Inspector Trainee - 2nd Shift

Kamatics, a division of Kaman, has an exciting opportunity for an Inspector Trainee to join our Bloomfield, CT team on 2nd shift. Hours are 3:15 PM - 12:45 AM, this includes one hour of mandatory overtime at the end of shift for a required 45 hour week.

OT pay is 1.5x the hourly rate for all hours in excess of 40 in a week.

Perform basic inspection activities of product, materials, first piece inspection and in-process monitoring as assigned. Report to Value Stream Manager/Sr.

Team Leader on work assignments to meet production schedules. Report to Quality Assurance Supervisor regarding quality issues. Assign tasks to inspectors to ensure that production schedules are met.

Responsibilities:

• Performs visual and dimensional inspection of various mechanical components and assemblies to close tolerance. With assistance as required from a senior inspector, perform 1^st piece and in-process inspection in assigned value stream.
• Identifies defects in surface, dimensional, visual and non-conformities (material, documentation and workmanship) to blue prints and Kamatics quality standards. Reports non-conformist of materials or unusual conditions to Quality Supervisor and cell leader.
• Uses a variety of required basic inspection devices, tools and instruments to verify drawing specifications.
• Performs all responsibilities within productivity and quality expectations. Follows work procedures.
• Complete basic inspection forms as instructed.
• Prepare product and related paperwork for presentation to customer, as instructed.
• Maintains clean and safe work environment. Follows safety and environmental procedures and regulations. Reports safety incidents to supervisor.
• Makes recommendations for improvements to work processes and procedures. Contributes to 5 S programs in work area.
• Provides a high level of service to all internal and external customers. Contributes to positive teamwork environment.
• Attend GD&T, blueprint reading, gauge training classes and other training, as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned. Participates in training/learning other positions. Accomplishes related results as needed.

Education:

High School Diploma or equivalent

Experience:

Some work experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

CMM Operations and Programming

• Advanced Shop Mathematics
• Geometric Tolerances and Dimensions
• SPC

Physical Demands:

Frequent mental and visual attention

Occasional (15-40%) lifting and moving materials up to 50 lbs.

Frequent walking and standing

Other:

Will be required to work overtime and weekends to meet customer needs

Ability to work flexible work schedule

A brief statement on the summary of the position

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