Visual Dimensional Inspector

About the Role

To visually and dimensionally inspect parts to assure compliance to customer specifications and to assure that only necessary reworking of parts is performed.

Responsibilities

• Identifies surface defects in parts by reviewing tech cards, techniques, and routers.
• Utilizes fixtures as necessary.
• Visually inspects parts at multiple points in the process for defects.
• Uses a variety of hand tools to assist in visual inspection.
• Assures dimensional integrity by inspecting castings for conformance to blueprint, technique, and tech card specifications using templates, micrometers, height gauges, calipers, fixtures, and other dimensional measuring devices.
• Marks castings to identify areas needing rework in order to meet dimensional specifications.
• Works regularly with other departments.
• Works with engineering to establish and evaluate inspection techniques and identify and resolve problems of non-conformance to specifications.
• Enters weld mapping and dimensional data into computer systems for use by engineering and SPC charting.
• Prepares reports and information on quality issues as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Ability to complete the PCC OGDEN Visual Dimension certification requirements.
• Able to read and comprehend English.
• Able to add, subtract, multiply, and divide whole and decimal numbers up to 4 decimal places.
• Able to lift and carry up to 25 lbs. unaided regularly.
• Able to communicate effectively with co-workers.
• Able to read, write, and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos (techniques, routers, weld maps, log sheets).
• Able to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Able to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Near vision requirements are Jaeger J1 in one eye, at no less than 12 inches; or equivalent, or Jaeger J2 in one eye, at no less than 16 inches.
• Complies with company and departmental policies and procedures, including company’s attendance policy.
• Able to meet individual productivity requirements and work in a production environment.

Working Conditions

• Works under general direction and infrequent supervision, planning details of procedure and methods to attain definite objectives.
• Makes decisions within broad limitations of policies and within accepted standards.
• Environmental conditions encountered continuously include working near moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, and vibration.
• Typical noise environment for the work environment of this job is Loud Noise (appropriate ear protection is required).
• Continuous required physical demands include using hands to handle or feel.
• Frequent required physical demands include sitting, walking, reaching below shoulder level, and pushing or pulling.
• Occasional required physical demands include standing, reaching above shoulder level, balancing, stooping or squatting, talking, and hearing.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED highly preferred.
• 1-3 years of prior visual and dimensional inspection experience within the manufacturing industry, preferably in aerospace.