First Piece Inspector

About Us

Founded on a commitment to relentless, continuous improvement and extraordinary customer service, we at Pursuit Aerospace pride ourselves on competitive cost structures, exceptional on-time delivery, and industry-leading quality.

The Pursuit family of companies has cultivated long-term relationships with our customers around the world through respect, teamwork, technology, and trust. We are driven to develop industry-leading process innovations and manufacturing techniques on behalf of our customers.

Summary Of The Role

We are seeking a First Piece Inspector for our Montreal, CA location. The inspector will be responsible for the inspection and approval of the first off-machined parts prior to starting the production.

At Pursuit Aerospace, a leading contract manufacturer of high-quality, precision-machined and fabricated aerospace parts, we need individuals who thrive in fast-paced environments, embrace challenges, and are dedicated to building strong customer relationships. If you have a can-do attitude and are a solutions-focused professional ready to make a positive impact, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Location: Montreal (Pointe-Claire), Quebec. This role is entirely onsite. Compensation is based on relevant experience and demonstrated level of skill set.

Responsibilities

• Visually inspect first parts - approval of all initial parts machined by operators/machinists;
• Perform final inspection of complex parts;
• Use precise measuring instruments (e.g., Vernier and micrometer) and ensure all dimensions meet the requirements of the operation sheets and/or engineering drawings;
• Create Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) programs using Zeiss Calypso or Mitutoyo Geopack software;
• Operate and program the CMM: open, edit, and run the CMM program;
• Ensure that all quality registers (MPS, final inspection report, and NCR when required) are completed and signed;
• Detailed dimensional inspection of the first part produced on the machine to ensure 100% compliance with the requirements,
• Analyze and understand the causes of non-conformities;
• Complete Non-conformance Report (NCR) forms when discrepancies or deviations from specifications are identified;
• Ensure that inspection tools and work stations are properly maintained.
  
  

Required Qualifications

• College degree in mechanical engineering
• Ability to understand and follow instructions in English
• Ability to understand and interpret blueprints and sketches
• Must be authorized to work in Canada on a full-time basis without sponsorship now or in the future. The Company cannot offer employment to visa holders who require employer sponsorship in the future or cannot work now on a full-time basis.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience using CMM Mitutoyo and/or CMM Zeiss
• Exposure to aerospace or tight-tolerance manufacturing environments
  
  

Working Conditions

• Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment, including safety glasses, safety shoes, and cut-resistant gloves.
  
  

Acknowledgements

The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions and perform any other related duties as assigned by their supervisor.

Benefits

Pursuit Aerospace also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, RRSP match, EAP, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements, among other things.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Pursuit Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We adhere to all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.