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Quality Assurance Inspector

Pegasus Northwest Inc
Kent, WA Full Time
POSTED ON 8/4/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/4/2026
Pegasus Northwest located in Kent, WA is currently looking for Quality Assurance Inspector to join our team in a fast paced, rewarding environment. We are a company that believes in work-life balance and offer our employee's Health Benefits, 401K, Personal Time, Holiday Pay, On-Site Gym, and Wellness Programs.

Since 1997 Pegasus Northwest, Inc. has built an exceptional reputation of quality and service in the Aerospace Industry by being the premier water jet cutter in the Pacific Northwest. To learn more about us please visit www.pegasusnw.com

We are looking for people that are positive, energetic, forward thinking and can be a part of a team.
 
Please note that this role requires on-site attendance and does not offer relocation support; local candidates preferred
 
Experience: Aerospace Industry experience preferred 
 
Job Summary:
The Quality Assurance Inspector is responsible for inspecting materials and products for conformance to specifications using fixed or preset measuring instruments. Ensures all inspected materials and products are in accordance with established tolerance levels for quality and workmanship.
Ensures compliance with established internal control procedures. Provides assistance in root cause analysis and corrective actions. Inspects products manufactured or processed by private companies for use to ensure compliance with contract specifications by performing the following duties. 
 
Job Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Examines company's records to secure such information as size and weight of product and results of quality tests.
  • Inspects product to determine compliance with order specifications, the company's quality control system for compliance with legal requirements, and shipping and packing facilities for conformity to specified standards.
  • Material receiving inspection
  • First article inspections
  • Process Inspections
  • Final part inspections
  • Non-conformance reports
  • Provides backup support for Lead Quality Inspector
  • Provides support to Quality Assurance Manager with data analysis and reporting of company metrics.
  • Assists in following up on corrective actions to ensure timely completion.
  • Education and/or Experience
  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and one-year related experience and/or training
  • Ability to work independently and prioritize responsibilities
  • Proficient in using inspection instruments, including calipers, micrometers, height gage, dial indicators, optical comparator and CMM
  • General Knowledge of quality processes, familiarization with AS9100
  • Skills and Abilities:
  • Strong computer skills
  • Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry.
  • Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
  • Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents.
  • Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.
  • Ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format.
  • Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors. 
 
We are an equal employment opportunity employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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