Quality Technician in Deep River, Connecticut at Chapco Incorporated

The Quality Inspector is responsible for working within the company's quality management system to ensure parts and products comply with customer specifications, engineering drawings, military specifications (MIL-SPEC), and internal quality requirements. This position performs first article, in-process, and final inspections while supporting production and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Verify accuracy of part requirements by reviewing customer blueprints, engineering drawings, specifications, and applicable MIL-SPEC requirements.
• Perform First Piece Inspections prior to production runs. Work with Engineering and Production personnel to communicate and resolve any nonconformances before production begins.
• Perform in-process inspections throughout the workday to verify product conformity.
• Perform final inspections prior to shipment to ensure compliance with customer and company quality requirements.
• Operate or assist with Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) inspections and interpret CMM inspection reports, as required.
• Use calibrated measuring and inspection equipment, including micrometers, depth micrometers, calipers, indicators, height gages, and other precision measuring instruments.

• Prepare First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs), Certificates of Conformance (CoCs), inspection reports, and other quality documentation as required.
• Complete inspection paperwork accurately and maintain electronic inspection records by scanning and uploading documentation to the company network.
• Document inspection results in accordance with company procedures and customer requirements.

• Support production by working closely with operators and supervisors to address quality concerns.
• Identify training opportunities and recommend improvements to inspection methods, processes, and procedures.
• Ensure all inspection equipment and gages remain within calibration requirements and notify the supervisor when calibration or repairs are needed.

• Assist with the identification, segregation, and disposition of nonconforming material following company procedures.
• Support investigations into internal and customer quality issues by assisting with root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Help ensure compliance with customer, regulatory, and military quality requirements.

• High school diploma or GED required; technical school or associate degree in Manufacturing, Quality, or a related field preferred.
• 1–3 years of manufacturing or quality inspection experience preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, GD&T symbols, customer specifications, and military specifications (MIL-SPEC) preferred.
• Experience operating or working with Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs) or willingness to learn.
• Familiarity with First Article Inspection (FAI) requirements and quality documentation is preferred.
• Competent in the use of precision measuring equipment, including micrometers, calipers, depth micrometers, indicators, height gages, and other inspection tools.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint).
• Strong attention to detail with excellent organizational and documentation skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers, supervisors, engineers, and customers.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Inspection experience with EB welding is a bonus!

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