FAI Inspector (First Article Inspection)

Job Description

Job Summary

Responsible for a managing quality documentation needs, source inspection requirements, and FAI’s, within the Quality Assurance Department.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Prepares and collects a variety of documents required for pending shipments to customers including but not limited to; certificates of compliance, certificates of origin, material certifications, test certifications.

Responsible for compiling and reviewing final First Article Inspection documentation and submitting completed package electronically or in hard copy per customer requirements.

Participate in preparing source inspection materials, scheduling and facilitating source inspection activity for Prime and Government Inspectors.

Participates in contract and program reviews when required.

Manages internal Audit Program, performs Audits as Lead Auditor, performs or facilitates in-house training of Auditors, maintains schedule including working with auditors through the year to complete required audits.

Play and active role in designated quality representative (DQR) self-release program, assist in maintaining all required documentation, disseminating any Customer specific alerts, engages with Customers for audits of self-release program.

Engages with Customer Portals for shipping requirements, first article creation, Customer related approvals for Sub-tier suppliers.

Supports Government/Military contracts processing.

Coordinate and facilitate customer audits for Quality and Engineering.

Assists in the maintenance of ISO/AS9100 procedures.

Performs other duties as directed.

Basic Qualifications (including education and experience required)

This position requires a minimum of a high school diploma & 5 years of relevant quality experience, working in a quality department, in an ISO9001 / AS9100 quality environment.

Extensive experience with all aspects of FAI / AS9202 inspection reporting

Experience with FAI Software. Experience with Visual Fair, Discuss, and Net Inspect preferred

Experience and knowledge with precision machining of components, sheet metal fabrication, component special processes.

Proficient with ISO 9000 / AS9100 Standards

Ability to read blueprints and understand industry and military specifications.

Excellent interpersonal, communication, writing, and computer skills.

Internal Audit experience on ISO 9001 or AS9100 standards preferred.

Required Competencies

Possess the judgment necessary to present recommendations for action to others when decisions are outside responsibility.

Results oriented with the drive necessary to continuously look for ways to improve the effectiveness of operations, processes, procedures, or services.

Persistent and relentless when pursuing solutions to problems.

Critical analytical thinker who applies logic and sound reasoning to determine the facts of the situation and identify root cause.

Creative thinker who will develop creative approaches to problems.

Ability to communicate effectively when speaking and writing so that others can understand a situation and take appropriate action.

Demonstrates the honesty and integrity required to do the right thing while adhering to strongly held principles and values.