Schedule
• Saturday-Tuesday 7:00am-5:30pm 3rd Shift
Pay Scale
$20.00 – $32.00 per hour (DOE), PLUS 3rd shift differential of $2.50 per hour (total pay $22.50-$34.50)
Why Work at Manes Machine & Engineering?
Manes Machine & Engineering is a fast-growing, AS9100 aerospace manufacturing company located in Fort Collins, Colorado. We specialize in complex 5-axis machined components for the aerospace industry and are known for solving difficult manufacturing problems.
Our culture is built on five core values:
Leadership. Quality. Excellence. Teamwork. Accountability.
These are not slogans—they define how we operate daily. Most of our leadership team was promoted from within, and motivated employees who demonstrate ownership, technical excellence, and teamwork have opportunities for rapid growth.
We run a climate-controlled shop, invest heavily in modern equipment, and maintain high standards with strong mutual respect across the organization.
Benefits Overview – Industry-Leading Benefits (Full-Time Employees)
Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
- 100% employer-paid for employees
- Optional dependent coverage available
Life Insurance
- $25,000 policy provided at no cost
Paid Time Off
- Up to 5 weeks of vacation based on tenure
- 48 hours of sick pay annually
- 6 paid holidays
(New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, July 4th, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas)
Retirement
- 401(k) with 100% company match up to 4%
Recognition & Culture
- Employee-driven Core Values Recognition Program (“High 5”)
- Earn extra PTO, gift cards, and other rewards
- President’s Award (quarterly recognition for top performers)
- Quarterly company meetings with leadership transparency
- Regular team events and cookouts
Shop & Technology
- CNC Machines: Primarily Mazak and Grob
- CMM: Hexagon, Brown & Sharpe
- Materials: Titanium, Aluminum, Stainless Steel
- Environment: Climate-controlled aerospace facility
Position Summary
|
Level |
Base pay (DOE) |
Experience |
What sets this level apart |
|
Quality Inspector I |
$20.00–$24.00/hr |
Entry level; no experience required |
First article validation, CMM operation, inspection and AS9102 reports |
|
Quality Inspector II |
$24.00–$28.00/hr |
1+ year in aerospace quality or related manufacturing |
Adds blueprint/GD&T and MBD knowledge, plus calibration of internal tooling |
|
Quality Inspector III |
$28.00–$32.00/hr |
1+ year in aerospace quality, plus CMM/PCMM programming |
Program CMM, PCMM and laser scanner; build inspection plans; lead part reviews |
What You’ll Do (based on occupation skill level)
- Operate and keep product moving across the CMMs and other inspection equipment
- Find and put in place opportunities for process improvement and efficiency
- Log time worked per job in our ERP system
- Follow the Quality Management System and company policies, and model our Core Values
- Perform daily and weekly cleaning according to SOPs
- Help in other areas as needed
- Maintain calibration of internal tooling
- Validate and approve first article manufactured product
- Create and fill out inspection reports for customer product requirements
- Program inspection routines for the department’s CMM, PCMM and laser scanner
- Create new and update existing inspection plans for product acceptance
- Create and fill out AS9102 forms and reports for customer product
- Verify and validate manufacturing aids for internal and external processes
- Lead inspection part reviews with all stakeholders
- Support the QC Supervisor and Quality Engineer on special projects
Minimum Qualifications (all levels)
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English
- Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division)
- Ability to follow instructions and learn new processes
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
- Strong people skills and the ability to work well with others under pressure
- Positive, solutions-oriented “can-do” attitude
Required for Level II and III:
- 1+ year of experience in aerospace quality or a related manufacturing field
- Blueprint reading and interpretation skills
- Knowledge of MBD and GD&T (Level III: an in-depth understanding)
- Level III also needs CMM/PCMM programming experience, advanced math and computer skills, and professional communication skills
Preferred Qualifications:
- 2+ years in Quality Control/Assurance in a manufacturing environment
- CMM/PCMM operation using PC-DMIS CAD++
- Advanced blueprint reading and GD&T interpretation and application
- Advanced math, including trigonometry
- Microsoft Office, JobBoss (ERP) and UniPoint (TQM)
- Basic tool calibration
- Knowledge of AS9100 / ISO 9001, AS9102 and AS9103
- Internal auditing to AS9101
Key Responsibilities
- Actively participate in all assigned inspection and quality training activities
- Take detailed notes and apply learned inspection methods and procedures
- Progress through required training milestones to advance within Quality Inspection roles
- Seek guidance and clarification to ensure accurate understanding of inspection requirements
