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Assistant First Article Inspector Jobs in San Jose, CA

FM Industries

Mechanical Inspector 3

Livermore, CA · On-site

$28 - $34/hr

Collect measurement data for use in First Article Inspection (FAI) reports. * Collect and provide data required for the critical part of Final Inspection Reports (FIRs) * Perform roving in-process ...

A1J Technologies

Manufacturing Process Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$87K - $116K/yr

Quality & First Article Support * Partner with Quality to ensure inspection planning aligns with the actual manufacturing sequence. * Identify process-critical inspection points, irreversible ...

Adecco

Quality Inspector I

San Jose, CA · On-site

$28 - $35/hr

Conduct first article inspections, lot sampling, and visual inspections using magnification tools and/or Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) equipment * Accurately enter inspection results into the ...

Muon Space

Machinist

San Jose, CA · On-site

$25 - $40/hr

Design reviews on Tuesday, dialing in fixturing on Wednesday, owning first-article inspection on Friday. Working with world class senior level engineering, scientists and machinists you will be ...

Muon Space

Senior Machinist

San Jose, CA · On-site

$58 - $65/hr

Design reviews on Tuesday, dialing in fixturing on Wednesday, owning first-article inspection on Friday. The named point of contact for components as it moves from CAD to finished parts This position ...

Archer

Sr. Product Quality Engineer

San Jose, CA

$126K - $150K/yr

Conduct or support First Article Inspection in compliance with SAE AS9102 * Facilitate and support ... Experience with aircraft or composite assembly processes * Assist in the planning and process for ...

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What is the difference between Assistant First Article Inspector vs Quality Control Inspector?

AspectAssistant First Article InspectorQuality Control Inspector
CredentialsHigh school diploma, training in inspection proceduresHigh school diploma, training or certification in quality control
Work EnvironmentManufacturing plants, assembly linesManufacturing facilities, inspection stations
Employer & IndustryAutomotive, aerospace, electronics industriesVarious manufacturing sectors including automotive, consumer goods
Primary FocusAssist in inspecting first articles for complianceInspect finished products for defects and quality standards

The Assistant First Article Inspector primarily supports the inspection of initial production samples to ensure they meet specifications, while the Quality Control Inspector performs ongoing inspections of finished products to maintain quality standards. Both roles require similar training but focus on different stages of the manufacturing process.

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Mechanical Inspector 3

FM Industries

Livermore, CA • On-site

$28 - $34/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 5 days ago

FM Industries rating

7.9

Company rating: 7.9 out of 10

Based on 5 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description


GET TO KNOW US: 

FM Industries can promise you an environment that not only encourages your best, but also rewards it with plenty of room to grow.  FM industries is a premier manufacturing solutions provider.  We specialize in build to print, precision machined components, anodizing and engineered thermal spray coatings.  We provide customers leading edge support from protype to production. 

SUMMARY OF POSITION: 

Responsible for performing precision mechanical inspection of machined parts and incoming materials to verify compliance with specifications. Ensure conformance requirements through the use of calibrated measuring equipment and visual inspection. Interpret customer drawings and specifications, reference company work instructions, and process travelers. Must be able to work off-shift, weekends, and holidays when business demands require it.

  • Basic blueprint reading and shop math (Trigonometry) 
  • Collect measurement data for use in First Article Inspection (FAI) reports. 
  • Collect and provide data required for the critical part of Final Inspection Reports (FIRs) 
  • Perform roving in-process inspection of parts being run in Manufacturing. 
  • Inspect in-house and outsource in-process production run parts. 
  • Review routers to ensure that upstream operations have been completed and signed off. 
  • Complete Discrepant Material Report (DMR) forms for rejected parts. 
  • Inspect incoming purchased parts for compliance with specifications. 
  • Inspect outgoing material for packaging and conformance to requirements. 
  • Perform surface plate and comparator setups. 
  • Fill out and file required reports, logs, databases, forms, and documents. 
  • Basic CMM alignment & manual CMM measurements 
  • Comply with applicable environmental, health, and safety laws and regulations, Company policy, and accepted safe work practices. 

Qualifications:

  • ASQ Certified Quality Inspector Certification preferred
  • 5-7 years of related work experience preferably in a machining, automotive or aerospace business
  • Thorough knowledge of GD&T preferred
  • CMM operation experience preferred
  • Visual inspection experience
  • Ability to correctly uses and interpret basic measuring tools, including weight gauge, micrometer, caliper scale (linear), gauge blocks, thread gauges and comparative standards

CULTURE: 

At FM Industries our success is powered by people and technology.  Our culture is what makes FM a fun and rewarding place to work. We champion diversity and we are always seeking new ways to amaze our customers.  Success is celebrated and integrity is the core of who we are at FM Industries.

WHAT CAN WE OFFER YOU FOR ALL YOUR HARD WORK?

Competitive salaries

Paid time off program

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) Retirement Savings – with a generous company match

Give us your best and we’ll give you ours!

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