Incoming Inspector - Parachute Maintenance Dept

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits :

401(k)

401(k) matching

Bonus based on performance

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job Title : PMD - Incoming Inspector EEO Classification : Operatives

Department : Parachute Maintenance FSLA Status : Hourly, Non-Exempt

Reports to : PMD Team Leader

Position Summary : Responsible for identifying defects, damage, or deficiencies of a customers parachute through a methodical step-by-step inspection.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintains good working knowledge of, and follows all related SOPs and Work Instructions.
• Inspects returned canopies and notes all defects, damage and deficiencies in written form throughout the inspection procedure; helps to evaluate whether noted defects, damage or deficiencies are pertinent to canopys airworthiness for customer consideration and information.
• Inspects and maintains demo canopies and accompanying equipment such as risers, deployment bag, and pilot chute.
• Washes canopies, removes or buffs grommets on sliders, installs risers and other equipment for testing purposes as required.
• Performs other inherent duties related to but not limited, to the above.

Education and Experience Requirements

High School diploma or GED Equivalent required.

Previous Inspection experience in manufacturing environment preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Must be able to read, understand and follow written Standard Operating Procedure Specifications that are written in the English language.
• Visual acuity necessary to visually inspect canopies of defects.
• Must be detail oriented.
• Must be able to use measuring devices and have good math skills.

Physical Requirements

• Finger, hand and arm dexterity crucial for manipulating canopy parts.
• Visual acuity necessary for inspection of canopies.
• Ability to lift materials weighing up to 50 pounds
• Must have legible handwriting to complete required documentation.
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time.
• Bending and stooping required when lifting canopies onto workstation
• Reaching required when inspecting canopies on hanging racks

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.