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KGD Aerospace Manufacturing
Wichita, KS Full Time
POSTED ON 8/10/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/8/2026

KGD Aerospace Manufacturing is a growing company that was established in 1985. We utilize manufacturing techniques to offer engineering, machining, and subassembly solutions to customers throughout the world. We are known for our commitment to high-quality work, on-time delivery, and long-lasting customer relationships. We are always seeking employees who have the skills and desire to support that commitment.

Benefits include: a competitive health package with dental and vision paid 100% by the company. We offer a retirement plan with a company match as well as standard life insurance and short-term disability. Starting pay is based on experience.

Inspector

Responsibilities:

  • Analyze nearly finished product samples daily for quality, durability, safety and known product specifications before the final stage of production.
  • Evaluate the materials routinely used during production by running quality tests.
  • Seek answers and information regarding customer or in-house problems with product quality.
  • Document quality assurance practices.
  • Ensure that the product meets all guidelines related to federal, state, and local regulations.
  • Communicate with management and other team members when problems arise
  • Offer possible solutions to help correct any mistakes during manufacturing.
  • Assess quality assurance strategies periodically to determine best practices and improvements.

Qualifications and Requirements: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function and assigned task satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, competency, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Must be able to accurately read detail part and assembly blueprints.
  • Ability to apply basic math, including adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
  • Ability to communicate verbally in one-on-one situations with management and co-workers; listen to others without interrupting and get clarification when needed.
  • Ability to safely and properly use gauges, calipers, and other tools and equipment.
  • Ability to identify proper materials and supplies according to specifications.
  • Strong attention to detail and focus on quality and accuracy.
  • Exhibits dependability, including following instructions; coming to work as scheduled on time; responding to supervisor’s direction; and taking responsibility for own actions.
  • Ability to take initiative, including asking for and offering help when needed; performs work independently without being prompted.
  • Ability to prioritize and plan work activities; use time efficiently; and work within deadline.
  • Keep your area clean and tidy; always maintain cleanliness.
  • Move jobs from your area to the next station in an efficient manner.
  • Computer skills.
  • Ability to drive a forklift.
  • FAI experience a plus.
  • Other duties as assigned by leader

KGD Aerospace Manufacturing is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information or other legally protected status. KGD conducts criminal background checks and other background screening as appropriate to the position.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person

Salary : $16 - $20

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