Come grow with Marotta, named one of New Jersey’s Top Workplaces for the third year running and a Top Workplace USA for 2024. You will have room to grow and be a part of an exciting team, all within a warm and welcoming environment.   With compressed work week and hybrid work schedule options, Marotta values their employees.      We specialize in the design, development, and production of precision control components and systems.  Founded in 1943, Marotta has been at the forefront of Aerospace & Defense milestones for over 80 years from breaking the sound barrier on the Bell X-1 and landing the first man on the moon to playing a critical role on today’s advanced U.S Navy platforms as well as the emerging commercial Space industry.     Our products and expertise range from high performance valves to complete sub-systems that integrate electronic controls, actuators, and power conversion systems. We have received over 200 patents for our technologies and support the most demanding applications found on military aircraft, tactical systems, submarines, surface ships, satellites, and space launch vehicles. Our teams have repeatedly been recognized for outstanding performance by some of the most prestigious organizations in the world including The Boeing Company, Lockheed Martin, NASA & Northrop Grumman.    Quality Specialist, Final Inspection   Location: Montville, NJ (In-Person)   Overview The Quality Specialist (final inspection) is responsible for visual and dimensional inspections on manufactured parts, assemblies, and/or sub-assemblies. This role independently conducts inspections, according to engineering drawings, customer purchase order(s), industry standards, and specifications. The Quality Specialist (final inspection) will be required to report detailed inspection accept/reject information directly to the customer with shipments.     Minimum Required Qualifications Technical school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience Minimum 5-7 years’ experience at test and inspection in a manufacturing or production environment with mechanical parts (aerospace/defense preferred). Experience in quality and source inspection on machined/mechanical parts using GD&T, plus CMM, optical and other mechanical tools/ measuring instruments for inspections. ISO9001 / AS9100 knowledgeable. Familiar with AQL, sampling methods and traceability. Strong verbal/written communication skills required for multi-faceted interactions with all levels of personnel within the organization, as well as any and all outside agents, including but not limited to; vendors, suppliers, customers, etc. Strong computer literacy, with MS Office/PC expertise, and demonstrated experience with applicable systems, programs, equipment, etc. Must be a US Citizen       Essential or Primary / Key Responsibilities Inspect products using gauges, coordinate measuring machine, scales and vision prior to shipment Perform inspections with calipers, radius gauges, single-axis laser scanner, comparators, and measurement machines Perform Mechanical measurements and visual quality assessments of received items, work-in-progress, and finished goods Create defect notes for inspected product found to be unacceptable Generate spreadsheets for data collection Reconcile final inspection documentation for shipments Interact with source inspector Test incoming raw materials Read, understand and interpret blueprints, drawings, schematics, etc. Approve incoming materials by confirming specifications, conducting visual and measurement tests, rejecting and returning unacceptable materials Approve in-process production by confirming specifications, conducting visual and measurement tests, communicating required adjustments to production supervisor Approve finished products by confirming specifications, conducting visual and measurement tests, returning products for re-work, and confirming re-work Document inspection results by completing reports and logs, summarizing re-work and waste, and inputting data into quality database Ensure measurement equipment is operational and properly calibrated, according to operating instructions and manage repairs Coordinate with Engineering, Operations, and other sources to resolve issues and meet goals Assist with training requirements of new hires and existing employees and facilitate training if needed Additional Duties / Responsibilities Bring initiatives and activities to closure in a timely manner through effective interaction with individuals, both internal and external to the Marotta organization (as required). Maintain and continue to elevate relationships with Business Development, Engineering, Operations, Customer Service and all other facets of the company Abide by all safety, quality, housekeeping and company policies/procedures to ensure compliance to various regulatory and internal system requirements Foster a positive and cooperative work environment through effective communication at all levels internal and external to the organization Actively participate in team meetings, improvement initiatives/programs, etc. to provide constructive recommendations and initiate actions to support company initiatives/goals Consistently demonstrate commitment to company values Keep management informed of area activities and of any significant problems Assume responsibility for related duties as required or assigned Ensure that work area and work areas of direct reports are clean, secure, and well maintained Complete special projects and miscellaneous assignments as required Work Environment While performing the duties of this job, the employee can be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The noise level in the work environment may be loud.  This job interacts both in a professional office environment and a manufacturing/machine shop environment. This role uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines, as well as environments inclusive of the appropriate eye, hearing and foot protection (as required). This is a full-time position. Occasional overtime and weekend work may be required as job duties demand. No travel is expected for this position.   Physical Requirements While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.  Vision and color vision must pass job-required vision screening The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, or crouch The employee may be required to lift and/or move items weighing up to 25 pounds.      This position is at our Montville, NJ office location.   Many of our contracts require proof that you are a U.S. citizen and/or that an export license has been obtained for employees who are citizens of certain countries.  Your employment, both initially and continually thereafter, is conditioned on production of such proof of citizenship and/or any export license that may be required to comply with any and all applicable laws, regulations, or executive orders, or required by Federal, State, or local government contracts.   We offer a highly competitive compensation package for this outstanding position plus a quarterly bonus along with a full range of top quality benefits and employee services including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, life and disability income insurance programs, 401k retirement plans with company match, generous tuition aid program, paid vacation, sick and personal days, paid holidays and flexible work hours with compressed work week options.  We recognize and reward our employee's accomplishments and host several employee engagement events per quarter.   If you are looking to grow or accelerate your career and be part of a best in class organization while enjoying a work-life balance, please visit our website at www.marotta.com to learn more about us and to apply. Check out all our openings at https://marotta.com/job-openings/       We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity employer M/F/IWD/Veterans VETERANS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY   No agencies, please.