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Quality Control InspectorEleven Recruiting is hiring for a Quality Control Inspector to join a premier aerospace and defense manufacturer located in Torrance, CA. This is a full-time, on-site position operating Monday through Friday. The company specializes in low-volume, high-mix precision components, serving critical applications across aerospace, defense, and industrial sectors.This role ensures strict adherence to dimensional and quality standards throughout all phases of production, from incoming materials to final inspection. Ideal candidates will have hands-on inspection experience, strong knowledge of GD&T, and proficiency in using and maintaining a variety of precision measurement tools and calibration methods in accordance with industry standards.Responsibilities:Perform in-process, first article (FAI), and final inspections on machined aerospace components and assemblies to ensure dimensional accuracy and compliance with engineering drawings and specifications.Visually and dimensionally inspect incoming materials, in-process parts, and finished products to identify defects, non-conformances, or quality concerns.Collaborate daily with machine operators, engineers, and production supervisors to resolve part discrepancies and support a closed-loop feedback process.Document all inspection results using Microsoft Excel, QMS forms, and other required formats per company and customer requirements.Track non-conforming material and initiate or assist with non-conformance reports (NCRs).Support quality assurance activities by verifying part traceability, reviewing routers and travelers, and confirming all inspection steps are properly documented.Monitor shop floor compliance with quality control processes, including adherence to proper tool usage and storage practices.Participate in 5S, internal audits, and continuous improvement initiatives.Ensure adherence to all safety, environmental, and regulatory standards within the inspection process.Qualifications:High School Diploma or GED required.3+ years of inspection experience in an aerospace or precision machining environment.Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T, including stacked tolerances and geometric callouts.Proficient in operating and maintaining a wide range of inspection and measurement tools, including:Micrometers (outside, inside, depth, blade, and disc)Dial, digital, and Vernier calipersDial and test indicatorsHeight gaugesSurface platesBore, pin, thread, radius, and angle gaugesSurface finish testers (profilometers)Optical comparatorsCMM (manual or DCC preferred)Familiarity with and/or ability to perform calibration activities using methods such as:Comparison with certified master gauges or standardsCalibration of micrometers and calipers with certified gauge blocksVerification of height gauges with step blocksDial indicator checks using certified test indicatorsSurface plate flatness checks using straight edges and repeat-o-metersExperience documenting inspection data in Microsoft Excel and completing AS9102 First Article Inspection Reports preferred.Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced shop environment.Familiarity with AS9100, ISO 9001, and aerospace documentation practices is a plus.
Worksite address
torrance, CA, 90501, US
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