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Quality Inspector 1st Shift

Eaton Aerospace

Irvine, CA 92620

$29/hr
OnsiteHealth InsurancePaid Time OffRetirement Benefit

  • High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
  • Three years minimum experience in quality inspection in an aerospace environment
  • Relocation is not offered for this role
  • Candidates must reside within a 50 mile distance of the Irvine, CA facility (zip code 92618) to be considered
  • This position requires access to export-controlled information
  • To conform to U.S. Government export regulations applicable to that information, applicant must be a U.S. person, defined as a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (green card holder), (iii) refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157, or (iv) asylee under 8 U.S.C. 1158
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Quality Inspector 3

Safran

Garden Grove, CA 92841

$26.92-$29.91/hr
~ 22 min Onsite

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • 8+ years
  • Must possess ability to use precision measuring instruments
  • Ability to read engineering drawings, specifications and other technical literature
  • Fluent communication in English language
  • ITAR Controlled Position: Yes (U.S. citizenship/permanent residency required)
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Quality Inspector II- 1st Shift

Howmet Aerospace

Fullerton, CA 92831

$19.48-$32.53/hr
~ 26 min OnsiteHealth InsurancePaid Time OffRetirement Benefit

  • 2+ years related quality experience or training in accordance with the defined skills training matrix progression, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Prior experience in a Quality Inspector
  • Employees 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.
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QC Inspector

Curtiss-Wright

Brea, CA 92821

~ 25 min OnsitePaid Time OffRetirement Benefit

  • High School Diploma or equivalent required.
  • 3+ years of hands-on machine shop inspection experience required.
  • Knowledge and experience within the field of Quality (ISO, Gage Calibration, Metrology, GD&T;).
  • Ability to use inspection equipment; such as: Surface Plate, Height Gage, Comparator, Hand tools, Attribute gages, etc.
  • Ability to perform detailed review of documentation/certification to requirements.
  • Ability to read and interpret blue prints.
  • Liquid Penetrant Examination experience
  • Experience with Keyence measuring equipment
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Senior Quality Inspector, Production Floor, Second Shift

Relativity Space

Long Beach, CA 90805

~ 31 min Onsite

  • 5+ years of quality inspection experience in an aerospace manufacturing environment, supporting production hardware
  • Expert proficiency with precision hand tools (micrometers, calipers, bore gages)
  • Demonstrated ability to perform thorough inspections and ensure strict compliance with quality standards and regulatory requirements
  • Hands-on experience with MRB processes, including identification, documentation, and disposition of non-conforming hardware
  • The ability to stand for extended periods on the production floor, climb ladders, work in confined spaces, and lift up to 25 lbs
  • Clear and effective communicator, capable of interfacing with inspectors, engineers, production personnel, and quality stakeholders
  • Use borescopes to perform FOD inspections on machined parts or other assembly cavities
  • Diligently review all hardware requirements and determine pass/fail status, documenting outcomes and any non-conformances or deviations found
  • Take closeout photos of large integrated assemblies upon completion of final walkdowns
  • 2nd shift availability described as 3:00 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. PT with 50-hour workweek and 10 guaranteed overtime hours per week
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Quality Control Inspector II - 1st Shift - $25.20/hr.

Stryker

Irvine, CA 92620

$25.20/hr
Onsite

  • Onsite
  • Schedule: Monday - Friday 6:00 am - 2:30 pm
  • Interpret blueprints, specifications, and inspection instructions to verify product quality
  • Review and process Device History Records (DHRs) to ensure compliance with GMP and GDP requirements
  • Complete ERP system transactions related to inspections, quality documentation, and material dispositions
  • Identify, document, and process nonconforming materials, including initiating Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs)
  • Support quality objectives and team performance metrics while working to production forecasts and schedules
  • Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and special projects to enhance inspection processes
  • High School Diploma/ GED
  • Quality control experience
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QC Inspector 2

