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Inspection Technician - 3rd Shift

Ogden, UT • On-site

Williams International
Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing • 1 - 5K employees
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$17.50 - $23.75/hr

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Job description

Inspection Technician

Williams International is a privately-owned company that develops and manufactures jet engines for both military and commercial aircraft applications. We are a company of creators who deliver pioneering ideas and technologies that lead the aerospace industry. Our culture fosters creativity, collaboration, and continuous learning to position our team members to inspire each other and provide quality products and supporting services that exceed the expectations of our customers.

The Inspection Technician will have responsibility for the inspection of all types of processes, parts, and activities. These duties will require the use of manual measuring equipment, programming and operation of a coordinate measuring machine (CMM), UT Inspection, and completion of First Article Inspections. He/she will participate in inspection and/or testing related activities to ensure that parts are manufactured in accordance with manufacturing standards and specifications.

Additionally, the Inspection Technician will:

  • Performs inspections for first piece, NC program tape proofs and TMI inspections.
  • Write, update and maintain CMM inspection programs for in-process operations.
  • Manufacture and/or tests parts according to engineering and customer standards and specifications.
  • Maintain accurate and reliable documentation.
  • Perform inspection and/or testing related activities to ensure that parts are manufactured in accordance with manufacturing standards and blueprint specifications. Visually inspects parts to ensure they are free of burrs or damaged surfaces.
  • Remove burrs, sharp edges, tool marks and other irregularities from machined parts to ensure they are in accordance with engineering blueprints, and tolerance requirements.
  • Maintain proper identification of parts per planning specifications and ensure that accurate and reliable records and documentation are maintained.
  • Communicate change of shift requirements to ensure team members receive accurate and reliable information and documentation.
  • Perform routine maintenance of machines and equipment operated.
  • Clean, organize and maintain cellular manufacturing work area in accordance with established standards.

Qualifications:

High School or GED and a minimum of one-year of directly related experience in CMM and/or First Article inspections, tool proofs, and GD&T. Knowledge of Metrologic CMM software is preferred. Relevant CMM software experience is a must. Reads, understands and correctly interprets blueprints. Must be capable of lifting 50 lbs. from floor to waist. (Note must use a lift assist or assistance from other individual(s) when lifting in excess of 50 lbs.) Must be capable of pushing or pulling a weight of 60 lbs. Must have grip strength of at least 50 lbs. U.S. citizenship is required.

Position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Government Security Clearance, if needed. Candidates selected may be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Williams International is a Drug Free Workplace where all new team members and contractors are subject to pre-employment drug testing for the following controlled substances: marijuana, cocaine, PCP, amphetamines, opioids and alcohol as policy dictates.

Williams International is committed to equal employment opportunities for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, and protected veteran status.

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