Chief Inspector

JOB SUMMARY:

The Chief Inspector is responsible for the operation of the Quality Control Department and the inspectors assigned to that department

REPORTS TO:

The Chief Inspector reports directly to the Director of Quality.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Directs and oversees the client Quality Inspector department and supervisory staff.
• Conducts performance evaluations that are timely and constructive.
• Handles discipline and termination of employees in accordance with company policy.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Follow all Federal, Airside MRO, and OSHA regulations where applicable.
• Conducts visual and dimensional tests to ensure quality of finished products.
• Determines and uses appropriate inspection processes to confirm assigned products and parts meet specifications.
• Confirms and approves quality of finished parts.
• Determines whether parts not meeting specifications can be salvaged.
• Documents measured results of machining operations.
• Prepares paperwork and reports documenting inspection findings.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

QUALITY CONTROL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversee AIRSIDE’s capabilities list per approved OP-Spec Ratings (perform evaluations on incoming new articles)
• Ability to research all technical data needed for items not yet on AIRSIDE’s capabilities list alongside the Chief Inspector
• Train/mentor new inspectors in the Quality Control Department
• Assist the Chief Inspector on performing warranty inspections/dispositions
• Ensure mechanics are performing maintenance per proper OEM tech data and AIRSIDE’s RSQCM, CASE, and EASA manuals.
• Ensure all special tooling is available to perform maintenance.
• Able to perform the following inspections:
• Incoming/preliminary – articles received from customers for maintenance
• In-process – during various processes of maintenance
• Receiving – articles received from AIRSIDE’s vendors after a special process
• Receiving – articles/raw materials received in stores department
• Final – after completion of work scope
• Return-to-service – returning articles to service with FAA 8130-3
• Familiar with procedures as written in FAA Order 8130.21 and any revisions thereof
• Familiar with procedures of component maintenance:
• Structural Repair Manuals
• Component Maintenance Manuals
• Aircraft/Component Drawings
• Standard Practices Manuals/SOPM’s
• Composite Material procedures

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to train staff.
• Thorough understanding of quality control standards and methodologies.
• Thorough understanding of manufacturing and production in the industry.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
• Extensive knowledge of inspection and measurement techniques and equipment.
• Extensive knowledge of machining and machining processes.
• Ability to read blueprints.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word or similar software to prepare reports.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Two years of experience as a quality control inspector preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to stand, lie, and kneel in awkward positions and spaces
• Must be able to perform work on scaffolding or ladders
• Must be able to lift and pull objects weighing up to 25 pounds at a time
• Manual dexterity and physical strength necessary to operate tools or make adjustments and repairs
• Must have visual acuity to inspect equipment and identify defects