Integrated Polymer Solutions

Long Beach, CA 90808

~ 31 min OnsiteBilingual PreferredHealth InsuranceRetirement Benefit

  • High school diploma or equivalent required
  • 2-4+ years of inspection experience, preferably within an aerospace manufacturing environment
  • Experience inspecting manufactured components to drawings, specifications, and inspection instructions
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, specifications, and inspection requirements
  • Ability to properly use standard inspection tools and measuring equipment
  • Working knowledge of aerospace quality requirements and inspection practices
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills in English; bilingual English/Spanish is a plus
  • Strong attention to detail and follow-through
  • Ability to work effectively in a deadline-driven manufacturing environment
  • Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with Quality, Operations, Engineering, and other internal teams
  • Must be available to work overtime and weekends as business needs require
  • Experience with Receiving inspection in accordance with applicable aerospace and customer requirements, including D1-4426 where required
  • In-process inspection of rubber and/or elastomeric components
  • First Article Inspection in accordance with AS9102
  • Final inspection of rubber and/or elastomeric components
  • Standard inspection and measuring equipment
  • Blueprint and engineering drawing interpretation
  • Ability to operate required inspection and testing equipment
  • Ability to lift up to 30 pounds
  • This position requires access to information subject to ITAR; U.S. person status as defined by ITAR (22 CFR §120.15) is required
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IP/QC Inspector 3 (2188)

Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation

Irvine, CA 92620

$21.50-$25/hr
Onsite

  • A minimum of a high-school diploma or GED is required.
  • Work Experience: A minimum of 2-5 years' experience in composites manufacturing and procedures, or an equivalent combination of experience and/or training.
  • The ability to conduct all job functions in English; read and comprehend correspondences, memos, and routine reports; interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, work instructions, test methods, and procedure manuals; calculate figures and amounts such as fractions, proportions, and percentages; apply concepts of basic algebra; write routine reports and correspondences; speak effectively before groups of employees; and complete tasks and assignments in a timely manner.
  • Intermediate skills in Microsoft Word and Excel are required.
  • Math Skills: Must have ability to calculate, subtract, sum, average, fraction and percentage. Understand addition, subtraction, division. multiplication and percentage.
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NDT Inspector Level II, Maritime

Anduril Industries

Santa Ana, CA 92704

~ 17 min OnsiteHealth Insurance

  • Verifiable, documented work experience that meets or exceeds the minimum training and work time requirements outlined in NAVSEA T9074-AS-GIB-010/271 for certification as a Level II Examiner. The candidate's experience portfolio must satisfy the specific hour requirements for each NDT method for which they will be responsible.
  • Current NDT Level II certification from a recognized body (e.g., ASNT) in a minimum of one (1) of the following methods: Ultrasonic Testing (UT) and/or Radiographic Testing (RT).
  • Experience performing NDT on critical welded structures, pressure vessels, castings, or forgings for naval or other critical defense applications.
  • Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident) due to contractual requirements.
  • Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance.
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Quality Assurance Inspector II

ARROWHEAD PRODUCTS CORPORATION

Los Alamitos, CA 90720

~ 24 min Onsite

  • Requires High School degree or GED
  • Related AA or trade school degree preferred
  • Requires 5+ years related Quality Assurance inspection experience
  • US Citizenship or permanent residency
  • Must be able to read and analyze engineering drawings and blueprints to determine requirements
  • Must be proficient in the use of basic inspection tools, calipers, scales, height gauges, optical aids, micrometers and GD&T.
  • Must have experience with production processes such as assembly, forming, tooling, welding (fusion & resistance), heat treat, cleaning
  • Must have experience with production machinery and equipment such as press forming, tube bending and other fabrication.
  • Must have knowledge of metallic materials such as stainless, nickel, titanium, aluminum.
  • Must have experience with composites materials and production processes such as elastomers, resins, and composite reinforcement material.
  • Must be familiar with AS9102 standards and software, and military specifications.
  • Experience using Net-Inspect standards and software preferred.
  • Experience must demonstrate ability to direct work activities of QC Inspectors I.
  • Must interface effective across organizational levels.
  • Must have good organizational skills and maintain accurate, complete documentation.
  • Must be able to solve problems including root cause and corrective actions.
  • Must have excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
  • Must be proficient with the use of the Internet, MS Word/Outlook.
  • ASQ Certified Quality Inspector preferred
  • Experience working in AS9100 production environment preferred
  • ASQ Certified Quality Inspector (CQI) certification is expected to be achieved within 12 months from the first day of employment
  • Special Requirements: Working knowledge of NetInspect, Inspection Expert, AS9100, AS9101, Boeing, Northrop, Lockheed Martin, UTAS, Honeywell, and DCMA specifications
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