Lead Inspector

Job Description

Job Description

Segers Aero Corporation located in Fairhope, AL is seeking a Lead Inspector to join our team. We offer a competitive benefits package and a 9/80 work schedule that includes every other Friday off. Apply today!

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Purpose of Position: To assign daily inspection requirements, support the Chief Inspector, and perform inspections in accordance with approved technical data.

Essential Functions: (must be able to perform these functions, with or without reasonable accommodation)

• Trains, coaches and develops inspectors as necessary to ensure goals are met and proper procedures and policies are followed
• Assists Chief Inspector and Quality Manager in completing inspectors’ reviews and documenting work performance
• Assigns daily inspection requirements to support production schedule
• Leads or participates in improvement efforts to improve turn time, reduce errors or reduce costs using continuous improvement tools
• Completes inspections in accordance with approved technical data
• Examines material or product for surface defects such as cracks, pits, and incomplete welds
• Compares products with parts list or sample model to ensure correct configuration
• Uses dimensional inspection tools to complete inspections
• Rejects defective parts and marks type of defect on part, container of parts, or inspection tag
• Utilizes the electronic database to complete transactions
• Completes paperwork required for quality system
• Maintains an understanding of the methodology employed by bureaucratic and government organizations, and skills, to deal with the requirements and systems imposed by these organizations
• Initiates requisitions for quality control equipment and materials as necessary
• Maintains accurate and timely records of inspections
• Travels as required
• Confers with manager to recommend changes such as: equipment utilization, production methods and procedures to increase efficiency of department and promote improvement
• Attends all safety and health training, as required, in a timely manner
• Works when scheduled and complies with company attendance policy
• Works overtime as needed
• Observes and practices all safety procedures and personal policies (e.g., safety-glasses, ear plugs, face shields etc.)

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities: (these are required to enable job holder to perform the essential functions of the job)

• Must be familiar with the engine components, inspection techniques, and tools used to complete the inspection process
• Must be knowledgeable in the use of precision measuring instruments including calipers, micrometers, hard gauges, dial bore gauges, and other surface plate equipment
• Must be able to maintain an effective working relationship with, and among, co-workers and supervisors.
• Must be able to work with little or no supervision and take initiative
• Must be able to use applied knowledge to formulate positive solutions to problem situations
• Must be able to apply common sense
• Must be able to effectively read, write, and communicate in English
• Must be proficient in company specific software and Microsoft Office Word and Excel
• Must be able to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using fractions and decimals; compute percentages, ratios, rates and interpret graphs
• Must be able to comply with OSHA requirements and standards to properly wear all applicable PPE
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. regularly and more, with assistance occasionally
• Must be able to see within 20/20 vision with or without corrective lenses
• Must be able to hear running machinery
• Must be able to use hands, wrists, and fingers repetitively
• Must have exceptional eye-hand coordination
• Must regularly be able to reach overhead
• Must regularly be able to squat, bend, twist and stand
• Must be able to walk around regularly using steps occasionally
• Ability to provide verifications of US citizenship or permanent residency to satisfy ITAR/EAR restrictions

Marginal Functions: (Duties that are likely to be assigned to this person, unless he/she proves unable to perform them after receiving training and/or accommodations that the company judges appropriate)

• Other duties as assigned

Experience and Education Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must have 5 years’ experience in FAR inspection processes.
• FAA Power Plant license preferred.
• Must pass a criminal background check and DOT drug screen and comply with all FAA regulations.
• Jaeger and Ishihara eye exam required upon hire.

Work Conditions:

Frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and vibration. Noise is generally loud.

Our competitive benefits package include :

• Three weeks of vacation
• 10 Paid Holidays
• 401(K) plan that includes an employer matching program (up to 4%)
• Medical Plan
• Telemedicine Program
• Identity Theft Prevention Program
• Dental and Vision (company paid benefit for employee coverage)
• Short Term and Long-Term Disability (company-paid benefit)
• Basic Life/AD&D (company paid benefit / 2x base salary amount)
• Voluntary - Supplemental Life/AD&D coverage options
• Spouse & Child Life coverage options
• Flexible Spending Account (Medical & Dependent Care options)
• Employee Assistance Program (company-paid, includes three free counseling sessions)
• And more!

Segers Aero Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.