Quality Inspector Jobs in Manchester, CT (NOW HIRING)

Description

Position Summary

Projects Inc. is seeking a Quality Inspector to support inspection activities within a precision aerospace manufacturing environment.

This position is responsible for verifying product conformity through dimensional inspection, blueprint interpretation, and documentation review while ensuring compliance with customer, regulatory, and internal quality requirements.

The successful candidate understands that inspection is more than measuring parts - it is protecting the customer, preventing escapes, and ensuring product integrity.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform first piece, in-process, and final inspections on aerospace components and assemblies.
• Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, GD&T requirements, and customer standards.
• Verify dimensional characteristics using precision measurement equipment.
• Complete inspection documentation accurately and thoroughly.
• Identify, document, and communicate non-conformance.
• Review manufacturing travelers, certifications, and supporting documentation for completeness and compliance.
• Support root cause investigations and corrective action activities when quality issues arise.
• Assist with containment activities related to nonconforming material.
• Maintain inspection records in accordance with company and customer requirements.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.

Requirements

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years of manufacturing inspection experience.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and      specifications.
• Experience using precision measurement equipment      including:
  • Calipers
  • Micrometers
  • Height Gages
  • Bore Gages
  • Indicators
  • Thread Gages
  • Pin Gages
• Basic understanding of GD&T.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy.

Preferred Qualifications

• Aerospace manufacturing experience.
• AS9100 experience.
• First Article Inspection (FAI) experience.
• Knowledge of inspection sampling plans.
• Experience using CMM-generated reports.
• Familiarity with ERP and quality management systems.
• Experience with customer-specific requirements

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk throughout the workday.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to perform visual inspections and use precision      measuring equipment for extended periods.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment.

What Success Looks Like

Successful Inspectors at Projects Inc.:

• Follow evidence, not assumptions.
• Verify findings before escalating concerns.
• Communicate issues clearly and professionally.
• Understand the importance of measurement system integrity.
• Protect the customer from escapes.
• Remain objective under schedule and production pressure.
• Take pride in accuracy, consistency, and attention to detail

Why Projects

At Projects Inc., Quality Inspectors play a critical role in supporting aerospace programs where precision, accuracy, and customer confidence are essential. This role offers the opportunity to work alongside experienced engineering, quality, and manufacturing professionals while contributing directly to product quality and customer satisfaction.

Acknowledgments:

The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their manager.

Projects Incorporated is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, ancestry, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, medical condition, disability, veteran status, gender identity, or any other basis protected by law.

Drug-Free and Alcohol-Free Workplace

In compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988, Projects is committed to providing a safe, quality-oriented, and productive work environment. Alcohol and drug use and abuse pose a threat to the health and safety of our employees, to the security of our equipment, facilities, and product quality. For these reasons, Projects is dedicated to the elimination of drug and alcohol use and abuse in the workplace.

This policy applies to all employees and all applicants for employment at Projects. Human Resources is responsible for the administration of this policy.

Pre-employment

Applicants being considered for hire must pass a drug test after written acceptance of an offer of employment and before beginning work. Refusal to submit to testing will result in disqualification of further employment consideration.

All applicants are subject to pre-employment drug testing and will be assigned to a testing facility designated by Projects and directed to provide a urine specimen. Collected specimens will be sent to a federally certified laboratory and tested for evidence of marijuana, cocaine, opiates, amphetamines, PCP, benzodiazepines, methadone, methaqualone, propoxyphene use, and specimens may be tested for other illegal drug(s).