Quality Inspector at Pexco in Yorba Linda, CA

Job Summary

The Quality Inspector is responsible for inspecting plastic injection molded components, and precision machined parts at various stages of production, including receiving, in-process, first article, and final, to ensure compliance with customer specifications, industry standards, and regulatory requirements. This role operates under AS9100D and AS9102 guidelines, using precision measurement tools and collaborating closely with production, engineering, and quality teams to maintain the highest quality standards.

Job Location Yorba Linda, CA Mon-Fri 6:30am-3:00pm $20-$25 DOE

Key Responsibilities:

1. Inspection & Compliance

• Perform receiving inspections on raw materials, components, and vendor supplied parts, verifying certifications, dimensions, and compliance with purchase orders
• Conduct in-process, first article, and final inspections for molded and machined parts using precision tools
• Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and GD&T requirements to ensure compliance
• Perform First Article Inspections (FAI) in accordance with AS9102 requirements
• Maintain lot traceability and review material certification for aerospace compliance

2. Documentation & Reporting

• Accurately document inspection results and maintain organized quality records
• Generate Nonconformance Reports (NCRs) when required
• Comply with AS9100 document control processes

3. Collaboration & Problem-Solving

• Support root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions with cross-functional teams
• Collaborating with production, engineering, and quality departments to resolve quality issues

4. Tools & Equipment

• Utilize calipers, micrometers, height gauges, bore gauges, thread gauges, optical comparators, CMMs, and other precision tools

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED
• Minimum 2 years of quality inspection experience in manufacturing; aerospace, plastics injection molding, or machining preferred
• Strong understanding of AS9100D and As9102 standards
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T
• Proficient with precision measuring equipment and Microsoft Office
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and documentation

Preferred:

• Experience with CMM programming/operations
• Knowledge of aerospace material specifications and special processes
• Training in root cause analysis and continuous improvement

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand and walk for extended periods
• Lift up to 25lbs occasionally
• Visual acuity to detect fine details during inspections

Personal Attributes

• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Team-oriented with good communication abilities
• Commitment to quality and continuous improvement

Company Overview

Precise Aerospace Manufacturing - precisemfg.com

**** Precise Aerospace Manufacturing Inc. (PAM), established in 1965, is a premier full-service supplier specializing in close-tolerance custom molding and machining for the aerospace, defense, medical, and electronic industries. With over five decades of experience, PAM offers expertise in injecting, compression, and transfer molded plastics, as well as CNC machining and value-added assembly.

The company maintains AS9100 and ISO 9001 certification, ensuring adherence to stringent quality standards. PAM is also approved by major OEMs and has been privileged to manufacture parts for the NASA Space Shuttle Program

Located in Yorba, Linda, California, Precise Aerospace Manufacturing is committed to delivering high-quality, precision-engineered solutions to meet the demanding requirements of its diverse clientele.

Pexco is a leading component supplier across a variety of industrial end markets and applications with production facilities in the US, Mexico, and Canada. The Company is primarily engaged in designing and manufacturing not only extruded plastic (commodity to high-performance) tubes and profiles through an expansive twelve-site footprint but also specializes in the injection molding of high-performance polymer parts. In addition, Pexco offers a wide range of differentiated, value-added services, including design, prototyping, die building, sub-assembly, fabrication and supply chain management. Moreover, Pexco has developed deep expertise in processing PTFE rod, tube, sheet, tape, and pipe, as well as in rubber extrusion serving the RV and other industries.

Pexco’s innovative products are utilized in fluid handling, electrical insulation, traffic safety, infrastructure, and lighting applications across aerospace & defense, medical, electronics & semiconductors, mobility, environmental testing, pharmaceuticals, food & beverage, and other high-growth end-markets. The Company sells directly to more than 2,000 customers, including OEMs and end-users, as well as through distribution in certain markets.

Pexco has built an industry-leading reputation through its focus on short-run products with rapid turnarounds, tight tolerances, material science expertise, and a high degree of operational complexity. The company has a proven track record of growing its core segments and entering attractive new verticals over time to gain an increased share of a $10 billion total addressable market.

Pexco’s strategy is to consistently deliver compelling customer value within both our core and strategic market segments. Continuous improvement and ease of doing business (internal and external), remain a consistent operating theme for Pexco.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Pexco is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all employees. It is the company's policy to seek and employ the best qualified personnel in all positions to provide equal opportunity for advancement to all employees, including upgrading, promotion and training, and to administer these activities in a manner which will not discriminate against or give preference to any person because of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, handicap, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, arrest or conviction record, or any other discriminatory basis prohibited by state or federal law.