Quality Inspection Lead

At Parker Aerospace, we develop technologies and innovative solutions that enable reliable, efficient and increasingly sustainable flight for the lifecycle of the aircraft, including aftermarket support. Our passionate people with deep engineering expertise, together with our breadth of differentiated technologies, ensure that we make the extraordinary happen and continue to shape the future of aviation in partnership with our customers.

As a member of our team, you are instrumental in fulfilling our mission: 'Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow.' Pursuing a career at Parker presents unlimited opportunities for both professional and personal development. Working with some of the most brilliant minds in the industry, your contributions will be pivotal in developing innovative technologies and products, significantly contributing to Parker's goal of addressing the world's most pressing engineering challenges.

At Parker, our team members belong, matter and make a difference.

The Quality Inspection Lead leads a team of Quality Inspectors in quality testing and inspection activities. Ensures that products meet the quality standards of materials and workmanship as set forth by quality assurance, development, or engineering function.

Job Core Responsibilities

• First Article Inspection IAW AS9102
• Develop product Inspection plans/Control plans
• Train inspectors in the use of Inspection software and customer portals (i.e. NetInspect, Discus, Inspection database)
• Act as Lead Authorized Representative
• Schedule and coordinate customer and FAA product conformities; schedule customer source inspections
• Perform Customer inspections through Delegated Product Release Verification (DPRV)
• Train DPRV Inspectors
• Maintain training documents
• Identifies design, process or other inefficiencies and reports quality concerns and issues
• Performs routine quality inspections on engineering designs, assemblies, piece parts, final assemblies and tooling
• Review data and information and make accept/reject decisions about Products, Processes, and Validations
• coordination of tool/equipment calibration
• Maintain 6S methodology in all inspection areas
• Close coordination with adjacent departments (Manufacturing, Repair, Engineering and Document Control)
• Promotes working relationship between inspection personnel and other departments
• Uses discretion and independent judgment when evaluating courses of action; makes decisions after considering various options
• Coordinate scheduling with Value Stream Managers, Inspectors, and Leadership team members
• Communicate daily expectations and priorities to inspectors
• Communicate daily inspection needs and accomplishments of the inspection team to Quality Manager
• Other responsibilities as assigned
• Regular, consistent and punctual attendance is required. May need to work nights and weekends, variable schedule(s) and additional hours as necessary

Physical Requirements

• Approximately 50% sitting and 50% standing/walking about in-door Company facilities
• Use hand tools, measuring devices, and magnifying devices (e.g. gauges, calipers, rulers)
• Perform major hand grasping and fine finger manipulations using both hands
• Perform repeated lifting from floor, table and shelf
• Push and pull carts or mobile tables, loaded and unloaded
• Read written/printed specifications and drawings
• Minimal: heavy lifting from floor or higher, bending, twisting, climbing, lifting arms above shoulders, kneeling
• Minimal: exposure to excessive noise, hazardous chemicals, hazardous equipment, uneven walking surfaces
• Must have a visual acuity of 20/25 in at least one eye, either correct or uncorrected.

Job Specifications

Education: 2 year degree in Engineering or a quality-related technical discipline or equivalent combination of education and experience required.

Certifications: ASQ CQA, or CQI beneficial

Years of Experience: 2 years or more of relevant experience

Skills:

• Knowledgeable of associated regulatory requirements
• Fully versed with AS9102 requirements and effective First Article Inspections
• Familiarity with industry workmanship standards such as IPC-A-610 Class 3 and J-Stds
• Experience developing and presenting training classes related to Inspection disciplines
• Must have knowledge of assembly drawings, parts lists, workmanship standards, standard inspection procedures, wiring diagrams and be able to add tolerances using decimals, etc.
• Proven ability to plan and direct technical efforts to meet quality targets
• Effective interpersonal skills to influence and lead a team
• Hands-on, walk-around leader with the ability to motivate and empower others while offering focused leadership in ambiguous circumstances
• Skilled at performing examinations and quality control inspections of products, materials, components
• Experienced in analyzing and determining inspection methods and procedures
• Demonstrated good judgement to identify and resolve day-to-day technical and operational problems
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and database management tools

Come join the Parker Aerospace Team! We are proud to offer a competitive benefits designed with health, wealth and well-being in mind. Our competitive package includes:

Health and Wellbeing:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage from day one, including Health Savings and Reimbursement Accounts.
• Wellness incentive credits leading to reduced healthcare premiums.
• Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for health and well-being support.

Financial Security and Growth:

• Competitive salary with an annual bonus incentive plan.
• Retirement benefits: 401(k) with company match opportunity.
• Income Protection, Life Insurance, Accidental Life & Dismemberment Insurance, Short and Long-Term Disability insurance.

Work-Life Balance and Flexibility:

• Generous Paid Time Off: 120 hours, plus up to 13 paid holidays including a company-wide shut down between Christmas and New Year's.
• Parental Leave: 4 weeks at 100% pay for new family additions.
• Extras like Adoption Assistance, financial guidance resources, paid jury duty, bereavement time, and time off for citizenship testing, marriage, and birth.

Parker Purpose Opportunities:

• Business Resource Groups promoting diversity, equity and inclusion.
• Volunteering day off and social committee activities throughout the year.

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations.

("Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor")

If you would like more information about Equal Employment Opportunity as an applicant under the law, please go to Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (eeoc.gov) and Genetic Information Discrimination

Drug-Free Workplace
In accordance with Parker's policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.