Inspector II - Night Shift

Kamatics, a division of Kaman, offers a fantastic culture that focuses on collaboration, innovation, and opportunities for career growth through training and support for all team members.

We are searching for a dynamic and motivated Inspector II to join our team at our Bloomfield, Connecticut location. Night shift hours are 3:15pm to 12:45am Monday through Friday, as business needs currently dictate one hour of mandatory daily overtime.

We offer competitive pay, and a robust benefit package which includes medical, dental, vision plans, 401(k) match up to 5%, wellness days and a one-week paid holiday shutdown during the holidays. Team players with a passion for excellence should apply!

Our products are used in space, aviation, marine, hydropower and other industrial applications. As an industry leader we design, test and manufacture the highest performing, self-lubricating, roller element, metal to metal and miniature bearings in the industry.

Position Summary:

Perform basic inspection activities of product, materials, first piece inspection and in-process monitoring as assigned. Report to Value Stream Manager/Sr. Team Leader on work assignments to meet production schedules. Report to Quality Assurance Supervisor regarding quality issues. Assign tasks to inspectors to ensure that production schedules are met.

Responsibilities:

• Perform visual and dimensional inspection of various mechanical components and assemblies to close tolerance. Perform first piece and in-process inspection in assigned value stream.
• Identify defects in surface, dimensional, visual and non-conformities (material, documentation and workmanship) to blueprints and Kamatics' quality standards. Report non-conformance of materials or unusual conditions to Quality Supervisor and cell leader.
• Use a variety of conventional and advanced inspection devices, CMM tools and instruments to verify dimensions to drawing specifications.
• Perform all responsibilities within productivity and quality expectations. Follow work procedures.
• Maintain records, data and logs as necessary. Create inspection forms such as IMS, first article and other related forms.
• Prepare products and related paperwork for presentation to customer or source inspection.
• Provide leadership/training as needed. Ensure that production schedules are met.
• Maintain clean and safe work environment. Follow safety and environmental procedures and regulations. Report safety incidents to supervisor.
• Make recommendations for improvements to work processes and procedures. Contribute to 5S programs in work area.
• Provide a high level of service to all internal and external customers. Contribute to positive teamwork environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned. Participate in training/learning other positions. Accomplish related results as needed.

Qualifications:

Education:

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent

Experience:

• Minimum of 1 year of inspection experience in a manufacturing environment or demonstrated equivalent experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Proficiency with measuring devises, gages, and testing instruments.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to notice small discrepancies, defects or compliance issues.
• Ability to write and document findings.
• Ability to analyze inspection results and compare them against standards or specifications.
• Solid understanding of advanced shop mathematics.
• Ability to read technical drawings, op sheets and blueprints with Geometric, Dimensioning and Tolerance
• Exposure to Statistical Process Control
• Light experience with CMM Operations and Programming
• Strong PC computer skills, with ability to use Microsoft office suite (Outlook, Word, Excel) and an ERP system.

Physical Demands:

• Frequent mental and visual attention
• Occasional (15-40%) lifting and moving materials up to 50 lbs.
• Frequent walking and standing

Other:

• Will be required to work overtime and weekends to meet customer needs
• Ability to work flexible work schedule

Kaman is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other protected characteristics protected by law. Kaman and all its related companies fully endorse equal opportunity for all.

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