AAD Quality Control Technician

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We are seeking a skilled, motivated, and passionate Quality Control Technician to join our team building certified SLSA aircraft at Van’s Aircraft headquarters in Aurora, Oregon. The Quality Control Technician plays a critical role in supporting daily production. This role demands strong attention to detail, familiarity with Quality control practices, along with a proactive approach to ensure quality standard are maintained while not impacting production output.

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• Perform inprocess and final inspections of structural, mechanical, and system assemblies in accordance with build instructions and quality criteria.
  
• Verify components and subassemblies meet engineering drawings, specifications, and regulatory requirements.
  
• Document inspection results and nonconformances in the company�s quality management system (QMS).
  
• Assist in root cause analysis and implementation of corrective actions for quality issues.
  
• Ensure proper identification and segregation of nonconforming parts and materials.
  
• Support the calibration and care of inspection tools and test equipment.
  
• Ensuring that work instructions are up to date and in place for each operation.
  
• Ensure training program for employees is in place and sign off on operator training.
  
• Managing defective material through the Material Review Board (MRB) process and ensuring timely delivery of replacement parts to technicians
  
• Compile reports as required by AAD Management
  
• Maintain records as required by AAD Management
  
• Perform other duties as assigned to maintain production schedules while preventing and responding to quality issues
  

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• High school diploma or GED required; technical training or certification in Quality, Manufacturing, or Aerospace preferred.
  
• Knowledge of aviation hardware standards (MS, NAS, AN, etc.)
  
• Excellent organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail
  
• Strong work ethic, must have grit
  
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written
  
• Comfortable working independently and in crossfunctional teams
  
• Proactive problemsolver with a continuous improvement mindset
  
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 lbs. safely and perform repetitive tasks throughout an 810 hour shift
  

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Work is performed in a warehouse and light-manufacturing environment. Exposure to dust, noise, vibration, heat, and cold may occur. The position requires frequent standing, lifting, bending, and repetitive motion.

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Van’s Aircraft is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based on job-related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

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Van's Aircraft, founded in 1973 by Richard VanGrunsven, leads in designing and manufacturing high-performance kit aircraft. With a strong reputation for innovation and excellence, Van's is based at Oregon’s Aurora State Airport (KUAO) and is home to a dedicated team of about 110 employees. We are committed to improving our products to meet the highest standards of safety, quality, and performance. As Van's continues to grow, we’re expanding our capabilities and exploring new opportunities in aviation, creating exciting career potential. We value cross-departmental collaboration, providing visibility into how your role contributes to our collective success. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, holidays, health, dental, vision, life and short-term disability insurance, a 401K plan, and access to an employee flying club.