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ESSEX INDUSTRIES, INC.

Quality Inspector

14 days ago by ESSEX INDUSTRIES, INC.
  • Salary negotiable
  • Affton, MO, US
  • Full-time
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Quality Inspector role at Essex Industries, a multi-site aerospace and defense manufacturer serving military and commercial customers worldwide. You'll perform detailed inspections and testing to aerospace standards (including AS9102), working with GD&T, blueprints, gauges, and FAA/regulatory requirements. Standout perks include bonus eligibility, overtime, and comprehensive benefits (401k match, medical, PTO, parental leave, pet insurance).

Key skills
AS9102 First Article Inspection (FAI)GD&TBlueprint and specification interpretationFAA/regulatory inspection complianceAcceptance Test Procedure (ATP) testingElectrical and functional testingUse of inspection tools, gauges, and equipmentStatistical Process Control (SPC)Calibration records documentationInspection database data entry
Salary not listed β€” comparable Quality Inspector roles in aerospace manufacturing in the Affton/St. Louis, MO area often pay roughly $22-$32/hour ($46k-$67k/year), depending on experience and certifications.
You'll thrive here if you have hands-on aerospace inspection experience, can interpret complex GD&T and blueprints accurately, and are comfortable documenting results to strict standards and procedures.
Why apply
  • Bonus opportunity plus overtime pay
  • 401k matching and full benefits
  • Training, development, and paid holidays
Essex Industries is a multi-site aerospace and defense manufacturer serving military and commercial customers worldwide. This role includes understanding and interpreting symbols, tolerances, complex specifications, blueprints, and test procedures while utilizing various tools, gauges, and equipment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

  • Consistently produce high quality First Article Inspection in accordance with AS9102 and all other aerospace standards
  • Advanced knowledge of GD&T
  • Perform inspection work (under FAA guidelines and other regulatory requirements) as required.
  • Test the part per Acceptance Test Procedure (ATP)
  • Follow procedures for rigid electrical and functional testing of vendor and fabricated parts
  • Ability to verify correct specifications, certifications and packing requirements have been met
  • Document calibration records.
  • Document and label shelf-life chemicals and remove chemicals when required.
  • Perform First Piece Inspection.
  • Record discrepancies and separate good from defective parts, enter inspection results in database.
  • Assume responsibility that completed product has met all requirements
  • Ability to implement Statistical process Control
  • Assist in other areas, or tasks, to meet production needs

Requirements

  • High school education or equivalent and 3-4 years of experience on the job; or equivalent of the two. May have supplemental credentials such as NDT credentials, or any other customary and specific credential that brings value to the company.

Why Choose Essex Industries:
  • Base Pay and Overtime Pay Eligible
  • Bonus Opportunity
  • Paid time off
  • 10 company holidays
  • Training & Development
  • Retirement Benefits - 401k matching
  • Tax-Advantaged Accounts
  • Medical, dental, vision coverage
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Life Insurance
  • Parental Leave
  • Pet Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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Reference: 25765_526214057Β·Original posting
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