Quality Clerk / Quality Assistant

About the Company

Our commitment to quality sets us apart and plays a role in our record of zero FAA infractions or parts failures in our jet engine components throughout our three decades in business. Our commitment to quality extends to our staff, facility, and ongoing innovation and is part of everything we do.

We are an established aerospace company and FAA-certificated 14 CFR Part 145 Repair Station specializing in aircraft and jet engine components. We are committed to maintaining the highest standards of quality, safety, traceability, and regulatory compliance.

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Quality Clerk / Quality Assistant to support our Quality Assurance and Quality Control department.

This position is responsible for providing administrative, documentation, records, and data-management support to the Quality department in an FAA-regulated aerospace repair environment.

The successful candidate will help ensure that quality records and supporting documentation are complete, accurate, properly controlled, and readily traceable. This position will work closely with Quality Inspectors, Quality Management, Production, and other departments.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone interested in developing a career in aerospace quality, FAA Part 145 repair station operations, quality assurance, quality control, inspection, or document control.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and organize Quality Assurance and Quality Control records.
• Review inspection and quality records for completeness, accuracy, legibility, required signatures, dates, and other required information.
• Assist Quality Inspectors with inspection documentation and recordkeeping.
• Process, scan, file, and electronically archive quality records.
• Enter inspection and quality information into ERP, MRP, database, and electronic quality systems.
• Maintain Quality department spreadsheets, logs, and tracking reports.
• Assist with maintaining calibration records and calibration status for inspection and test equipment.
• Track calibration due dates and communicate upcoming requirements to appropriate personnel.
• Assist with document control and distribution of Quality System procedures, forms, manuals, and revisions.
• Assist with maintaining records related to nonconforming material, discrepancies, corrective actions, and quality escapes.
• Assist with maintaining material and part traceability documentation.
• Assist with receiving inspection documentation and records.
• Assist with work order, traveler, inspection, and repair documentation.
• Assist with preparation for internal audits, customer audits, and FAA surveillance.
• Research historical quality and inspection records when requested.
• Maintain organized and readily retrievable Quality records in accordance with company procedures and applicable FAA requirements.
• Support the Quality Manager and Quality Inspectors with routine Quality department activities.
• Communicate documentation discrepancies or missing information to the appropriate personnel.
• Follow company procedures, Quality System requirements, safety requirements, and FAA repair station procedures.
• Perform other Quality-related duties as assigned.

FAA Part 145 / Aerospace Quality Responsibilities

The Quality Clerk / Quality Assistant will support activities associated with the company's FAA-certificated repair station, including:

• FAA Part 145 repair station records
• Quality Control documentation
• Inspection records
• Work orders and travelers
• Material and component traceability
• Calibration records
• Nonconforming material documentation
• Corrective action records
• Quality escape documentation
• Supplier quality records
• Controlled Quality System documents
• Internal audit records
• Training and qualification records
• FAA-related documentation and recordkeeping

Important: This position is primarily a Quality support position.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and recordkeeping skills.
• Ability to follow written procedures and detailed instructions.
• Ability to identify missing, incomplete, or inconsistent documentation.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Access
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with Quality, Inspection, Production, and other departments.
• Ability to maintain accurate and confidential records.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Dependable attendance and a strong work ethic.
• Willingness to learn FAA, aerospace, and company Quality System requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

Candidates with one or more of the following are strongly preferred:

• Previous experience in an FAA Part 145 repair station.
• Aerospace manufacturing, MRO, aviation, or aircraft engine experience.
• Quality Assurance or Quality Control experience.
• Experience with aerospace inspection documentation.
• Experience with inspection records, travelers, routers, or work orders.
• Experience with document control.
• Experience maintaining calibration records or inspection equipment records.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems.
• Experience with electronic Quality Management Systems (QMS).
• Experience with nonconforming material or discrepancy documentation.
• Experience supporting corrective action or quality investigation activities.
• Experience supporting internal or external audits.
• Familiarity with FAA regulations, particularly 14 CFR Part 145.
• Familiarity with FAA repair station terminology and documentation.
• Familiarity with aircraft engine components or aerospace manufacturing processes.
• Ability to read basic technical drawings or specifications.
• Familiarity with material and part traceability requirements.
• Previous experience in a highly regulated manufacturing or maintenance environment.
• Previous experience with aviation maintenance records is a plus.

Skills and Competencies

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• Exceptional attention to detail
• Accuracy and consistency
• Strong organizational skills
• Documentation and recordkeeping skills
• Data entry accuracy
• Computer literacy and Microsoft Office application proficiency
• Problem identification and follow-up
• Written and verbal communication
• Time management
• Ability to prioritize work
• Professionalism
• Reliability
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Commitment to quality and aviation safety

Career Development

This position provides an opportunity to develop experience in aerospace Quality Assurance and FAA Part 145 operations.

Depending on qualifications, performance, and company needs, potential career advancement may include:

• Quality Control Inspector
• Quality Assurance Specialist
• Quality Auditor
• Document Control Specialist
• Calibration/Tool Control Coordinator
• Quality Lead
• Quality Assurance Supervisor

Additional training may be provided to qualified employees.

Work Environment

This position is primarily performed in a Quality/office environment but will require regular interaction with manufacturing and repair station personnel and may require access to production and inspection areas.

Employees must comply with all applicable company safety procedures and PPE requirements when entering manufacturing or repair areas.

Employment Requirements

Candidates must be:

• Legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Able to provide documentation establishing identity and employment authorization as required by federal law.
• Willing to submit to a pre-employment drug test.
• Willing to participate in random drug and alcohol testing when required by applicable FAA/DOT requirements, company policy, or the employee's assigned duties.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and consider qualified applicants without regard to legally protected characteristics.

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Pay: $21.00 - $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $21 - $25