Entry Level Quality Inspector (Meadville/Saegertown)

Acutec Precision Aerospace IncAcutec Precision Aerospace IncMeadville, Pennsylvania, United States
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8/14/2026

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Full time

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Core responsibilities

Perform visual and dimensional inspections on aerospace parts throughout the machining process to ensure compliance with blueprints and quality standards. Communicate quality findings effectively with machine operators and maintain accurate inspection paperwork.

Requirements overview

Requires a high school diploma or GED and the ability to interpret blueprints and geometric tolerances. Must be proficient in using various inspection tools and possess strong mathematical and communication skills.

Key skills

Blueprint readingCMMComparatorMicrohiteIndicatorThread gagesVisual inspectionDimensional inspectionGeometric toleranceStatistical process controlMathematical calculationsAerospace quality standardsMachining processQuality assuranceTechnical documentation

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Education requirements

high school

About Acutec Precision Aerospace Inc

Industry

Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing

Employees

216

Type

Privately Held

Size

201-500 employees

We are hiring, join our team and be part of the fastest growing employer in the region! Private woman-owned forward-thinking, data-driven, vertically integrated, machining and subassembly supplier partner. Specialties include mill, turn, grind, EDM low to complex mechanical and hydraulic components and assemblies, small to medium runs (15-5000 count lot sizes) with vertically integrated post-machining operations. Quick Fact Sheet Company started in 1988, certified woman-owned small business 2015E: 85% aerospace, 15% power generation/other 4 locations: 273,000 sq ft Saegertown, PA, Meadville PA , St, Stephen, SC, all facilities linked Over 430 employees Over 10,000 aerospace parts on file; 800 new parts in 2014. Machining capabilities • 195+ CNC machining centers • 3 and 4 axis • 5 axis prismatic cells with robotic pallet loading • Turning and live turning • Grinding, honing and EDM (NADCAP) • Roll-threading • Numerous lean manufacturing cells Vertically integrated capabilities • Assembly & Test • Mechanical processing • Metal joining • Finishing • Coating (NADCAP) • Non-Destructive Testing (NADCAP) • Chemical Processing (NADCAP) • Marking Common materials: • All stainless steels (300 series, 400 series, 13-8, 15-5, 17-4) • High temperature metals (Hastelloy, Inconel, A-286, L-605, etc.) • Aluminum (2000, 6000, 7000 series) • Titanium • Aerospace alloys (4130, 4340) • Exotics: Composites, Beryllium Copper, Carbon • Shapes: bar, plate, tubing, forgings, castings, extrusions Nominal size range: • Turned: 0.4” – 12” • Milled: 0.5” to 18” dia bar or plate • CNC machine tolerances held: +/- 0.0005in • Ground or honed tolerances held: +/- .00015in Process management software and systems: • CATIA, AutoCAD, MasterCam, Solidworks • JobBoss ERP, uniPoint, Visual FAIR, SentryFile, MCOSMOS, Measurelink SPC software, Vimana MTconnect • AS-9100C, ISO-9001, Flight Safety Part, ITAR approved • IT development team

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ManufacturingEngineeringTradesCustomer Service & Support

Description

Description Make Your Mark in Aerospace Quality! Do you have what it takes to be at the forefront of ensuring that the flight-critical parts produced at Acutec exceed the highest quality standards? As an Inspector, you will play a vital role in our mission. This customer-service oriented position is perfect for those who are meticulous in their work, excel at multitasking, enjoy variety, and love the challenge of a fast-paced environment. Join us and be a part of something extraordinary. Apply now and embark on a career where every detail counts! Essential Duties and Responsibilities Work from and have the ability to follow work instructions including: finding job paperwork from the computer database; read blueprints; set-up and use of inspection tooling; and perform visual inspections to tight aerospace criteria; inspect parts throughout the machining process after first part approval. Identify critical information from drawings such as; ability to understand / interpret geometric tolerance, locate and inspect all notes, verify and use proper revisions Must demonstrate the ability to use various inspection tooling and gauging which includes: CMM, Comparator, Microhite, Indicator, thread gages, all other hand tools as necessary. Perform a visual inspection of each work-piece to ensure it is free of any visual defects such as burrs, nicks, surface finish, scratches and other deleterious imperfections. Visual inspection may require the use of a microscope or other magnification devices. Perform dimensional inspection as called out on the in inspection paperwork. Exchange vital information with machine operators about the quality of parts being manufactured. Key Roles Able to interpret and understand drawings, router and manufacturing op sheets for parts being produced Learn and use alternate method of inspection to validate when discrepancy is found and once verified, alert the operator/cell leaders of the conditions found Accurately complete paperwork & ensure paperwork is correct Work well with coworkers / internal customers Requirements Requirements To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education & Experience Requirements: High school diploma or general education degree (GED), some related experience and training; or equivalent combination of education and experience Required Knowledge and Skills: · Ability to communicate effectively with all internal and external customers in both written and oral form. · Ability to perform statistical process control input and interpret statistical data to compensate for machining deviation. Ability to perform mathematical calculations on fractions, percentages, and decimals and metric conversion. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk; and regularly required to stand; handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee will regularly lift and/or move up to 5 to 10 pounds and rarely lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Annual employee vision tests are administered. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes, or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is frequently loud. Safety and Policy Practices The employee in this job must be knowledgeable in regard to the safety policies and procedures of the Company as described in the company safety manual. The employee must adhere to all said policies and procedures while supporting the goals and objectives of the organization and recognize the Company’s need to achieve its business objective. Employee is responsible for complying with Company hazardous waste disposal procedures.

Requirements

  • Blueprint reading
  • CMM
  • Comparator
  • Microhite
  • Indicator
  • Thread gages
  • Visual inspection
  • Dimensional inspection
  • Geometric tolerance
  • Statistical process control
  • Mathematical calculations
  • Aerospace quality standards
  • Machining process
  • Quality assurance
  • Technical documentation

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