confirm dimensional requirements.
• Strong analytical abilities, shop math proficiency, and keen attention to detail.
• Ability to assess manufacturing methods and procedures for compliance with quality standards.
• Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
• Capability to maintain comprehensive and accurate inspection documentation.