Howmet Aerospace · 8 hours ago
Quality Inspector III
Howmet Aerospace is a leader in aerospace fastening systems and is seeking a Quality Inspector III for their Torrance, CA location. The role involves inspection of products in-process and final areas, utilizing precision tools and ensuring compliance with specifications.
AerospaceManufacturingTransportation
Responsibilities
Must be able to read and interpret work instructions, routers, blueprints, drawings and specifications
Prepare inspection documentation as required by work instructions
Ability to create, update, and populate inspection reports that correlate to associated drawings
Must be able to communicate with multiple departments including Engineering, Manufacturing, Planning, etc
Train new employees in inspection positions as required
Perform Dimensional Inspection of all characteristics of manufactured products
Perform 1st Article inspection using appropriate drawings or specifications to verify part acceptability
Must be familiar with First Article requirements per AS9102
Evaluate MRB (Material Review Board) disposition for accuracy and acceptability
Active involvement in process improvement initiatives, for example audit preparation, 5S, and Continuous Improvement
Comply with all safety policies, procedure, and practices. Report all unsafe activities to supervisor and/or Human Resources
Participate in proactive team effort to achieve departmental and company goals
Perform other duties as assigned
Routine duties are performed with minimal supervision
Prioritize and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
Qualification
Required
Minimum 3+ suggested years of total quality experience in manufacturing or relevant aerospace industry experience
Employee must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position
This position entails access to export-controlled items and employment offers are conditioned upon an applicant's ability to lawfully obtain access to such items
Must be able to read and interpret work instructions, routers, blueprints, drawings and specifications
Prepare inspection documentation as required by work instructions
Ability to create, update, and populate inspection reports that correlate to associated drawings
Must be able to communicate with multiple departments including Engineering, Manufacturing, Planning, etc
Train new employees in inspection positions as required
Perform Dimensional Inspection of all characteristics of manufactured products
Perform 1st Article inspection using appropriate drawings or specifications to verify part acceptability
Must be familiar with First Article requirements per AS9102
Evaluate MRB (Material Review Board) disposition for accuracy and acceptability
Active involvement in process improvement initiatives, for example audit preparation, 5S, and Continuous Improvement
Comply with all safety policies, procedure, and practices. Report all unsafe activities to supervisor and/or Human Resources
Participate in proactive team effort to achieve departmental and company goals
Perform other duties as assigned
Routine duties are performed with minimal supervision
Prioritize and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
Preferred
Be familiar with First Article requirements per AS9102, AS9100
Understanding of Federal Aviation Administration requirements and impacts
Benefits
Health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
Excellent 401k matching program
Paid holidays and vacation
Company
Howmet Aerospace
Howmet Aerospace produces jet engine components, aerospace fasteners, and forged wheels for aerospace and defense applications.
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1B2025-11-03Post Ipo Debt· $500M
2024-08-08Post Ipo Debt· $500M
2016-10-21IPO
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