What are the responsibilities and job description for the Aerospace Precision Quality Inspector position at Steel Tool - Aerospace?
Location: Trenton, MI
Company: Steel Tool & Engineering Co.
Industry: Aerospace Precision Machining & Fabrication
Employment Type: Full-Time, Hourly
Shift: 6:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Day in the LifeAt 6 a.m., you power up your workstation and verify your calipers, micrometers, and gauges are spot-on. You review engineering drawings, confirm tolerances, and move between raw material checks, in‑process verifications, and final inspections. Throughout the day, you document findings, flag nonconformities, and partner with production and engineering to drive corrective actions. By shift end, your accurate records are audit‑ready, and the parts you’ve cleared support safe, reliable aerospace performance.
About Steel Tool & EngineeringWe’re an AS9100‑certified and NADCAP‑accredited aerospace manufacturer known for precision machining, complex metal fabrication, and welded assemblies. Our commitment to quality, reliability, and compliance underpins everything we build.
What You’ll Tackle- Inspect steel tools, machined parts, and fabricated components to verify they meet specifications and drawings.
- Perform dimensional checks using calipers, micrometers, and gauges; validate features against tolerances.
- Detect and document defects; recommend and track corrective actions.
- Uphold industry standards and company quality procedures during all inspections.
- Maintain accurate records and reports for audits and ongoing quality control.
- Collaborate with engineering, production, and quality teams to resolve issues and improve processes.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that elevate product quality and efficiency.
- Stand for extended periods
- Lift heavy objects regularly; ability to lift 50 lbs
- Perform repetitive tasks with few breaks
- Background in quality inspection within steel, tooling, or related engineering fields (preferred).
- Proficiency with measurement tools and blueprint/technical drawing interpretation.
- Strong problem‑solving ability and clear communication skills.
- Familiarity with ISO standards and industry regulations (preferred).
- Honored Vacation Time Off
- 100% Medical Paid (If you already have medical coverage and don’t request STE medical insurance, you can receive the medical waiver of $300 per month.)
- Dental and Vision Insurance (Includes Dependents)
- Life Insurance
- 401K
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Vacations
Salary : $19 - $21