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Job Title: Quality Receiving Inspector
Location: Simi Valley, CA 93063
Shift: 1st Shift — Monday to Friday, 5:00 AM – 1:30 PM
Position Summary
The Quality Receiving Inspector performs receiving and in-process inspection of precision parts, materials, and assemblies to ensure conformance with drawings, specifications, and established quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Inspect precision machined parts for dimensional accuracy: size, finish, angles, and plating thickness using precision measurement tools.
- Verify correct materials and certifications (e.g., heat treat, plating, brazing, painting).
- Inspect raw materials, in-process and final parts, and supplier-provided components.
- Perform visual, dimensional, and operational checks, including basic material tests.
- Conduct surface plate work and layouts requiring standard mathematical calculations.
- Document inspection results and maintain accurate quality records.
- Support fellow inspectors and perform related tasks as required.
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Ability to read/interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
- Strong knowledge of inspection processes and precision measuring instruments (micrometers, calipers, indicators, comparators, height gages, etc.).
- Understanding of machining processes and shop math.
- Detail-oriented, organized, and able to work with minimal supervision.
- Strong accuracy, prioritization, and communication skills.
- Professional conduct and customer service mindset.
Education & Experience
- High school diploma or GED required.
- 5 years aerospace quality inspection experience OR equivalent combination of training, shop math skills, and mechanical inspection experience.
Job Type: Contract
Pay: $24.00 - $28.50 per hour
Work Location: In person
Salary : $24 - $29