- Perform First Part (FP) and in-process inspections as trained
- Inspect parts to drawings, specifications, and work instructions
- Accurately use basic measuring tools (calipers, micrometers, gauges, etc.) as trained
- Learn and apply proper use of inspection equipment and techniques
- Record inspection results accurately and completely
- Complete all required documentation, including inspection reports and quality records
- Identify and report nonconforming parts or processes immediately
- Follow proper procedures for segregation and control of nonconforming material
- Maintain traceability of parts and documentation in accordance with company requirements
- Handle parts carefully to prevent damage or contamination
- Maintain clean and organized inspection and work areas
- Follow all safety rules, procedures, and regulations at all times
- Adhere to company policies, employee handbook requirements, and Quality Management System (QMS) standards
- Maintain compliance with ITAR and other applicable regulatory requirements
- Work effectively in a team environment with a variety of personalities and communication styles
- Communicate clearly with inspectors, machinists, and supervisors
- Build constructive and cooperative working relationships
- Demonstrate attention to detail and commitment to quality standards
- Maintain confidentiality of company and customer information
- Maintain attendance and punctuality standards
- Show willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges
- Perform other duties as assigned
Training: We provide hands-on, in-house training on CMMs, PC-DMIS, GD&T and our quality management system, plus outside training courses. As your skills grow, you’ll have advancement opportunities within the company.
Quality Policy
Manes strives to produce superior products that meet the needs and requirements of our customers. We focus on continually improving our processes and products in order to remain our customers’ supplier of choice.
Equal Opportunity & ADA Statement
Manes Machine & Engineering is committed to equal employment opportunity and a safe, respectful workplace. We comply with all applicable ADA requirements and will provide reasonable accommodations where appropriate. Medical and personal information is handled with strict confidentiality.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Listed below is the description of the physical demands and the work environment characteristics that must be met by an employee to successfully perform their job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to assist individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and/or listen. The employee frequently is required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands or fingers, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 20 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 35 pounds or more. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to a plant environment to include moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock, and explosives. Safety Glasses must be worn in all required areas. Safety Toe (Steel or Kevlar) shoes or boots must be worn at all times, while working in the manufacturing areas. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. However, ear protection is provided if needed.
Americans with Disabilities Act
Manes Machine & Engineering seeks to provide equal opportunity to all employees, including those who have life-threatening illnesses. Manes also strives to provide a safe work environment. Consequently, Manes tries to ensure that employees who have a disability or life-threatening illness are treated like other employees as long as they meet job performance standards, and medical and other evidence indicates that their condition is not a threat to themselves or others.
If an employee is or becomes disabled or contracts a life-threatening illness, or if an employee discovers that a fellow worker has a disability or has contracted a life-threatening illness, all reasonable efforts should be exercised to ensure that this information remains private and confidential. All employees should treat colleagues who have a disability or life-threatening illness with compassion and understanding.
Manes allows employees who have a disability or life-threatening illness to continue to work as long as they continue to meet job performance standards, and manes will attempt to reasonably accommodate these employees. Manes reserves the right, subject to applicable law, to have a physician examine an employee with a disability or life-threatening illness. All information related to the examination will be confidential.
Employees who are unable to work in their current positions due to a disability or life-threatening illness may be eligible for a transfer or leave of absence.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.
All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills aptitudes and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills or abilities.