Quality Inspector - 2nd Shift

Ducommun•Town of Coxsackie, NY

10d•$18 - $21

About The Position

Quality Inspector The QA Cell Inspector will provide Quality Inspection and auditing coverage on second shift in all areas of manufacturing, receiving, and shipping. They will document and aid in the correction of discrepant products produced in each area and be a catalyst for change for operations by actively supporting process improvements throughout the company. 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. Why Ducommun? Excellent company culture – as recognized by Newsweek’s Top 100 Most Loved Workplaces Clean and climate controlled 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

Requirements

HS Diploma or equivalent required. Associates degree in a related field preferred.
One (1) year inspection experience in metals manufacturing environment preferred.
Ability to use a variety of precision measuring tools.
Ability to read, understand, edit and update Standard Operating Procedures.
Basic understanding of CMM operations.
Possess a thorough understanding of inspection requirements.
Team-oriented with an understanding of CI initiatives.
Must be able to communicate effectively.
Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Frequently required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.
Annual baseline hearing test is required.
Occasionally required to sit, stoop, kneel, or crouch.
Must be able to frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Associates degree in a related field preferred.
One (1) year inspection experience in metals manufacturing environment preferred.

Responsibilities

Acts as the catalyst for implementation of the Company’s quality philosophy of “right the first time” approach rather than inspecting quality into the product at a later stage.
Performs all inspection requirements specified on the Traveler.
Leads the Cell meeting as necessary.
Leads Cell defective material reviews.
Identifies rejection history in the Cell and works with the other Cell members to develop and implement changes that will eliminate the root cause for the defect.
Leads the development of the response to any Corrective Action reports issued to the Cell.
Performs the required verification follow-up to the CAR response submitted by the Cell.
Completes all necessary customer documentation for inspection activities.
Trains others and assumes a leadership role as necessary.
Acts as a resource for performing First Piece Inspection of production runs in the Cell.
Acts as a liaison between the Cell members and other functional areas for resolving issues that hinder the production of products in the Cell, which may include interfacing with Customers.
Schedules, assigns, and oversees audits of the processes performed in the Cell for compliance to written Procedures.
Interprets and explains Customer specifications.
Reviews, recommends, and approves changes to written procedures as required to keep the procedures in line operation and Customer requirements.
Performs and documents the Periodic Inspection of inspection tools and media used in the manufacture and inspection of product.
Performs necessary testing on products to ensure compliance with customer requirements.
Operates the Coordinate Measuring Machine to perform product verification.
Possesses problem solving ability and skills.
Applies Lean / Six Sigma methodologies to analyze complex issues. Applies and understands Ducommun 6S programs.
Performs other duties as assigned or required by the position.