Quality Inspector

About the role

The Quality Inspector will be responsible for inspecting electronic assemblies in a high-paced manufacturing environment. U.S. Citizen required and ability to obtain a clearance.

Responsibilities

• Accurately and thoroughly inspect electronic assemblies through in-process and final inspection.
• Address priorities under time constraints.
• Complete and ensure inspection documents are kept current to include first article inspections per AS9102.
• Conduct conventional inspection to engineering requirements using height gauges, calipers, micrometers, microscopes, and standard inspection methods.
• Rely on instructions and pre-established guidelines/procedures to perform the functions of the job.
• Complies with and ensures department compliance with Company health, safety, and environmental policies.
• Complies with all applicable U.S. export control and security regulations.
• Support positive corrective actions and identification of root cause.
• Perform and complete internal containment activity of identified non-conformances.
• Act as Source Inspector and other duties as required.

Technical Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• In-process and final inspection experience within the defense industry preferred
• FAI, IPC, J-STD and Mil-Spec inspection experience preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills; able to foster productive working relationships.
• Ability to interpret schematics, drawings or work instructions
• Must be able to simultaneously manage several priorities.
• Must be detail oriented organized, and self-motivated.
• Ability to handle complex situations and solve complex problems.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) a plus
• Ability to process and analyze technical and business information.
• Ability to work in a team environment with strong communication skills (verbal & written), ability to interact via telephone & email with co-workers & suppliers.
• Individual may be required to sit, stand, walk regularly and occasionally lift 0-30 pounds.
• Ability to remain seated for up to 5 hours at a time.
• Ability to demonstrate leadership ability and obtain results through others.
• Ability to perform problem analysis and resolution.
• Lean/Six Sigma experience a plus.

Experience

• 1-3 years of electronics inspection experience preferred.
• Solid experience and understanding of IPC, J-STD, and Mil-Spec inspection methods.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook and ERP
• Active IPC-610 and IPC-620 experience certifications preferred.
• SMT Inspection Experience preferred.

Additional information

Education: High school diploma or general education degree (GED) equivalent from a vocational school or 5 years related experience and/or training.

Security: U.S. Citizen required and ability to obtain a clearance.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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