Quality Inspector - 2nd Shift (Aerospace)
KMM - LincolnLincoln, Nebraska, United States
Posted September 8, 2025
Full Time
About the Company
Kawasaki Motors Manufacturing Corp., U.S.A. (KMM) is a leading U.S. subsidiary of Kawasaki Heavy Industries, founded in 1974 and headquartered in Lincoln, Nebraska. The company specializes in the design, engineering, and production of all‑terrain vehicles, utility and recreational vehicles, personal watercraft, aerospace components, and passenger rail cars, serving a broad range of transportation and defense markets. KMM’s integrated manufacturing capabilities and commitment to precision engineering enable it to deliver high‑performance, durable products that meet stringent safety and environmental standards. With a legacy of innovation and a focus on customer‑centric solutions, KMM offers employees opportunities to work on cutting‑edge technology across multiple industry sectors.
Job Description
The Quality Inspector - 2nd Shift will be responsible for inspecting materials, products, and production operations for conformance to specifications. The role will involve dimensional, visual, and physical testing, as well as recording and reporting inspection results. Additionally, the Quality Inspector may assist or lead investigations, quarantine, sort, and rework product, and communicate inspection data results to appropriate personnel.
Requirements
- Follow all company Policies and Procedures, Quality and Environmental Management Systems (QMS & EMS), Kawasaki Production System (KPS) and any other legal and compliance regulations.
- Inspect materials, products and/or production operations for conformance to specifications.
- Compare inspection results with written specifications.
- Record and report inspection results.
- May assist or lead investigations to determine root causes for process and/or product abnormalities.
- May quarantine, sort and/or rework product to support Production and maintain quality product.
- May package quarantined, sorted and/or reworked product and complete documentation to distribute.
- May replace and/or calibrate measuring equipment and maintain proper equipment documentation.
- Communicate inspection data results to appropriate personnel and request adjustments when necessary.
- Performs job duties in a safe and appropriate manner as well as follows all work and safety rules including any specialized safety and health training.
- Responsible for cleanliness of work area.
