Quality Control Lead

QC Lead (Aerospace Machining)

Location:

Chino, CA Shift:

1st

Shift Industry:

Aerospace & Defense Manufacturing Position Overview:

We are seeking a hands-on Quality Control Lead to spearhead the inspection department for a premier aerospace precision machining facility in Chino. This is a "working lead" role where you will balance departmental leadership—including scheduling and team mentorship—with high-level technical inspection tasks. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in a machine shop environment and is proficient in navigating the rigorous quality standards required by Tier-1 aerospace OEMs.

Core Responsibilities:

Departmental Leadership:

Lead all inspection personnel, manage daily work schedules, and provide performance metrics and quality data to management.

Hands-on Inspection:

Perform First Article (FAIR), In-Process, and Final inspections on complex precision-machined parts.

Technical Compliance:

Review and critique AS9102 reports and support both internal and external audit efforts.

System Oversight:

Establish and monitor KPIs to evaluate the efficiency of the quality control system.

Continuous Improvement:

Investigate non-conformities, perform root cause analysis, and implement effective CAPA (Corrective and Preventive Actions).

Required Skills & Qualifications:

Experience:

6+ years of recent inspection experience in a manufacturing environment, with at least 2 years in a leadership or supervisory capacity.

Technical Mastery:

Proficient in reading blueprints and applying advanced GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing).

Aerospace Standards:

Strong working knowledge of AS9100D QMS and experience preparing/maintaining AS9102 documentation.

Metrology Tools:

Hands-on experience with

CMM, FARO

Arm, and metrology software such as PC-DMIS or Verisurf.

Software Proficiency:

Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., JobBOSS), CAD software (CATIA V5 preferred), and MS Office 365.

Industry Knowledge:

Familiarity with major aerospace standards including BAC, BMS, BDS, and MIL specs.

Education:

High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent is required.