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Quality Inspector

NWI Aerostructures
Albany, OR Full Time
POSTED ON 4/17/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/16/2026
Quality Inspector - Swing Shift - NWI Defense, Albany, OR
SUMMARY
The Quality Inspector is responsible for the highest of standards are designed and upheld at NWI Defense. This is to ensure our products exceeds customer’s expectations. The ideal candidate has a natural aptitude for sustainable solutions to problems and applies them to inspection techniques. Needs to be self-starter and be able to complete tasks with minimal support on off shift.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Inspect machined and forged product per defined Quality processes and inspection documentation using both CMM instruments and hand-held measurement tools (micrometers, calipers, height gage, ect.)
  • Complete inspections for First Part Inspection activities
  • Provide input for inspection techniques and plans
  • Read and interpret customer drawings that include GD&T and multi-level Bills of Materials
  • Perform advanced manual inspections with gauging tools and perform visual product Inspections as required by production
  • Demonstrate effective interpersonal skills, including Team building and Collaboration
  • Help maintain calibration system and perform calibration on tools per internal processes
  • Provide information to Quality Manager in making the final decision on product acceptance
  • Other duties as assigned
ADDITIONAL SKILLS
  • Ability to read and interpret drawings.
  • Must be able to use common inspection gages and perform measurements to verify product conformance. (Micrometer, calipers, height gage etc.)
  • Ability to identify visual defects to a standard.
  • Be proficient at using Microsoft applications for word processing, spreadsheet, and collaborative communication.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Proficient in Microsoft office suite. AS9100 machine shop experience preferred. Demonstrated experience with use of a full range of precision measuring equipment.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
  • High School education or equivalent. 3 to 5 years of experience in manufacturing preferred.
  • Experience working and running CMMs preferred
  • Experience using various hand tools for inspection. (micrometers, calipers, height gage, ect.)
  • Pass an eye exam, with corrective lens (requirements in quality system, need to be able to inspect product)
  • Self-Starter, Self-Motivated, Flexible, and Organized
  • Reliable, Dependable, Honest with good integrity, Team player w/ Positive customer service attitude
  • Professional demeanor, Respectful to people in all situations, enjoys fast pace and rapidly changing environment, and Willing to help others as needs and tasks change often.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit and climb or balance. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; and exposure to automated and electronic equipment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

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