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As a Receiving Inspection Specialist at Arete, you are responsible for completing quality inspections on materials and assemblies coming from internal & external sources across multiple programs. In conjunction with documenting non-conformances within the non-conformance database and actively participating in Material Review Board (MRB) meetings. Duties also include gathering, analyzing, and summarizing quality metrics to be used by the organization to track non-conformances, corrective actions, and overall performance of supply base. As well as ensure compliance to the Quality Management System (QMS) during inspections & audits. The position is based in our Tucson, AZ office. This is a non-exempt non-supervisory full-time position reporting to the Assurance Manager.

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We have an impressive range of benefits, programs, and perks that we offer:

Generous PTO and Leave Times

• Flextime Scheduling
• Bereavement
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Parental Leave

Financial Benefits

• 401K Retirement Plan Contribution
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Continuing Education Funds

Health, Medical, and Wellness Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability (LTD)
• Vision Reimbursement

Qualities We Look For

• Creativity
• Integrity
• Passion
• Responsiveness
• Collaboration

Experiences and Background We Look For:

• Print Reading (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing, preferred)
• Minimum of two to four years quality control, or quality assurance related, experience required
• Familiar with the use of Statistical Process Control
• Effective ability to organize and prioritize assigned tasks.
• Associates degree or equivalent.
• Experience / training with IPC and J-STD soldering standards required
• Ability to understand and translate complex mechanical drawings, specifications, and procedures.
• Ability to review & audit material & assembly documentation for accuracy.
• Fluent knowledge of Microsoft Office software.
• Must be able to communicate clearly both written and verbally.
• Ability to work both in a team environment and independently.
• Strong knowledge of inspection equipment and qualification test and measurement techniques on raw materials and assemblies
• Must be a U.S. Citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.

Nice to Have-

• Experience with creation of AS9102 FAIR documents
• Experience working in an ISO9000 or AS9100 production facility
• Experience with inspection of optical or laser parts
• Experience with Cost Point and or TIPQA MRP software systems
• Knowledge of Quality Management Systems (QMS) and concepts preferred
• Experience working in an ISO9000 or AS9100 production facility preferred

The salary range for this role is $60,000 to $68,000; however, Arete considers several factors when extending an offer of employment, including but not limited to: the position and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills.

Other Requirements

U.S. citizenship is required to meet position eligibility.

Selected applicants will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Successful passage of a criminal background screen is required to meet position eligibility. Arete will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.

Successful passage of a Department of Transportation (DOT) drug test is required to meet position eligibility.

Other Considerations

As the health and safety of employees continues to be a priority, Arete encourages employees to remain current on their COVID-19 vaccinations. Employees may be required, in the future, to be vaccinated or have an approved disability/medical or religious accommodation, pursuant to future court decisions and/or government action on the currently stayed federal contractor vaccine mandate under Executive Order 14042.

Arete is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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