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Inspector
- Safran (Gainesville, TX)
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Inspector
Job details
General information
Entity
Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets.
Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2024" ranking.
Safran Seats is one of the world's leading manufacturers of aircraft seats, for both crew and passengers. 1 million Safran Seats-manufactured aircraft seats are currently in service with air fleets around the world.
Reference number
2025-166979
Job details
Domain
Production
Job field / Job profile
Manufacture assembly and repair - Assembly
Job title
Inspector
Employment type
Permanent
Professional category
Technician
Part time / Full time
Full-time
Job description
POSITION SUMMARY
Performs repetitive inspection operations in assigned fabrication and assembly areas to ensure articles inspected conform to design requirements.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
1. Performs work identified in the inspector classifications, completes required documentation associated with articles inspected.
2. Must be familiar with blueprints, applicable specifications.
3. Must be able, with guidance, to perform inspection operations of completed articles in fabrication and assembly areas.
4. Must be able to use standard inspection tools, detailed layout templates, patterns, and tooling related to the job
5. Must be able to use the MAPICS system, Quality Management System, and access drawings, specifications, and other data required to support the inspection process
6. Must be able to perform other duties as required.
Employee is expected to follow all safety regulations, keep work area in a clean and orderly condition, and wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required for the assigned work area(s). Performs safety related duties as assigned.
Candidate skills & requirements
QUALIFICATIONS
• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Six to twelve months of related experience required – equivalent education and background may be substituted for experience in some areas.
• Requires a thorough understanding of shop practices, processes and procedures.
• Must be able to read and interpret complex blueprints, drawings, diagrams, tolerance information, route sheets, work orders, safety guidelines, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Must be able to add, subtract, multiply, divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals and apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations. Basic knowledge of algebra, geometry, and trigonometry and apply to work situations.
• Employee must be able to obtain and maintain all required certifications and licenses.
• Customer Focus: Is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers; Understands that his or her job is not a series of tasks and duties, but rather an integral part of creating value for customers
• Integrity and Trustworthiness: Behaves in honorable ways even when no one is watching; maintains confidentiality for sensitive information; acts in line with Group values; alerts others when faced with problems
• Listening: Practices attentive and active listening; has the patience to hear people out; can accurately understand and discuss the opinions of others even when s/he disagrees
• Adaptability: Is able to learn from mistakes/ is sensitive to changing demands and requirements and changes accordingly; seeks feedback; accepts that people may have different appoints of view
• Problem Solving: Is able to define and diagnose problems, then bring a range of ideas for solutions; is skilled at rigorous analysis; probes many fruitful sources for answers; compare and evaluates solutions; evaluates the global impact of the solutions he/she proposes
• Business and Industry Knowledge: Strives to master the technical skills required to successfully perform their job; seeks out best practices to increase skill level
• Drive for Results: Demonstrates a continuous improvement mindset; can be counted on to exceed goals successfully
• Delivering Direct and Neutral Feedback: Respects the other while delivering feedback in a neutral manner; using a respectful manner, does not hold back on providing feedback out of fear of the person's reaction
EQUIPMENT OPERATION
Types of equipment will depend on area of assignment but may include all types of measuring devices including but not limited to: linear scale, calipers, micrometers, radius gages, protractor, square, pin gages, thread gages, hardness tester, height gage, bore gage, FARO arm,
Annual salary
Based on market data.
Job location
Job location
North America, United States, Texas
City (-ies)
Gainesville
Applicant criteria
Minimum education level achieved
High School Diploma/GED Equivalent
Minimum experience level required
First experience
ITAR Controlled Position: Select "Yes" if role requires U.S. citizenship/permanent residency
Yes
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