Lead Quality Inspector
Lead Quality Inspector
Location: Miami, FL
Industry: Aerospace Manufacturing
Employment Type: Full-Time
About the Opportunity
We are partnering with a growing aerospace manufacturer in the Miami, FL area seeking a Lead Quality Inspector to support and oversee inspection activities across manufacturing and production operations. This individual will serve as a technical leader within the quality organization, ensuring compliance with customer requirements, industry standards, and internal quality processes while providing direct leadership and guidance to inspection personnel.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced quality professional who thrives in a fast-paced aerospace environment and enjoys mentoring teams, driving quality excellence, and collaborating cross-functionally with manufacturing and engineering groups.
Responsibilities
- Lead daily inspection activities to ensure compliance with quality standards, engineering drawings, specifications, and customer requirements.
- Supervise, mentor, and provide technical guidance to quality inspectors and inspection personnel.
- Perform and oversee first article, in-process, final, and receiving inspections.
- Review inspection reports and quality documentation for accuracy and completeness.
- Support investigations related to nonconforming materials, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.
- Partner closely with Manufacturing, Engineering, and Supply Chain teams to resolve quality-related issues.
- Assist in preparation for internal, customer, and regulatory audits.
- Ensure compliance with aerospace quality standards, procedures, and documentation requirements.
- Monitor inspection metrics and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
- Promote a culture of quality, accountability, and teamwork throughout the organization.
Qualifications
- 8+ years of quality inspection experience within an aerospace manufacturing environment.
- Previous experience in a leadership, lead, supervisor, or direct people management role.
- Strong understanding of aerospace manufacturing processes, quality systems, and inspection methodologies.
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, GD&T, and technical specifications.
- Experience utilizing precision measurement equipment and inspection tools
Preferred Qualifications
- ASQ certifications (CQI, CQA, or related) preferred.
- Airframe and Powerplant License under part 65.
- Experience leading continuous improvement initiatives.
- Familiarity with First Article Inspection (FAI) processes and AS9102 requirements.
What We're Looking For
The ideal candidate is a hands-on quality leader who combines deep inspection expertise with strong interpersonal skills. They will be a visible leader on the production floor, capable of coaching teams, communicating effectively with stakeholders, and ensuring the highest standards of quality and compliance within a demanding aerospace environment.
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