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Columbia Helicopters, Inc.

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Senior Product Quality Technician (Personal Services)



Verifies that manufactured and repaired articles meet established requirements, including review and approval of First Article Inspection Reports and all associated documentation. In addition, provides leadership and guidance to shop personnel on technical matters and professional growth.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES -

  • Mentor and provide guidance to team members on technical aspects associated with product inspection.
  • Performs various inspections required for manufactured, Repair Station, and Operator articles (i.e., receiving, in-process, first article and final).
  • Responsible for reviewing and approving First Article Inspection Reports.
  • Handles and communicates deviations/non-conformances of articles.
  • Operates Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) for new and manufactured articles, and used and repaired articles as needed.
  • Maintains all required records as required by company procedures or FAA regulations.
  • Performance of FAA safety sensitive inspection functions may be required.
  • Provide less experienced employees with guidance on professional growth paths.
  • Conduct oneself in accordance with Company's Core Values.
  • Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE - 

  • High school diploma or equivalent required, further education or advance instruction relative to technical field is desirable.
  • Expert proficiency operating a CMM (10 years' experience preferred).
  • 10 years' experience working with AS9100/AS9110 Quality Management Systems or 10 years' ASQ Certified Quality Inspector.
  • Ability to locate, read, and follow technical data appropriate for the assigned task.
  • Ability to use precision measuring equipment and hand tools appropriate to the assigned tasks.
  • Reliable and flexible in regards to work priority, scope or schedule.
  • Willing to learn how to operate a forklift and be available as needed.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and ability to learn and effectively utilize other software applications .
  • Must have a track-record of being proactive and have a demonstrated history of successfully working under minimal supervision.
  • Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present ideas, concepts, and proposals to a wide range of audiences at all levels.
  • Ability to handle multiple task simultaneously in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
  • Maintain a good working relationship with all team members, stakeholders and customers.
  • Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.

 

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c) Admin

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