Quality Control Lead Inspector - Agawam, MA

:The Company: · PacAero Agawam (formerly Litron) is a leader in the Defense and Aerospace sectors, specializing in RF/microwave package integration, laser welding, CNC machining, medical device manufacturing, and more. With approximately 70 employees at our 23,000 sq ft Agawam, M ...

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The Company:

PacAero Agawam (formerly Litron) is a leader in the Defense and Aerospace sectors, specializing in RF/microwave package integration, laser welding, CNC machining, medical device manufacturing, and more. With approximately 70 employees at our 23,000 sq ft Agawam, MA facility, we serve aerospace, industrial, and medical customers. A Qnnect Company, we are ISO9001 certified and comply with DFAR and ITAR regulations.

Job Details:

PacAero Agawam is seeking an experienced Quality Control Lead Inspector to support inspection activities within our aerospace manufacturing operations. This role is responsible for performing advanced inspection, supporting inspection workflow, maintaining inspection documentation, and helping ensure product meets all quality and customer requirements.

This position serves as a senior inspection resource and works closely with the Quality Manager and inspection team to support daily inspection priorities, improve inspection flow, and maintain compliance with company and customer quality standards.

This position is located in Agawam, MA and is onsite, full-time, and may require overtime based on business needs.

Requirements:

Inspection & Product Verification

• Perform visual inspection of product between production processes to ensure quality standards are met
• Perform dimensional inspection using hand inspection tools and Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) equipment
• Inspect product under microscope, including hermetic packages and precision components
• Verify product meets blueprint requirements, GD&T, and customer specifications
• Review production documentation for accuracy, completeness, and compliance

Inspection Support & Workflow Coordination

• Support the Quality Manager and inspection team in coordinating inspection priorities
• Help ensure inspection activities align with production schedules
• Assist in identifying opportunities to improve inspection efficiency and flow
• Serve as a technical resource to inspectors and production teams

Documentation & Inspection Planning

• Create and maintain inspection plans and inspection documentation
• Maintain accurate organization and storage of inspection records in both electronic and physical formats
• Ensure traceability and proper document control in accordance with company and aerospace requirements
• Utilize document control systems and Microsoft Office tools

Nonconforming Material & Continuous Improvement

• Process Non-Conforming Material Reports (NMR) and rework documentation
• Work with Quality Assurance to support root cause analysis and corrective actions
• Identify recurring defects and support improvement initiatives
• Collaborate with Production, Engineering, and Quality teams to improve product quality and production flow

Standards & Compliance

• Become familiar with applicable industry standards, customer requirements, and internal procedures
• Utilize standards to determine product acceptability and pass/fail criteria
• Ensure compliance with ISO9001, AS9100, and customer requirements

Workplace Standards

• Maintain a clean and organized inspection area
• Follow all company safety and quality procedures
• Support continuous improvement initiatives
• Perform other duties as assigned by Quality Manager

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of experience in Quality Inspection or Manufacturing in a precision manufacturing environment
• Strong GD&T knowledge and blueprint reading skills
• Experience performing inspection using hand inspection tools and CMM equipment
• Experience performing microscope inspection of hermetic packages or similar precision components
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to work independently

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in a Lead Inspector or senior inspection role
• Familiarity with AS9100 and aerospace quality systems
• Experience with document control systems
• QC experience in environments such as electro-plating inspection, CNC machining inspection including burr inspection, feed-thru integration, and/or aerospace or medical device manufacturing.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong inspection and quality verification skills
• Strong problem-solving ability
• Excellent attention to detail
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to support and guide others technically

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

This position is based in a manufacturing and inspection environment and requires extended periods of microscope inspection.

• Frequent sitting, standing, and microscope work
• Extended visual concentration
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds
• Overtime and weekends may be required

Expected Compensation: The anticipated pay range posted for this position represents PacAero (Litron, LLC)'s good-faith estimate of the compensation for this role at the time of posting and is based on factors including, but not limited to, relevant experience, education, skills, certifications, internal equity, geographic market data, and current area compensation benchmarks.

Actual compensation within this range will be determined in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and Company policy and will not be influenced by an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Benefits Overview: PacAero (Litron, LLC) offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible full-time employees, which may include medical, dental, and vision coverage; 401(k) with company match; company-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance; paid time off; paid holidays; Massachusetts Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML); and other benefits in accordance with Company policy and applicable law.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement: PacAero (Litron, LLC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, individual qualifications, and merit.

PacAero (Litron, LLC) is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and applicants throughout the hiring process in accordance with applicable law.

ITAR / Export Control Compliance: This position may require access to export-controlled information and materials subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR).

In accordance with these regulations, employment is contingent upon the candidate's ability to lawfully access such information. Candidates must be a "U.S. Person" as defined by ITAR (22 C.F.R. § or otherwise authorized to receive controlled information under applicable export control laws.

U.S. Persons include U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents (green card holders), refugees, asylees, and certain other protected individuals as defined by law.

PacAero (Litron, LLC) complies with all applicable export control laws and regulations and maintains policies and procedures to ensure adherence to ITAR and EAR requirements.