Inspector

Company: 
Safran
Category: 
Maintenance
Job Type: 
Permanent
City: 
Gainesville
State: 
Texas
Country: 
United States

POWERED BY TEAMWORK. Are you ready to be part of a team that drives big ideas and even bigger wins? At Safran, we believe in the power of both collaboration and individual contributions. We understand that it takes diverse perspectives, problem-solving skills, dependability, and trust to push each other forward and achieve great success. For us, working here is more than just a job; its a passion. Theres the unique opportunity to lead the way in aerospace and defense and contribute to creating a safer and more sustainable world.We trust our employees to bring bold ideas to build the future of aerospace together, contributing to our ranking by TIME as the leading Aerospace & Defense company on the 2023 Worlds Best Companies list (59 on the full list). In this role, youll play a pivotal part in inspecting operations in assigned fabrication and assembly areas to ensure articles inspected conform to design requirements. Join our team and become part of the group thats making amazing things happen on the ground and in the skies. Together, well proudly step back and say, “We did that”.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 1. Performs work identified in the inspector classifications, completes required documentation associated with articles inspected.2. Must be familiar with blueprints, applicable specifications.3. Must be able, with guidance, to perform inspection operations of completed articles in fabrication and assembly areas.4. Must be able to use standard inspection tools, detailed layout templates, patterns, and tooling related to the job5. Must be able to use the MAPICS system, Quality Management System, and access drawings, specifications, and other data required to support the inspection process.6. Must be able to perform other duties as requiredEmployee is expected to follow all safety regulations, keep work area in a clean and orderly condition, and wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required for the assigned work area(s). Performs safety related duties as assigned.DECISION-MAKING AUTHORITY Employee is responsible for determining if she/he has adequate information and materials to complete tasks as directed. Selection of methods and sequences to complete tasks within limits of the specific jobs assigned. Determines if in-coming and out-going parts are made to specifications.Decisions/Problems referred to supervisor Problems with equipment or machinery. Unfamiliar or insufficient defined tasks. Conflicting priorities. Incorrect documentation. Training issues.Our CSR strategy, Engage for the Future, focuses on four pillars: decarbonizing aviation, being an exemplary employer, responsible industry practices, and societal commitment. With an ambitious goal of carbon-neutral aviation by 2050, we involve all teams in pioneering solutions, shaping a more sustainable future together.

Requirements: 

QUALIFICATIONS High School diploma or equivalent required. 6-12 months of related experience required – equivalent education and background may be substituted for experience in some areas. Requires a thorough understanding of shop practices and procedures. Must be able to read and interpret average to complex blueprints, drawings, diagrams, tolerance information, route sheets, work orders, safety guidelines, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Must be able to add, subtract, multiply, divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals and apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations. Employee must be able to obtain and maintain all required certifications and licenses. Customer Focus: Is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers; Understands that his or her job is not a series of tasks and duties, but rather an integral part of creating value for customers Integrity and Trustworthiness: Behaves in honorable ways even when no one is watching; maintains confidentiality for sensitive information; acts in line with Group values; alerts others when faced with problems Listening: Practices attentive and active listening; has the patience to hear people out; can accurately understand and discuss the opinions of others even when s/he disagrees Adaptability: Is able to learn from mistakes/ is sensitive to changing demands and requirements and changes; accordingly, seeks feedback; accepts that people may have different appoints of view Problem Solving: Is able to define and diagnose problems, then bring a range of ideas for solutions; is skilled at rigorous analysis; probes many fruitful sources for answers; compare and evaluates solutions; evaluates the global impact of the solutions he/she proposes Business and Industry Knowledge: Strives to master the technical skills required to successfully perform their job; seeks out best practices to increase skill level Drive for Results: Demonstrates a continuous improvement mindset; can be counted on to exceed goals successfully Delivering Direct and Neutral Feedback: Respects the other while delivering feedback in a neutral manner; using a respectful manner, does not hold back on providing feedback out of fear of the person's reactionEQUIPMENT OPERATIONTypes of equipment will depend on area of assignment but may include linear scales, calipers, micrometers, protractor, radius gages, square. Dimensions to be inspected will be in tenths, hundredths, & thousandths (.1, .01, .001).We offer competitive salaries, recognition programs, comprehensive benefits, retirement plans with employer match, professional development, tuition assistance, hybrid remote work, and over 300 career paths across global sites. Join us at Safran Seats USA, where your talents are valued and nurtured as we collectively evolve and excel.

First posted: 
4/19/2025 12:00:00 AM

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