Quality Inspector; 2nd Shift

Overview

The Quality Inspector (2nd Shift) will serve as a hands‑on problem solver within the Quality Department, taking a dynamic approach to inspecting and evaluating parts for acceptability.

The Quality Inspector (2nd Shift) acts as a safeguard to confirm that high quality products meet and/or exceed customer requirements, ensuring that Phoenix Manufacturing, Inc.’s flight‑critical aerospace components are delivered to specifications. The role will require a team‑oriented individual who embodies the company values of Passion, Integrity, Determination, and Empathy
.

• Passion:
  Belief in the mission and vision—embrace the passion to bring it to life.
• Integrity:
  Acting with honesty, transparency, and truthfulness, even when no one is looking.
• Determination:
  Driven to get the job done, regardless of the challenges.
• Empathy:
  Show regard, respect, and courtesy for one another.

Schedule
:
Monday to Thursday 3:30 PM to 2:00 AM (4 × 10‑hour shifts)

Differential
: 15 %

• Perform inspection of dimensional, layout, assemblies, and fixtures or gauges using a CMM (Coordinate Measuring Machine) or other appropriate measuring devices (e.g., hole locations, contour measurements, shapes that conform within prescribed tolerance to print specifications).
• Inspect first piece, in‑process, and finished products—including first article—by conducting visual and measurement tests; set up and run CMMs to perform inspection processes; document and communicate required corrections and ensure defective product is not delivered to the customer.
• Process and store CMM or manual inspection data in electronic and printed formats (IAW) with internal standard work and SOPs.
• Ensure that standard procedures are followed in all aspects of work, ensuring documentation is accurate and complete (e.g., Traveler Sign‑off).
• Provide training in the use of the CMM and inspection instruments, as needed.
• Inspect parts independently with a high level of integrity to verify product conformance to engineering drawings, specifications, and industry standards.
• Work from shop routers, operation sheets, blueprints, and other specifications to ensure that all manufactured parts or materials are in full compliance.
• Perform receiving inspection from outside suppliers, as needed.
• Perform certification review, material verifications, and visual inspection for compliance.
• Prevent the recurrence of nonconformities by identifying, segregating, and reporting corrective action to the appropriate leadership in accordance with procedures.
• Communicate regularly, verbally or in writing, to internal stakeholders using both electronic and analog systems.
• Utilize office machines including copiers, scanners, phone systems, computers (including email), and other standard equipment.
• Work as a team player in a fast‑paced environment with Manufacturing, Operations, and Production Control.
• Participate in the operation of and compliance with all safety, hazardous material handling, and disposal requirements in accordance with government regulations and company procedures.
• Maintain a clean work environment (including assigned storage and cleaning duties) in full compliance with all internal, customer, and government regulations.
• Interconnect with the Production/Shop Floor management personnel on quality issues and corrective actions, as required.
• Provide technical input in areas that involve process inspection methods and acceptance criteria to Engineering, Purchasing, and Manufacturing, as required.
• Maintain positive, team relationships with internal and external customers, as well as co‑workers.
• Assist with other Inspection Department functions, as required.
• Assist in internal, customer, and third‑party audits, as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or Equivalent Education required.
• Minimum of two (2) years of Manufacturing and Quality Control experience in Aerospace or other complex manufacturing industry with exacting/demanding requirements.
• Preferred CMM Operator using Mitutoyo, proficient with PC‑DMIS, mCOSMO, or Calypso.
• Strong knowledge of GD&T, reading blueprints, and the ability to interpret them accurately.
• Ability to adapt,…