Job Description
Job Description
Summary / Objective
The First Article Inspector is responsible for performing highly detailed inspections of initial production parts (First Articles) to ensure complete compliance with engineering drawings, customer specifications, and quality standards (e.g., AS9102, IATF 16949). The goal is to prevent defects and non-conformance before large-scale production, ensuring process and product repeatability.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Perform comprehensive First Article Inspections (FAI) on newly tooled or modified plastic components, verifying all dimensional, visual, and material requirements.
Utilize and program various precision measuring instruments, including CMMs (Coordinate Measuring Machines) , optical comparators, calipers, micrometers, height gauges, and custom fixtures.
Interpret complex engineering blueprints, CAD models, and customer specifications (including GD&T - Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing ).
Communicate inspection results and discrepancies clearly and promptly to Quality Engineers, Tooling, and Production / Manufacturing teams.
Required Skills & Qualifications
Expert ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings and blueprints.
Inspector • Saint Paul, MN, US