Quality Inspector

Position: Quality Inspector
FSLA Status: Non-Exempt/Full time
Department: Engineering
Pay Range: $16.00- $26.00
Reports To: Quality Supervisor

About Us:

Manufacturing Solutions Inc is an aerospace company that has been family owned and operated since 1995. We are located at the Newton City-County Airport. Our products include aircraft structural components, interior components, and extensive sheet metal parts. We take pride in creating an environment where we can offer our team members one-on-one training and career growth opportunities while providing our customer's components that meet their specifications.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Quality Inspector to join our aviation manufacturing team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for inspecting aircraft components, assemblies, and systems to ensure compliance with FAA regulations, customer specifications, and internal quality standards. This role plays a vital part in ensuring airworthiness, safety, and product integrity throughout the production or maintenance process.

Essential Duty & Responsibilities:

• Perform visual, dimensional, and mechanical inspections on incoming materials, in-process components, and finished products.
• Inspect aircraft parts and assemblies using precision tools such as calipers, micrometers, height gauges, borescopes, and CMMs.
• Interpret and review engineering drawings, technical manuals, blueprints, and specifications (including GD&T).
• Document non-conformances, create inspection reports, and initiate corrective actions using quality management systems (QMS).
• Ensure compliance with FAA regulations, AS9100, ISO 9001, and other applicable aviation industry standards.
• Conduct first article inspections (FAI) per AS9102 requirements and assist in source inspections when necessary.
• Collaborate with engineering, production, and quality teams to resolve quality issues and improve inspection processes.
• Support internal and external audits, including FAA, OEM, or customer quality audits.
• Maintain accurate inspection records and traceability documentation in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Monitor calibration status of inspection tools and ensure they are in proper working order.

Skills:

• Safety first mindset
• Must show high levels of integrity at all times
• Must be action and result-oriented
• Must be an effective communicator
• Positive attitude
• Strong math skills
• Detail oriented
• Strong work ethic
• Organized
• Punctual & Dependable
• Competency to learn

Preferred Qualification/Education:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to complete each essential duty to a satisfactory standard. The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Minimum 2–5 years of quality inspection experience
• Proficient in interpreting technical drawings, GD&T, and specifications.
• Familiarity with aerospace materials, processes, and inspection techniques.
• Working knowledge of FAA regulations, AS9100, and ISO 9001 standards.
• Skilled in using standard inspection tools and equipment (manual and digital).
• Experience with quality documentation systems (ERP, QMS, or MES software).
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and communication abilities.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a cross-functional team.
• Willingness to work in a shop-floor environment and adapt to shifting priorities.

Basic Expectations:

Attention to detail; professional; mature; organized; clean; ability to conduct multiple tasks at the same time; ability to keep work confidential; ability to represent the company in a positive light.

Notes:

The job description does not imply that these are the only duties to be performed by the team member occupying these positions. Team members are required to cross-train and perform duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Benefits:

• 401K with company match
• Insurance- (Company pays 90% of premiums for individuals and pays 65% of family plans)
• Paid time off
• Life Insurance
• Dental
• Paid holidays

Please email your resume to employment@mfgsol.com or apply in person between the hours of 8:00 am and 3:30 pm, Monday through Friday at:

2320 N Oliver
Newton, KS 67114

Pay: $16.25 - $26.00 per hour

Benefits:

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

Work Location: In person

Salary : $16 - $26