Lead Quality Inspector

Lead Inspection Duties:

• Work with supervisors and managers to prioritize and coordinate staffing assignments with production schedule.
• Follow detailed documentation policies and procedures as designated by Thomson Quality Manual.
• Lead and perform required training for the quality inspection department.
• Clearly communicate daily needs of inspection to the Quality Manager through verbal and written communication.
• Communicate with supervisors and managers and other departments of status of quality issues

• Monitor quality and safety throughout the day, while providing training and coaching as necessary.
• Ensure that all requisitioned tools and supplies needed for inspection are available.
• Sign off on documentation as needed. Responsible for the on-time submission and accuracy of training logs for the quality inspection department.
• Performs all duties of the Quality Inspector.
• Keeps area clean and organized.

 Quality Inspection Duties:

• At the direction of the Quality Manager, inspects and approves or rejects items manufactured by Thomson such as parts going out for processing, gages and tooling from the tool room, and items received from vendors such as raw material, castings and forgings.
• First Article Inspection and In-process line inspection of parts manufactured by Thomson as well as Final Inspection of parts going to outside processing.
• Preliminary inspection of machined parts prior to outside processing.
• Receiving Inspection of raw materials, castings and forgings:
  • Rockwell Hardness checks on raw material.
  • Review and acceptance of certifications for raw material.
  • Receiving inspection of standard hardware for assemblies.
• Inspection of gages and tooling from the Tool Room.
• Gage calibration.
• Inspection of parts received from suppliers, manufactured for Thomson, including First Article Inspection.
• Writing of “Resection Tags” for discrepant parts from Thomson and suppliers.

• Must be able to bend, stoop, lift 40 pounds, stand on feet for an extended period of time, and able to walk to all areas of the facility.
• Work with Purchasing, Engineering and Production Control to complete inspections so that finished product may be shipped.
• Train inspectors, machine operators, and others in the proper use and calibration of gages, fixtures, and tooling.

Competencies:

• Problem solving skills
• Customer/Client focus
• Results Driven
• Attention to detail
• Organization Skills
• General Math Skills
• Data Entry
• PC Proficiency

 Work Environment:

This job operates in a professional shop environment. This role routinely uses standard shop equipment and requires care and precision while on the shop floor.

Requirements:

• Must have previous training in Quality and at least 2 years of working experience and demonstrated skills in Quality and specifically aerospace quality procedures
• Must have strong knowledge and use of precision testing equipment and tools and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD & T)
• Must have strong knowledge of calibration techniques and calibration software
• Must be able to read and interpret blue prints and mechanical drawings
• Must have good hand-eye coordination
• Must have ability to count to report defect quantities and have demonstrated ability to pay attention to details
• Must be able to communicate effectively with management, vendors, and coworkers
• Must possess good organizational ability, in order to set priorities, organize workload, handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Must conduct oneself in a professional manner, maintain confidentiality and work competently under minimal supervision.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and able to learn and incorporate skills relative to Company software, office equipment and position.

The above descriptions are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed in this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications of employees assigned to this job. Also, this document describes the current position. It is not an employment contract. Our company reserves the right to modify job duties or job descriptions at any time.

The L.H. Thomson Company is a privately held manufacturing company, centrally located in Macon, Georgia. Thomson is located 90 miles south of Atlanta and is a short commute to Warner Robins. Thomson offers an excellent benefits package and competitive salary. Come make a difference at Thomson.

You may apply online below or on Indeed, or send your resume and cover letter to jobs@lhthomson.com

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